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Why Losing Reaves (Probably) for the Playoffs Complicates the Offseason
6 april 2026 · 20 min
In a perfect world, the Lakers would have had a chance to watch Luka Donćić and Austin Reaves work as the primary engines of a playoff offense before making big roster moves this summer. Lees meer
In a less perfect but still informative world, the Lakers would have watched Reaves lead the charge while Luka was hurt, and get more information about how he would respond to last season's disappointing playoffs and show he's worth $35 to $40 mil.
In the world the Lakers actually get, neither of those things happen.
So now the Lakers have to enter this critical offseason with far less data, and additional concerns about the long term durability of Reaves.
Oh, and there are LeBron choices to make, too.
Nothing gets easier with what happened last week!
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky (with guest Deondre Hawkins of ESPNLA 710)
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Why (Probably) Losing Reaves for the Playoffs Complicates the Offseason
6 april 2026 · 20 min
In a perfect world, the Lakers would have had a chance to watch Luka Donćić and Austin Reaves work as the primary engines of a playoff offense before making big roster moves this summer. Lees meer
In a less perfect but still informative world, the Lakers would have watched Reaves lead the charge while Luka was hurt, and get more information about how he would respond to last season's disappointing playoffs and show he's worth $35 to $40 mil.
In the world the Lakers actually get, neither of those things happen.
So now the Lakers have to enter this critical offseason with far less data, and additional concerns about the long term durability of Reaves.
Oh, and there are LeBron choices to make, too.
Nothing gets easier with what happened last week!
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky (with guest Deondre Hawkins of ESPNLA 710)
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LeBron Drops 30, Lakers Fight Hard but Lose in Dallas, 134-128
6 april 2026 · 36 min
No Luka, no Reaves. No hope? Lees meer
For one game, at least -- or parts of one game -- the Lakers looked every bit like the lost cause most assume they are following crippling injuries to two of their top 3 players, including an MVP candidate. They lose to a Dallas Mavericks team that has for the most part has packed it in this season but did show up to play for a national TV audience. Cooper Flagg especially.
But the Lakers did show some glimmers of hope. LeBron James (30 points, nine rebounds, 15 assists) looked great. Luke Kennard struggled with his shot (5-17, mostly from inside the arc) but finished with his first career triple double, leading the team with 16 rebounds.
The Lakers are unquestionably a long shot to win a playoff series, but if they can win a game or two before the end of the regular season the Lakers will open up at home. Likely against Houston.
So we'll see.
Special guest Deondre Hawkins joins the show.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers lose in Dallas.
SEGMENT 2: What exactly happened last week?
SEGMENT 3: Do the Lakers have a shot?
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Austin Reaves Out Indefinitely With Grade II Oblique Strain, Playoffs In Doubt
5 april 2026 · 20 min
Things just keep getting worse. Lees meer
On the heels of losing Luka Dončić likely for the postseason (unless the Lakers pull off a miracle or two) they learned Saturday that Austin Reaves will also be sidelined indefinitely, with a left oblique strain. He will miss the rest of the regular season, and almost surely at least the beginning of the first round. Likely all of it. Making those miracles noted above far less likely.
And to make matters worse, Marcus Smart won't play Sunday, and Jarred Vanderbilt is questionable. The Lakers are running out of dudes.
So what does this mean for the Lakers, now and down the road? None of it is good.
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Luka Dončić: Grade II Hamstring Strain, Likely to Miss 1st Round of Playoffs
4 april 2026 · 19 min
The news is in, and it's not good. Lees meer
Luka Dončić has been diagnosed with a Grade II hamstring strain, and while the Lakers are only saying he's out the rest of the regular season, the reality is significantly more grim. Luka likely will need 3-6 weeks to get back from this one, at least. According to Jeff Stotts, the great NBA injury expert, the average recovery time for this type of thing is about 35 days. So even if Luka hits that, the Lakers are well into May and somewhere in the second round of the playoffs.
And the idea of divebombing into the postseason against San Antonio or OKC-- assuming they win the opening round-- coming off that injury seems like a bad idea.
The Lakers now need to think with their heads, not their hearts. As does Luka.
So what's next? Can they win a first round matchup without him?
