Lakers coach JJ Redick turned to his stars to give more on the defensive end, and Luka Doncic acknowledged the need for that, particularly at the beginning of games.

A former NBA executive feels that two Lakers players are more likely than others on the roster to be included in a trade this season.

Lakers' Deandre Ayton just won the most important NBA Award you've never heard about originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

NBA insider Chris Haynes gave his thoughts on the Lakers’ NBA Cup banner following the Knicks’ decision not to raise one.

Fan voting for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game is set to begin with Los Angeles Lakers stars Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves eligible.

Former NBA Champion reveals he nearly signed with the Lakers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are still big favorites to repeat as champions, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moved back in front in the MVP race.

“The New York Knicks will not raise an NBA Cup championship banner at Madison Square Garden, sources tell ESPN,” Charania reported. “The Lakers and Bucks raised banners for NBA Cup titles over the last two years. Knicks will celebrate with home fans Friday.”

The Los Angeles Lakers have already reached out to a fellow Western Conference team in the hopes of trading for a two-way wing.

With three seconds left, Devin Booker fouled LeBron James. The NBA says this was correct. PHOENIX -- Devin Booker insists he didn't foul LeBron James with three seconds left in the Phoenix Suns' 116-114 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, though the league's official two-minute report shows otherwise.

Ayton helped lead hurricane relief efforts in Jamaica and created programs that promote food access and cultural equity in L.A.