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LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers shrugs in reaction during the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 06, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 115-100.

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Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 02, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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The Lakers Aren’t Listening To Trade Offers About 1 Star

There is no doubt that the Los Angeles Lakers want to be very active in the next couple of days before the NBA trade deadline. Just this weekend, they were working the phones trying to send away a lot in order to land Kyrie Irving. Of course, that didn't end up happening and Irvi

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Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the game against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 02, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Lakers Are Reportedly Considering A Major Russell Westbrook Trade

Russell Westbrook's time with the Los Angeles Lakers has been filled with many ups and downs and moments that fans will both remember fondly and try to forget for years to come. But it could all be over within the next few days. As the trade deadline approaches, the possibility o

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LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first half of a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena on January 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

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LeBron James Could Make History Tuesday Night

Fans of the Los Angeles Lakers have been waiting all season for LeBron James to break the biggest record in the history of the NBA. Tuesday night might be when it happens. https://twitter.com/nbaontnt/status/1622961839947624457?s=46&t=HZVBQp6LBo2SABIDd9KzWw James is just 3

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The Lakers May Get Some Huge Help This Week

Austin Reaves #15 and LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrate their point in the first half against the Washington Wizards at Crypto.com Arena on December 18, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

Brandon Marcus • 1 day ago The Los Angeles Lakers need all the help they can get, as they are still the 13th team in the West and have been plagued by multiple injuries. This upcoming week is going to be a big one for the team, with LeBron James breaking NBA history and the Lakers facing off against the…

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Lakers Fans Want To Move On From Missed Chance

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The Lakers Lose A Possible Russell Westbrook Suitor

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LeBron James Makes A Strong Statement About Anthony Davis

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LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers is greeted by teammates on the bench in the third quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 31, 2023 in New York City. The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the New York Knicks 129-123 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Stats Show How LeBron James Is Getting Even Better

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Head coach Steve Nash of the Brooklyn Nets reacts during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center on April 10, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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Steve Nash Responds To LeBron Passing Him On All-Time List

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Steve Nash Responds To LeBron Passing Him On All-Time List

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Ernesto Cova • 5 days ago The Los Angeles Lakers are still on the verge of playoff contention. But even if they don't reach the postseason territory this season, the 2022/23 campaign would still be historic for the purple and gold. It was the season when they saw LeBron James climb in the NBA rankings and

Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates after a slam dunk against Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of the game at Crypto.com Arena on November 13, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

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Russell Westbrook Came Through In The Clutch Once Again

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LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Moda Center on January 22, 2023 in Portland, Oregon.

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Seeing LeBron James Make History Won’t Be Cheap

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Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers makes his way past Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks in the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden on January 31, 2023 in New York City. The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the New York Knicks 129-123 in overtime.

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Dennis Schroder Wowed The Crowd On Tuesday

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LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the second quarter of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on January 02, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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LeBron James Passed Another NBA Legend On Tuesday

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LeBron James Passed Another NBA Legend On Tuesday

LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the second quarter of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on January 02, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Brandon Marcus • 6 days ago It is quite an exciting time to be a fan of LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers. Although the team is still in the midst of an ever-expanding rough patch, James has remained dominant during his 20th season on the court. The 38-year-old superstar is quite literally setting mult

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Russell Westbrook Has Made NBA History

Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates scoring and drawing a foul against Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat late in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on January 4, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

Brandon Marcus • 1 week ago Monday was another rough day for the Los Angeles Lakers, as they were defeated by the Brooklyn Nets, 121-104, in New York City. The Lakers now have a 23-28 record and are again the 13th team in the West. There were high hopes that the team could greatly improve on their record fr

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The Lakers Get Good News About LeBron James

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Rui Hachimura #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 28, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Rui Hachimura Talks About His Transition From Wizards To Lakers

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Kyrie Irving Says What Has Impressed Him Most About LeBron James

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LeBron James Continues To Approach NBA History

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NBA Refs Comment On Controversial Call

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NBA Refs Comment On Controversial Call

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Brandon Marcus • 1 week ago The biggest NBA story of the last few days has been the referees' missed call during Saturday's game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics. In the final seconds of the game, LeBron James made his way into the paint for the bucket but was stopped by Jayson Tatum. James

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The Lakers Will Be Missing 2 Key Stars Monday

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Lakers Insider Shares The Effect Of A Major No-Call

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Russell Westbrook Has Lost His Consistency

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NBA Referees Had An All-Time Apology This Weekend

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NBA Referees Had An All-Time Apology This Weekend

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Ernesto Cova • 1 week ago Saturday night's game between Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics was stained by poor officiating. The officials missed a potential game-winning call in the Lakers' favor, with Jayson Tatum clearly fouling LeBron James' layup attempt with just four seconds left in the clock. Th

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LeBron James Jokes With Jayson Tatum After Missed Call

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Charles Barkley Pokes Fun At LeBron James Being Named All-Star Captain

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NBA World Remembers Kobe Bryant

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NBA World Remembers Kobe Bryant

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Anthony Davis Had A Powerful Return For The Lakers

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Gregg Popovich Describes What LeBron James Is Like On The Court

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Latest Lakers Addition Is Preparing For His Debut

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LeBron James Crosses Another Unreal Feat Off His List

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LeBron James Crosses Another Unreal Feat Off His List

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