Lots to consider.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
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Should JJ Redick Have Pulled Luka Earlier vs. Thunder? Can Reaves and LeBron Carry the Lakers?
3 april 2026 · 18 min
The big question from fans, beyond "How long will he be out?", was "Why was Luka Dončić even on the floor?" Lees meer
Because Luka was clearly fighting some discomfort even in the first half, and the Lakers clearly were not coming back to win the game. JJ Redick said Luka was cleared by the med staff at halftime, and wanted to play. The plan was to give him half a quarter or so to make a dent in the score. And, if we're being frank, I think more to find some positive things to take into Tuesday's rematch and a potential second round matchup as well.
But we all know what ended up happening.
So now everyone waits, and wonders, and perhaps second-guesses.
Meanwhile, it's now on Austin Reaves and LeBron James to carry the group. Are they up for it?
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Disaster: Luka Leaves With Hamstring Injury, Lakers Blown Out by Thunder 139-96
3 april 2026 · 34 min
You know it's a bad night when the final score of a 45-point loss isn't the worst part. Or even close to it. Lees meer
The Lakers lost Luka Dončić to a hamstring injury early in the third quarter. He went straight to the locker room, clearly in pain, and the Lakers said he would undergo an MRI Friday before the game was even over. That's very, very quick and a worrisome sign.
The Lakers have about a week before the end of the regular season, and about two before the first round of the playoffs begins. Any type of hamstring injury is concerning, and one this close to the postseason is scary, scary, scary. And not for nothing, Luka needs to play one more game to qualify for postseason awards. There is a very good chance now it doesn't happen.
Needless to say, the Lakers and Lakers fans will be on edge until some clarity is found on Luka's injury. Oh, and Austin Reaves was clearly battling some sort of injury to his lower back/side.
As for the game itself, the Lakers got their butts kicked in every conceivable way. That's the long and short of it. 139-96.
But aside from all that, Mrs. Lincoln, how did you enjoy the play?
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: Luka injured as the Lakers are destroyed in Oklahoma City.
SEGMENT 2: What happens now?
SEGMENT 3: Can the Lakers stay in the top four?
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Who Guards Shai? Can LA's Centers and Bench Step Up? What to Watch Vs. OKC
2 april 2026 · 18 min
There's a ton to look forward to in Thursday's game against the Thunder in Oklahoma City. Lees meer
Thursday morning, we asked a lot of the big questions that could impact the results... but for a game this significant there wasn't enough time to get to all of them!
The Lakers without Marcus Smart have a challenge in front of them defensively, especially when it comes to guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. How will JJ Redick approach it? And what are the x-factors for LA? It could start with the centers. Can Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes eat into the advantage that OKC's bigs would seem to have on paper, led by Chet Holmgren? What about the Lakers bench? OKC's depth is well-documented, while the Lakers... have less. But there have been signs of life beyond the Big Three throughout this push up the standings, but to say the least the Lakers supporting players will be tested tonight.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
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Luka Vs. Shai, Lakers Vs. Thunder: Previewing Powerhouse Matchup Thursday in OKC
2 april 2026 · 34 min
This one has something for everyone. Lees meer
MVP candidates going head to head? SGA and Luka mean "check."
Top level teams playing at the top of their games? Check. You can count the losses for these two teams over the last month on one had, with fingers left over.
All Stars? Luka! Shai! LeBron! Chet! Williams! Reaves (giving him credit for "woulda qualified" if not for health.
One key decision the head coaches have to make is about how to defend the other team's superstar. Luka and SGA are two players that are very, very difficult to knock off their games. So with that in mind, are teams better off trying to aggressively trap Luka? Throw multiple bodies at him? Let him go off and stop everyone else?
This is why the coaches get paid the big bucks!
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers are in OKC on Thursday. What to watch!
SEGMENT 2: An MVP referendum, mixed with a postseason preview, with significant challenges for both teams.
SEGMENT 3: What to do with the superstars?
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Marcus Smart's Present and Future With the Lakers (Including Postseason Awards!))
