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Davis scores 50 to propel Lakers over Timberwolves
Anthony Davis scored 50 points to power the Los Angeles Lakers to a 142-125 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday that gave the Western Conference leaders the best record in the NBA.
Kuzma clicks into late gear as LeBron’s Lakers eclipse Suns
Kyle Kuzma “clicked” to drain two clutch three-pointers as the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back to score a 123-115 road victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday.
‘King’ James posts second straight triple double in win over Spurs
LeBron James delivered his second straight triple double as the Los Angeles Lakers won their fifth game in a row for the first time in over a year with a 103-96 victory against the San Antonio Spurs.
LeBron reportedly keeping No. 23, Davis to wear No. 3
LeBron James won’t be giving his No. 23 jersey to new Los Angeles Lakers teammate Anthony Davis after all, at least not until the 2020-21 season.
Lakers to start James at point guard
LeBron James is preparing to take on a new role with the Los Angeles Lakers this season as point guard, according to a report Monday by Yahoo! Sports’ Chris Haynes.
Lakers hope to add third star
The Los Angeles Lakers, with LeBron James in place and Anthony Davis on the way, reportedly are attempting to clear enough salary-cap space to make a run at a third star player this summer.
Magic denies mistreating Lakers’ employees
Reacting to an ESPN report earlier Tuesday that described a toxic culture in the Los Angeles Lakers’ front office, Magic Johnson denied mistreating any employees during his stint as team president that ended last month.
LeBron was stunned by Magic leaving Lakers
Much like the rest of the basketball world, LeBron James was stunned when Magic Johnson stepped down from his post as the Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations last month.
Lakers shut down LeBron for final six games
LeBron James’ first season with the Los Angeles Lakers is over.
Lakers top Bulls to end skid
LeBron James had 36 points and 10 rebounds, and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers overcame their lowest-scoring first quarter of the season to end a five-game losing streak with a 123-107 win against the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday.
James puts up 33 as Lakers win
LeBron James had 33 points and 10 assists as the host Los Angeles Lakers held off the New Orleans Pelicans 125-119 on Wednesday night.
LeBron still king of NBA earners
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is the NBA’s highest-paid player for the fifth consecutive year with $88.7 million.
Iguodala sparks Warriors past LeBron-less Lakers
Andre Iguodala ignited a fourth-quarter runaway with consecutive 3-pointers.
Thompson’s record-setting shooting carries Warriors
Klay Thompson scores 23 of his 44 points in the third quarter Monday.
With LeBron watching on, Cavs hang on against the Lakers
The visiting Cleveland Cavaliers put an end to their 12-game losing streak.
Lakers mash Mavs for comeback win
The Los Angeles Lakers put together a dominant third quarter to rally from a 15-point deficit and defeat the host Dallas Mavericks.
Kanter says he fears for his life
Kanter says he will not go to London because he fears he could be assassinated for criticizing controversial Turkish President Erdogan.
George helps Thunder top lacklustre Lakers
Paul George lead Oklahoma City Thunder to a 107-100 win against the LA Lakers.
With LeBron out, Lakers stumble vs. Clippers
Lou Williams scores a season-high 36 points off the bench.
Visiting Lakers rip Warriors
Kuzma scored 19 points and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers ended a seven-game losing streak against the Golden State Warriors.
LeBron apologises for IG post
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James apologizes on Monday for an Instagram post that referenced “Jewish money,”.
LeBron helps Lakers crush Hornets
LeBron James notches a triple-double with 24 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists before sitting out the entire fourth quarter.
LeBron take final matchup with Heat’s Wade
Kyle Kuzma scores 33 points and LeBron James adds 28.
Nuggets rout LA for 4th straight win
Paul Millsap had 20 points and 11 rebounds, Jamal Murray scored 20 and the host Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angeles Lakers.
Orlando Magic topple Lakers again
Nikola Vucevic scores 31 points and grabs 15 rebounds Sunday as the visiting Orlando Magic upends the Los Angeles Lakers.
King James rules over Chamberlain
LeBron James took another milestone in his stride as he passed Wilt Chamberlain to become the fifth most prolific scorer.
LeBron and Lakers hold off Hawks
LeBron James scores 26 points, including a put-back layup with 15 seconds remaining, and Kyle Kuzma adds 18.
Lakers and LeBron hold off Wolves
The Los Angeles Lakers holds on in a back-and-forth affair to earn a 114-110 victory over the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves.
Lakers sign Chandler
The Los Angeles Lakers made official what had been speculated for days, signing free agent center Tyson Chandler.
