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Lakers Fall to Clippers as Luka Doncic Exits with Leg Injury

Originally Published 21 days ago — by Yahoo Sports

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Luka Doncic left the game due to a left leg contusion, contributing to the Lakers' 103-88 loss to the Clippers, despite LeBron James scoring 36 points. The Lakers faced multiple injuries, including Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton, and Gabe Vincent, which impacted their performance. The Clippers, despite injuries to Ivica Zubac and a poor record, managed to secure the win with strong performances from Kawhi Leonard and James Harden.

Former Laker Elden Campbell Passes Away at 57

Originally Published 1 month ago — by Los Angeles Times

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Former Lakers center Elden Campbell, known for his effortless style and calm demeanor, has died at age 57. He played 8.5 seasons with the Lakers, won an NBA championship with the Detroit Pistons in 2004, and was remembered as a good defender and a talented player who loved to play. His death has saddened teammates and fans alike.

Suns' Win Over Lakers Highlights Key Injuries and Turnover Troubles

Originally Published 1 month ago — by Arizona Sports

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The Phoenix Suns convincingly defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 125-108, showcasing their effective team habits and exploiting Lakers' mistakes, despite missing key players like Devin Booker. The Lakers, fatigued from a busy schedule, struggled defensively and offensively, highlighting the Suns' improved cohesion and execution.

LeBron James Cleared for Practice, Set for G League Rehab with South Bay Lakers

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bleacher Report

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LeBron James has been assigned to the Lakers' G League team to participate in full five-on-five practice as part of his recovery from sciatica, aiming to return to the court for his 23rd NBA season, while the Lakers continue their season without him, maintaining a strong record.

Lakers' Win Streak Ends in Blowout Loss to Hawks Amid Injury Concerns

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Silver Screen and Roll

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The Lakers suffered a surprising loss to the undermanned Hawks, highlighting issues with shooting, turnovers, and defensive lapses. Key players like Luka Dončić and Rui Hachimura had underwhelming performances, while others like Vanderbilt and LaRavia showed mixed results. The game served as a tough lesson for the Lakers, emphasizing the importance of focus and execution even against weaker opponents.

Lakers and Hawks Face Injury Woes Ahead of Key Matchup

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Silver Screen and Roll

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JJ Redick's brief postgame press conference after a blowout loss to the Hawks highlighted his frustration, with a notable moment where he predicted the loss within the first two minutes of the game. The Lakers struggled with turnovers and poor defense, leading to a significant defeat, and Redick's short, candid remarks captured the team's disappointment.

Lakers' Standout Performances and Standings Impact Amid Spurs and NBA Dynamics

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pounding The Rock

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The San Antonio Spurs lost a close game to the Los Angeles Lakers due to self-inflicted mistakes, lack of discipline, and adjustments needed for key players like Victor Wembanyama. The game highlighted issues with turnovers, fouls, and defensive strategies, emphasizing the need for roster improvements and better game management to succeed.

Lakers' Key Players Shine in Close Win Over Spurs

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Silver Screen and Roll

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Deandre Ayton has been excelling with the Lakers, notably shining in a recent game against the Spurs where he scored 22 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and outperformed Victor Wembanyama, helping the Lakers extend their winning streak and improve their season start. His strong play is proving his potential and earning him recognition after previous underwhelming seasons.

Lakers Edge Spurs 118-116 in Close Contest

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Pounding The Rock

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The Spurs narrowly lost to the Lakers 118-116 in a game marked by foul troubles for Victor Wembanyama and key contributions from returning players like Jeremy Sochan and Lindy Waters III. Despite multiple fouls and players fouling out, the Spurs nearly forced an overtime but ultimately fell short, highlighting their resilience and areas for improvement, especially in rebounding and defensive discipline.

Lakers Edge Spurs 118-116 in Foul-Filled Thriller

Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN

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The Los Angeles Lakers narrowly defeated the San Antonio Spurs 118-116 in a game marked by a late rally, clutch plays from Luka Doncic, and a frantic final second that saw the Spurs miss a game-tying tip-in after a controversial inbound violation. Doncic led the Lakers with 35 points and key plays in the fourth quarter, helping extend their winning streak to five games.

Lakers Edge Spurs as Dončić Outshines Wembanyama in Close Win

Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo Sports

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The Lakers narrowly defeated the Spurs 118-116 with Luka Dončić leading the way with 35 points and a near triple-double, despite a late-game scare and key fouls from Victor Wembanyama, who fouled out. The Lakers, missing key players, improve to 7-2, while the Spurs drop to 5-2, with upcoming games against the Rockets and Hawks respectively.