1 april 2026 · 20 min
The NBA announced this week that guard Marcus Smart is a finalist for the NBA's Twyman-Stokes Award that honors the league's best teammate. Lees meer
It's really hard to parse who "deserves" an award like this one, but Smart's status as a finalist is richly deserved and reflects the lofty position he has with the Lakers as a voice and former of culture. He's been massivly important for this team, and it raises the question of what comes next. Smart has a player option for about $5 mil next season. Does he pick it up? Would there be a market for him were he to decline? Could Smart and the Lakers find a way for him to stay in LA for a few seasons at a number that makes everyone happy?
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Luka Dončić Dominates Again, Scores 15,000th Career Point, Lakers Dismantle Cleveland 127-113
1 april 2026 · 34 min
During three straight games against the bottom feeders of the NBA, the Lakers fluctuated between sloppy, professional and dominant, making Tuesday's game at home against Cleveland—the East's 4-seed—a much more intriguing matchup. Lees meer
This is one where the Lakers would be playing a legitimate team with legitimate All-Stars. So how would they respond?
Pretty darn well, thank you! Final score, 127-113.
Luka Dončić dropped an efficient 42 on 13-26 shooting, adding 12 assists and a pair of steals, and even threw in a dunk for good measure! Five more Lakers scored in double figures, as the Lakers built a big lead in the second quarter and maintained it the rest of the way.
As a group, the Lakers took care of the ball. They also shared it. And critically, they moved on the proverbial string defensively, holding the Cavs to 19 points in that decisive second quarter. The lead dropped down a little in the fourth (as tight as 14) prompting JJ Redick to bring Luka back into the game when clearly the hope was that he'd sit for the rest of the way. But broadly speaking, these are small potato problems in a game against a high quality team.
The train just keeps rolling.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers send a message against the Cavs.
SEGMENT 2: Luka makes history.
SEGMENT 3: Confidence is sky high.
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How Continuity Impacts the MVP Race, the Playoffs and the Lakers' Offseason
31 maart 2026 · 19 min
Monday, we talked about the MVP race, and whether Luka Dončić is getting a fair shake compared to the rest of the top candidates, or if the goalposts move more for the Lakers star (as they often do for those tied to the Lakers). Lees meer
One interesting wrinkle to the conversation was provided by Iztok Franko, who notes that among all the MVP candidates, Luka has played more minutes with more guys who haven't spent much time together, yet he's putting up huge numbers and more importantly, the Lakers are piling up wins. But the continuity question has relevance that goes well past just the MVP voting. It'll have a big impact in the playoffs, as well. When teams like Denver (Jokic, Murray, Gordon, Braun, etc.) and Thunder (SGA, Williams, Dort, Wallace, Chet, etc.) can lean into reps and history in ways the Lakers can't.
On the other hand, the Lakers have guys like Luka and LeBron, who are arguably so advanced that they're continuity proof, so to speak. And then the Lakers have to think about how to build real continuity going forward this offseason.
Continuity! It's the word of the day, the month and the year to come.
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No Luka, No Problem: Lakers Take Care of Business Against the Wizards
31 maart 2026 · 35 min
The Lakers came into Monday's game against the visiting Wizards short both Luka Donćić (suspended) and Marcus Smart (ankle). In theory, it shouldn't have mattered, because Washington is awful and are doing their best to avoid winning. Lees meer
And while it wasn't a perfect effort, the Lakers more than accomplished what was needed, shaking off a sluggish first quarter to pull ahead and stay ahead, ultimately winning 120-101. LA's two remaining stars put in tidy efforts. LeBron James led the way with 21 points on 8-16 shooting, plus 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Austin Reaves was cold early, but finished 4-11 en route to 19 points. In the first half particularly, Reaves piled up the assists, while taking good care of the ball. (That flipped a little in the second half.) Lakers centers didn't miss a field goal, combining for 31 points and 14 rebounds. Luke Kennard had 19.
And both LeBron and Reaves finished the game on the bench. Reaves only played 27 minutes, which is a gift given how many minutes he's piled up of late. With the Cavs coming to town Tuesday, light work for the stars is a welcome sight.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: No Luka, no problem.
SEGMENT 2: Another trip-dub for LeBron.
SEGMENT 3: Staying fresh for the Cavaliers.
