This Day In Lakers History: Gail Goodrich Returns To Franchise Via Trade With Phoenix Suns
On May 20, 1970, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Gail Goodrich in a trade with the Phoenix Suns. The deal returned...
This Day In Lakers History: Magic Johnson Named 1987 NBA MVP
On May 19, 1987, former Los Angeles Lakers point guard Magic Johnson was named MVP, winning the award for the...
Referee That Austin Reaves Confronted Is Among Lowest Rated By Players
John Goble, the official Austin Reaves and Los Angeles Lakers surrounded following their Game 2 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, did not receive a favorable grading in a survey conducted by the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). Findings from…
Luka Doncic Withdraws From 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers
A strained left hamstring prevented Luka Doncic from being on the court when the Los Angeles Lakers had their season come to an end, and an ongoing custody battle for his two daughters is going to prevent the proud Slovenian…
JJ Redick Credits Lakers Fans And Players Alike For Effort In Game 4 Loss To Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers fans often draw plenty of criticism stemming from narratives that have formed about the environment at Crypto.com Arena. But with the Lakers facing elimination against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night, there was an inspiring presence…
This Day In Lakers History: Pau Gasol Scores 23 Points In Game 7 Win Against Nuggets
After flaming out against the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the 2011 NBA Playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers...
Recap: Lakers’ Season Ends With Sweep By Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers had their season come to an end in front of a sold-out crowd at Crypto.com Arena with a 115-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4. There were plenty of similarities to trends that…
LeBron James Trying To Find Silver Lining With Lakers Facing Elimination
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suddenly find themselves in a precarious position as their season, and potentially his tenure with the franchise, could be coming to an end after just one more game. A blowout loss on Saturday…
Can The Lakers Stop Oklahoma City Thunder? Austin Reaves Searching For Answers
The Los Angeles Lakers have put forth an admirable effort during stretches of their Western Conference Semifinals matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but the reigning NBA champions sit with a 3-0 series lead and remain undefeated in the playoffs…
Recap: Lakers Fall To Brink Of Elimination With Game 3 Loss To Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers adjusted their rotation but it wasn't enough as they were blown out by the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3. Their 131-108 loss has the Lakers facing the prospect of being swept in the Western Conference…
