INDIANAPOLIS — Speaking for the first time since reports that teams called on his availability at the trade deadline, LeBron James said he’s “happy” to be…
INDIANAPOLIS — Friday morning before gray skies opened up and pounded downtown Indianapolis with wet snow, NBA commissioner Adam Silver stood on stage with the NBA’s…
Allie Clifton got the call early Monday morning. Was she interested in filling in for Lakers color analyst Stu Lantz on Spectrum SportsNet in approximately…
In short: LeBron James provides a brief response when asked about extending his contract with the LakersJames sparked speculation following a cryptic social media post…
BOSTON — If you walked into the TD Garden on Thursday, you wouldn’t expect to see Rui Hachimura tongue-wagging, Austin Reaves confidently firing from 40 feet,…
HOUSTON — After their 135-119 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday, the Lakers shifted their attention back to the in-game actions of Dillon Brooks, criticizing…
SAN FRANCISCO — As Stephen Curry walked off the court Saturday night, his team having lost a double-overtime classic to the Lakers, the NBA’s baby-faced nice…
Motivate NBA All-Stars to win with a cool half-million payout
The Angels need to show Anthony Rendon the door. He comes across as a malcontent with his comment of “it’s just a job.” He doesn’t…
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LeBron James and Lakers wowed by Victor Wembanyama, beat Spurs
There was no doubt that there would be exciting moments, that was clear by the line of reporters filming Victor Wembanyama’s every step before the…
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With LeBron James out, Steph Curry and Warriors rout Lakers
SAN FRANCISCO — Nearly a year ago, Golden State coach Steve Kerr sat in a back room in Los Angeles before playing the Lakers and called…
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LeBron James is hopeful he’ll finish career with the Lakers
INDIANAPOLIS — Speaking for the first time since reports that teams called on his availability at the trade deadline, LeBron James said he’s “happy” to be…
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LeBron James finds special meaning in his 20th NBA All-Star Game
INDIANAPOLIS — LeBron James saw the space in front of him as he planted, cocking the ball back in his right hand as he jumped before…
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LeBron James’ All-Star longevity? Young NBA stars take note
INDIANAPOLIS — Friday morning before gray skies opened up and pounded downtown Indianapolis with wet snow, NBA commissioner Adam Silver stood on stage with the NBA’s…
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Allie Clifton becomes first woman to call a Lakers game
Allie Clifton got the call early Monday morning. Was she interested in filling in for Lakers color analyst Stu Lantz on Spectrum SportsNet in approximately…
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Lakers brush off LeBron James trade rumors and beat Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — LeBron James wasn’t with the Lakers as they played their final game prior to the All-Star break. In an alternate universe, maybe…
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Clippers don’t need Kawhi Leonard to rally and beat Warriors
SAN FRANCISCO — The momentum the Clippers built from an impressive trip had started to fizzle as they headed toward the break. And they were trying…
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Anthony Davis has big game as Lakers defeat Pistons
Early in the second half of a mostly lopsided game Tuesday night, Austin Reaves tried to flip the ball behind his back to LeBron James.…
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Letters: Lakers keeping LeBron James is hurting team’s future
Bill Plaschke’s idea is bold yet very sensible. The choice comes down to keeping today’s franchise player (with little chance of winning a title) or…
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Defense on the Lakers’ mind heading toward trade deadline
Jalen Brunson, whose stellar play is one of the best stories in the NBA this season, pounded the ball into the Madison Square Garden court,…
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LeBron James tight-lipped about LA Lakers NBA future following cryptic social media post
In short: LeBron James provides a brief response when asked about extending his contract with the LakersJames sparked speculation following a cryptic social media post…
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Letters to Sports: Trojans playing their way into obscurity
I wonder if Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell thought that because the Super Bowl is in Las Vegas, he needed to gamble twice on fourth…
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Without LeBron and Davis, Austin Reaves and Lakers stun Celtics
BOSTON — If you walked into the TD Garden on Thursday, you wouldn’t expect to see Rui Hachimura tongue-wagging, Austin Reaves confidently firing from 40 feet,…
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LeBron James, Anthony Davis to miss Celtics game amid strife
BOSTON — The Lakers will be without LeBron James and Anthony Davis against the Celtics, the first time this season the Lakers haven’t had one of…
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Lakers call out Dillon Brooks for playing dangerously in loss
HOUSTON — After their 135-119 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday, the Lakers shifted their attention back to the in-game actions of Dillon Brooks, criticizing…
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LeBron James lifts Lakers to thrilling double-OT win over Warriors
SAN FRANCISCO — LeBron James, in his 48th minute on the court, with his team down one in double overtime, sank two free throws in the…
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LeBron James savors Lakers win rivalry with Steph Curry
SAN FRANCISCO — As Stephen Curry walked off the court Saturday night, his team having lost a double-overtime classic to the Lakers, the NBA’s baby-faced nice…
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Lakers vs. Bulls takeaways: Austin Reaves-D’Angelo Russell chemistry continues
Lakers forward LeBron James made more NBA history on Thursday when he became the first player to be named to 20 All-Star teams with his…
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