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The Luka Dončić MVP Discourse Is Heating Up, and Making People Angry!
30 maart 2026 · 21 min
It's always good news for Lakers fans when there's controversy over a member of the purple and gold perhaps not getting the love they deserve for major postseason awards. It means the Lakers are winning, and a star is thriving. Lees meer
Such is the case right now with Luka Dončić, who is performing at a level fairly unprecedented even by his lofty standards, while the Lakers are getting very close to locking up a three or four seed in the West. So it makes sense that attention is starting to focus on Luka as front-running MVP candidate, even if in the minds of Lakers fans it is coming later than it should. So beyond the conversation about whether he deserves to be in the mix - he obviously does - there's a larger one about how this all happens, anyway.
Is Luka being treated fairly in the debate?
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
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Luka Dončić Suspended, Marcus Smart Out vs. Wiz. Plus, Is Golden State a Viable Spot for LeBron?
30 maart 2026 · 37 min
There will be no give backs when it comes to this version of Luka's 16th tech. He is suspended and will miss Monday's game against the Wizards. Lees meer
This shouldn't be a problem, because Washington is terrible. And they're also not trying to win. Like, nobody goes home happy if the Wizards pull the upset at the Crypt... including the Wizards. So taking care of business for the Lakers even without Luka is not something that should at all be a worry. More troublesome? Marcus Smart will miss his fourth straight game with an ankle injury that hasn't really been explained all that much by the Lakers. And while we're still three weeks away from the postseason, the sheer indespensableness of Smart makes this injury a concern.
The Lakers are going to struggle mightily to win the first round, and then pull an upset in the second, without him.
Finally, Golden State is emerging as a possible landing spot for LeBron James should he leave the Lakers... but why? Does it make sense? What is really happening when people have these conversations?
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers won't have Luka on Monday.
SEGMENT 2: Why Smart's health is critical.
SEGMENT 3: LeBron to GSW?
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Sluggish Lakers Pull Away From Brooklyn 116-99, but Luka Gets 16th Tech
28 maart 2026 · 19 min
They say the two hardest games of a long road trip are the last one, and the first one back home after it's done. Lees meer
The Lakers at the least proved the latter, struggling for about 3.5 quarters against the visiting, and terrible, Brooklyn Nets before building a lead and winning 116-99. It'll look in the box score like an easy win, but it was anything but. Luka Donćić led the way with 41 points, while Austin Reaves got hot late to add 26. The centers were productive, combining for 19 points, 15 rebounds and eight blocks.
But Luka picked up his 16th tech -- again -- after some jawing and a little push on Zaire Williams. The odds of this one being rescinded seem smaller. The NBA can only go back to that well so many times.
It wasn't attractive, they won't like it, and neither will JJ Redick, but the Lakers got the win.
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Is JJ Redick Ready to be a Better Coach in the Playoffs This Year?
27 maart 2026 · 21 min
By most measurements, JJ Redick had a successful rookie season as a head coach. Especially when you consider it was his first time coaching players older than middle school. Lees meer
But when the playoffs rolled around, some of Redick's inexperience showed. From the way he prepared the team, to decisions made during the series, it was clear the Lakers were, at best, not elevated by their head coach. Now the Lakers are in a similar position, closing in on a 3-seed after a strong push while overcoming a variety of challenges inside the season.
So is Redick, with another year under his belt, ready to be an asset to the Lakers this postseason? Are there tangible signs of improvement?
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5 Reasons the Lakers are Better Equipped for This Year's Playoffs
27 maart 2026 · 36 min
The Lakers had all sorts of momentum heading into last year's playoffs, seemingly at least, and plenty of pundits who thought they'd beat Minnesota in the first round -- your hosts here included -- and potentially make a legit deep run. Lees meer
Well, we know how that turned out.
In the end, some of their shortcomings -- no viable centers, a lack of point of attack defense, spotty outside shooting -- were bigger issues than anticipated. This year, the Lakers have played dominant ball over the last few weeks, and once again look poised to enter the postseason on a high note. So are they actually better than last year, or could once again fans be peering at a mirage?
