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NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 16
Lakers First Round Playoff Schedule vs Timberwolves Officially Revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers will be facing off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the postseason. After clinching the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference playoff picture, Los Angeles will have home court advantage for the series.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 16
Lakers Make Roster Decision Before NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA playoffs, which begin on Saturday. The Lakers finished the season as the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 16
NBA's Ratings Slide Continues - Even Luka Doncic On The Lakers Couldn't Avoid Drop In Viewers
The NBA’s 2024–2025 regular season has wrapped and despite a rocky start, the league finished with only a small 2% drop in viewership compared to last year.
The 'Leading scorer from every 65+ win team in NBA history' quiz
How many of the players to have the most points per game on an NBA team that won 65 or more regular season games can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
2 Lakers players get left off playoff roster
The Los Angeles Lakers will not be rocking the boat as they head into the playoffs. Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported on Tuesday that Lakers two-way centers Trey Jemison III and Christian Koloko were left off the playoff roster, having not been converted to standard contracts by the team before the end of the regular season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Lakers' JJ Redick Issues Strong LeBron James Take Before NBA Playoffs
For the first time since they won the NBA Championship in 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers will not have to fight their way through the NBA Play-In Tournament
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Lakers Make Big Roster Decision for Playoff Series Against Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without two of their players for their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, which starts on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena.
Maxi Kleber News / Fadeaway World / April 16
Lakers Big Man Maxi Kleber Still Has No Return Timeline From His Foot Injury
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into the 2025 NBA Playoffs with high hopes. The No. 3 seed will have home-court advantage in the first round against the Minnesota Timberwolves after finishing the regular season with a 50-32 record.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Bronny James Makes His Opinion of NBA's G-League Very Clear
Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James has completed his first season in the NBA. He went through a media storm all season long, but he showed improvement throughout the year and has shown promise of being a potential piece long-term.
LeBron James News / Athlon Sports / April 15
NBA Hall of Famer Sends Brutal Message to Cavs Legend LeBron James
From the moment he gained national recognition as a high schooler, LeBron James has been the definition of a role model. He is universally praised for being one of the only players of his caliber to never be caught in any sort of scandal or legal trouble.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / April 15
Steve Nash Makes Wild Admission To LeBron James In 'Mind The Game' Episode Three
After accepting his new role as coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, JJ Redick had to relinquish his position as co-host of Mind the Game podcast. That job now belongs to Steve Nash, who went viral in the latest episode for telling LeBron James he wished he was black.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Mavericks fans are not buying Mark Cuban’s message to them
Not even Mark Cuban can get Dallas Mavericks fans to move past the Luka Doncic trade. Cuban sent a message to Mavericks fans ahead of Wednesday’s play-in game against the Sacramento Kings, urging them to get behind the team for the pivotal game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15
Lakers' JJ Redick Awards Bronny James Shocking Grade for Rookie Season
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has offered up an interesting take on little-used rookie Bronny James' debut NBA season. The 6-foot-2 combo guard, the eldest son of 21-time All-Star Lakers power forward LeBron James, was selected by Lakers team vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka out of USC with the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / April 15
Rich Paul Says Austin Reaves Is The X-Factor In Lakers vs. Timberwolves Matchup
In a recent chat on the Pat McAfee Show, NBA agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports gave a preview of the upcoming Lakers/Timberwolves series. Since Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is his top client, Paul will no doubt be watching them closely this postseason and he believes the Timberwolves posed a very significant threat.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Austin Reaves Sends 2-Word Message to Dalton Knecht Before NBA Playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to host the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs’ first round. LA, led by stars Luka Doncic and LeBron James, will be looking to strike first against a Minnesota squad powered by rising star Anthony Edwards—who famously swept the Phoenix Suns in last year’s opening round.
Magic Johnson News / Fastbreak on SI / April 15
Magic Johnson Sends Message To Lakers Legend Michael Cooper
Michael Cooper was one of the most valuable role players in Los Angeles Lakers history. The five-time NBA Champion spent all 12 seasons of his career with the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / April 15
4 X-Factors for the Lakers in the Playoffs
As the 2025 NBA playoffs approach, so do the expectations for many contenders, including the Los Angeles Lakers. But with all eyes on Luka Doncic and LeBron James to lead the Lakers to glory, there are several other players LA will rely on to bring home banner no.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
Players under the most pressure to perform in the NBA playoffs
Playoff games simply matter more. And in the NBA, a player's legacy is often wrapped up in how they perform when the lights are the brightest and the intensity is at its peak. So with the NBA postseason about to get underway, these are the star players who are under the most pressure to perform.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 15
Mavericks GM Nico Harrison: 'No regrets' about trading Luka Doncic
Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison and CEO Rick Welts held a closed-door, hour-long session with a select group of Dallas-based media on Tuesday ahead of the team’s play-in matchup with Sacramento on Wednesday.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / April 15
Lakers Dominate Shirt Sales And Popularity Contest
The Los Angeles Lakers have long stood as one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises. From Jerry West and Magic Johnson to Kobe Bryant and LeBron James, they’ve consistently featured the league’s most recognizable stars.
Dwight Howard News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / April 15
Dwight Howard Shares Bold Take on Lakers’ Playoff Fate
The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes for their playoff run this season. They have two of the best players in the NBA in Luka Doncic and LeBron James, as well as perhaps the best third option in the league in Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 15
Lakers’ LeBron James & Luka Doncic Among Most Viewed NBA Players On Social Media During 2024-25 Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most popular franchises in all of sports. The team regularly brings in some of the highest TV ratings and with Luka Doncic and LeBron James, two of the biggest superstars in the NBA, at the forefront it’s easy to see why.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / April 15
Rui Hachimura Happy Lakers Avoided Play-In Tournament
The Los Angeles Lakers were one of the best teams in the NBA after the trade deadline, going on a run to secure the third seed in the Western Conference and setting up a first-round matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / April 15
Luka Doncic is obvious answer to 'face of the NBA' question
Doncic, 26, checks every box the league needs in its next top star.
Anthony Edwards News / Yardbarker / April 14
Anthony Edwards can further 'legend killer' reputation against Lakers
The budding superstar announced his arrival in last year's playoffs when he ousted Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic en route to the Western Conference Finals.
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