Well, on paper at least it seems like the former. The center position is improved, with Deandre Ayton playing well and Jaxson Hayes a significantly better player now than he was last year (and he'll be up against backups, which helps). Luke Kennard provides serious shooting chops, and meaningful gravity. Marcus Smart has done wonders for the D. LeBron James has a role that should suit sustained playoff success, and Luka Dončić is playing better now than he was at this point last year... a season where he started the year hurt and played catchup the rest of the way.
That's a lot of reason for optimism. Doesn't mean they're not flawed, but last year's problems at least shouldn't be this year's. Not to the same degree, at least.
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SEGMENT 1: The Lakers are poised to be better in the postseason.
SEGMENT 2: Centers! Smart! Kennard!
SEGMENT 3: Why improvement at the top is critical, too.
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JJ Redick Says the Lakers Will Push for Wins ... While Still Being Smart
26 maart 2026 · 20 min
The Lakers are in a very good position, with a decent lead over Denver and Minnesota for the third and fourth seeds in the West (critical, given they deliver home court in the first round), and a schedule including four games against tanking teams plus one against a Warriors squad that is trying to win but has major injury issues. Lees meer
So with that in mind, they should have the opportunity to handle the rest question for players in whatever way they see best.
And with that in mind, JJ Redick says they're going to keep pushing through to the end... while also being smart about it.
If guys are hurt, they'll sit. But at least for now, don't look for wholesale absences due just to rest. Redick wants to keep the rhythm and chemistry going, and surely is informed by last season's Game 1 failure against Minnesota, where Redick blamed himself for not pushing the team harder during the week between the team's last game and the start of their series.
So is he coming at it the right way?
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Luka Dončić Drops 43, Lakers Beat Pacers, Finish Road Trip 5-1
26 maart 2026 · 35 min
The Lakers understood the assignment and while they may not have scored an A+++ in completing it, the work was plenty good. Lees meer
They raced out to a big first quarter lead, and spent most of the game up between 15 and 20 before a late push from Indiana, but the Lakers were never truly threatened and beat the Pacers 137-130 and finish the road trip 5-1.
The Lakers were playing without Marcus Smart, Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton, who was downgraded Wednesday with lower back soreness. Still, four of the five starters finished in double figures, paced by Luka Donćić's 43 points. Austin Reaves had a strong second half, LeBron was an assist and a rebound away from a triple double, and Jaxson Hayes had 21 filling in for Ayton. Even Bronny James gave them good minutes off the bench.
So all in all, this was a very, very good night. The last game in a long road trip is often a big challenge, and the Lakers never let Indiana think they were going to win.
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SEGMENT 1: The Lakers win in Indiana, finish the trip strong.
SEGMENT 2: The Big Three keep cooking.
SEGMENT 3: JJ says they'll play through the tape.
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NBPA Calls to Abolish 65-Game Rule... and Giannis Needs to Make a Choice
25 maart 2026 · 19 min
A few of the NBA's chronic headaches have been on fuller display this season than is typical. Starting with the problems associated with tanking, and now with the 65-game rule instituted in the last CBA to encourage players and teams to manage load management. Too many players were missing important games, went the logic, so tie games played to eligibility for postseason honors. Lees meer
It was a bad policy targeting the wrong source of the problem, and this year, with seemingly half the league's best players ineligible, things have finally come to a head. The last straw seemed to be the injury to Pistons star Cade Cunningham, who likely will fall just short of the threshold after suffering a collapsed lung.
The NBAPA has called for the rule's removal. The league seems open to it.
And meanwhile, there's an interesting situation brewing in Milwaukee, where Giannis says he wants to play, and the Bucks are saying no. Now who is being truly honest here? Certainly the Bucks, who have no incentive to put an already banged-up Giannis at risk for more injury. Giannis himself, however, is in a win-win. Just by saying he wants to play, he looks like an honorable guy, dedicated to the franchise. Again, being a good soldier who is too respectful and dedicated to the fans of Milwaukee to ask for a trade.
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Why It Might Actually Make Sense for the Lakers to Bring Back LeBron for One More Season
25 maart 2026 · 37 min
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Why Marcus Smart Is the Most Important Player on the Lakers (Not Named Luka, Austin or LeBron)
24 maart 2026 · 20 min
The Lakers played Monday without Marcus Smart, who is day to day with an ankle injury. Lees meer
They lost, and the win streak stopped at nine. Is Smart's absence the reason the Pistons topped LA? Not directly, but as JJ Redick noted after, it played a big role. And the game certainly reinforced the outsized role Smart has in the team's success. He's been a catalyst for their defensive improvement, a big influence on a strong team culture, and playing with him (as opposed to Rui Hachimura) has helped turn the Big Three into a net positive from a net negative.
Put it all together, and while it's hard to argue he's as important as those three guys... it's maybe not as big a gap as you might think.
Smart is as indispensable to LA's playoff hopes as anyone on the roster. If Deandre Ayton raises the ceiling, Smart prevents the floor from dropping out.
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Lakers Fight but Lose in Detroit, Win Streak Ends at Nine
24 maart 2026 · 33 min
The Lakers tried, coming back from down by as much as 16 points Monday night in Detroit, but ultimately they couldn't keep the win streak alive. Lees meer
It dies at nine, as the Pistons top LA, 113-110.
Daniss Jankins, in the lineup replacing Detroit's MVP candidate Cade Cunningham, lit up the purple and gold. HIs 30 points included the game winning points, including the bucket putting Detroit up by three with about ten seconds to play. The Lakers got the ball into Luka Dončić, but the play was jacked from the start and Luka's last second heave never had a chance.
He finished with an inefficient 32. Austin Reaves had another good game, with 24 points on 15 FGAs, plus five assists. LeBron James, held scoreless in the first half, was one rebound away from a trip-dub by the end. Playing a little shorthanded (no Marcus Smart, no Rui Hachimura) a tired Lakers team did what they could. You can't fault the effort. And LA can still finish the trip at 5-1 by beating Indiana on Wednesday.
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SEGMENT 1: The streak finally ends.
SEGMENT 2: JJ likes what he's seen.
SEGMENT 3: Big game Wednesday.
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Are the Lakers Good Vibes About More Than Just Winning?
23 maart 2026 · 20 min
Six weeks ago, it was a different conversation. But now? Lees meer
The vibes around the Lakers are immaculate. Granted, winning nine in a row and getting some separation in the Western Conference is enough to make a team feel good about itself, but is there more going on here? How do the vibes contribute to the winning? What about the way in which they're winning is helping contribute to the vibes? And why do the vibes matter, anyway?
And what about timing? As we've seen these things can shift, and quickly. But with about 10 games left in the regular season, does the way the Lakers are playing carry a little extra significance?
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Luka Donċić's 16th Technical Foul Rescinded by the NBA. He'll Play Vs. Detroit
23 maart 2026 · 35 min
It seemed like a possibility, and Sunday it came through -- the NBA has rescinded the technical foul it called on Luka Dončić in Saturday's game in Orlando. It would have been Luka's 16th, and forced his suspension for Monday's game in Detroit. Lees meer
Now he can play, and it gives the Lakers a solid advantage against a Pistons team that won't have Cade Cunningham, or one of his backups in Marcus Sasser. The Lakers will be potentially shorthanded as well, with both Rui Hachimura and Marcus Smart added to the injury list as questionable, joining Maxi Kleber, who has been upgraded to questionable.
Still with all three of their stars and a nine game win streak, the Lakers have a much better shot at this game than it would have seemed 10 days ago. And with a couple more victories, the Lakers will have a shot to truly craft their lead up to the postseason.
Meanwhile, LeBron doesn't know ABBA, and the Lakers benefitted from a favorable last two minute report. These things do even out over a season.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: Luka can play!
SEGMENT 2: A nice two minute report for LA.
SEGMENT 3: An opportunity knocks.
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Luke Kennard Game Winner Gives Lakers 9th Straight Win, 105-104
22 maart 2026 · 20 min
It wasn't easy, but the win streak continues. After a very challenging second half in which both teams completely lost the thread offensively, the Lakers needed a last second shot from Luke Kennard to push them past Orlando, 105-104. Lees meer
That's nine straight wins for the purple and gold, who continue to put some space between themselves and the other contenders in the West.
Luka Dončić finished with 33, most of that coming in the first half, and Austin Reaves had 26.
Luka also picked up his 16th technical foul, which will leave him suspended for LA's next game in Detroit. JJ Redick says they're going to try and get it rescinded, so stay tuned.
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What's Behind the Mini-Slump for Austin Reaves?
20 maart 2026 · 24 min
The Lakers are rolling, having won eight straight games and staking a claim to the third seed in the West. Lees meer
Luka Dončić is starting to change the conversation around the MVP race. LeBron James is thriving in a reconsidered role with the team, where his usage goes down but his impact stays high. Marcus Smart is Marcus Smarting, and Deandre Ayton is, at least for now, delivering consistent effort nightly.
Austin Reaves, however, has been more inconsistent.
Some games have been spectacular, some quiet on the scoring front but busy in other spots. He's not been bad, but Reaves also hasn't played at the necessary level, night in and night out. His usage/workload has increased, and he's playing as many minutes as anyone in the league. So what explains the inconsistency? Should the Lakers be worried?
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Luka Dončić Scores 60 Points, LeBron Triple-Double Leads Lakers to 8th Straight Win
20 maart 2026 · 35 min
Luka Dončić dropped 40 points Wednesday night in Houston. Pretty good! Lees meer
Well, with the Lakers road weary, having reached their hotel in Miami around 5:30 am, Luka went even bigger on Thursday. 60 points, on 18-30 from the floor, 15-19 from the line. And the Lakers needed every point, using a big third quarter and a strong fourth to hold off the Heat, 134-126. LeBron James added a triple-double (19/15/10), and from there the Lakers got just enough to get over the finish line.
But this one was all about Luka. To say he's elevating over the last month-plus is an understatement.
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SEGMENT 1: The Lakers get 60 points from Luka, beat Miami.
SEGMENT 2: LeBron trip-dub.
SEGMENT 3: Lakers peaking?
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A Tough Challenge In Miami for the Lakers, Plus Deandre Ayton's Mental Shift
19 maart 2026 · 20 min
The Lakers arrived in Miami at about 4:30 am following Wednesday's critical win in Houston. To say the least, turning around and playing at 5 pm local time won't be easy. All three of the team's stars are listed as questionable, and nobody should be surprised if any combination of them don't play. Lees meer
(And if the NBA has an issue with it, blame the schedule maker.)
Moreover, the Heat present a variety of challenges based on personnel and playing style that would be notable under normal circumstances, and heightened given the context. The flip side: Given how the Lakers bench has scuffled of late, would it be the worst thing in the world for some of these guys to have a high usage game and get the opportunity to find a groove?
One guy who is back on the ball? Deandre Ayton, who as Dan Woike wrote about at The Athletic, seems to have been doing a lot of introspection of late, to his benefit and the team's.
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Luka Dončić (40 Points), LeBron (30) Lift Lakers to Critical 124-116 Win Over Houston
19 maart 2026 · 36 min
Monday, the Lakers picked up a big win in Houston, giving them a little bit of separation in the Western Conference standings and an opportunity to do something bigger on Wednesday night, in the back end of an unusual two game set against the same opponent on their home floor. Lees meer
Once again, the Lakers came through.
Led by a huge game, including a massive fourth quarter, from Luka Dončić -- 40 points, nine rebounds, 10 assists -- the Lakers picked up another victory, 124-116. This gives LA yet another tiebreaker in the Western Conference standings, a trifecta against their three closest competitors in the standings (Denver, Houston, Minnesota). LeBron James was fantastic as well, dominating in the open floor in particular en route to 30 points on 13-14 shooting, including a ton of dunks.
Austin Reaves had 14 points and eight assists against only one TO, Deandre Ayton had 18, matching Houston's All Star center Alperen Sengun, who returned to the lineup after missing Monday's game.
The Lakers will now head to Miami, getting in VERY early Thursday morning. Don't be shocked if the Lakers treat it as a scheduled loss, which they can do if needed, given the progress over the last month.
Huge win. Huge.
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SEGMENT 1: Luka powers another win for the Lakers.
SEGMENT 2: The LeBron Formula on steroids.
SEGMENT 3: Lakers control their destiny.
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How Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and LeBron James Have Built Synergy: A New Hierarchy in LA
18 maart 2026 · 20 min
Minutes for the Big 3 have gone from a major liability to a major strength for the Lakers. Lees meer
And because of it, how folks view the rest of the regular season and postseason (and offseason, though those conversations can wait) is undergoing a serious transformation. So how did we get here? Monday in Houston, JJ Redick talked about how the Lakers have rethought the usage of their top three players, with Luka Dončić obviously maintaining his place at the top of the food chain, but engineering a shift between Austin Reaves and LeBron James that elevates Reaves on the ball, and lowers LeBron's usage to historic levels.
Why has it worked? What does it say about the strengths and weaknesses of each player? And perhaps most importantly, about the culture of buy-in LA has built?
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Can the Lakers Win Again vs. Rockets? Big Challenges for a Big Rematch
18 maart 2026 · 36 min
The Lakers pulled off a big win Monday in Houston, taking the first of this somewhat unusual two game set against the same team in their city. Lees meer
Game 2 has a lot a stake, most notably that the winner has what could become a very, very critical tiebreaker for winning the season series. And for the Lakers, not only would they get that advantage, they'd do it while putting another game in between themselves and Houston. So big stuff for sure.
It will, though, be a tougher test for the Lakers, since Rockets All-Star Alperen Sengun is expected to play in this one. What changes with Sengun back? A lot. But it also might make on player for the Lakers happier. Meanwhile, the Lakers are unlikely to hold Kevin Durant down as effectively in the second go, but at the same time, will Austin Reaves miss all of his triples? What stays the same, and what changes, from Monday.
Finally, would the Lakers be wise to ask the NBA to start Luka Dončić with 12 T's next season? We kid... sort of.
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SEGMENT 1: Sengun returns for the rematch.
SEGMENT 2: Can the Lakers keep KD down?
SEGMENT 3: Luka minds his manners, and thrives.
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Does Luka Dončić Deserve More MVP Consideration? (And How the Answer Reflects Lakers Chances...)
17 maart 2026 · 20 min
So the Lakers are playing much better, having moved up to a third seed and with a win Wednesday in Houston will secure tiebreakers against all three of the teams closest to them in the Western Conference standings (Minnesota, Denver and the Rockets). So with that team success, is it time for Luka Dončić to be more than a passing consideration in the MVP conversation? Lees meer
His numbers on the year are great, and have been particularly good since the All-Star break. Including on the defensive side of things!
So should Luka be right up there with the Nikola Jokic's of the world? What happens if the Lakers keep winning?
And more importantly, is THIS Luka the one that can carry the Lakers deeper into the postseason than people expect?
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Luka Dončić Scores 36, Lakers Play Strong Defense, Beat Houston 100-92
17 maart 2026 · 36 min
Before Monday's game in Houston, JJ Redick said he thought it would be a rock fight, and he wasn't wrong. Lees meer
But the Lakers once again used strong defense and a great late-game run to beat the Rockets, 100-92. Aside from a neat and efficient 36 point effort from Luka Dončić (14-27 shooting), the Lakers struggled to find points. LeBron James finished with 18 points (7-13 shooting) and Austin Reaves had 15... but needed 18 attempts to get there. (He missed all eight three pointers he tried.)
But there were still a bunch of different ways guys contributed, from an excellent final five minutes from Deandre Ayton to five free throws from Jake LaRavia, and a critical 3-pointer from Marcus Smart down the stretch. And everyone kicked in defensively, as the Lakers put a lot of pressure on Kevin Durant to get the ball from his hands.
With the win, the Lakers gain sole possession of third place in the West, and have a chance to clinch the tiebreaker over the Rockets in Wednesday's season series rubber match.
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SEGMENT 1: A huge, Luka 'n' D driven win over Houston.
SEGMENT 2: Finding new ways to get it done.
SEGMENT 3: Best defensive showing of the year?
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Can Luka Dončić, Lakers, Keep Rolling in Houston? Previewing Lakers Vs. Rockets!
16 maart 2026 · 20 min
The Lakers have something going, having won eight of nine, including a nice stack of quality wins against good opponents, capped by Saturday's buzzer beating OT victory over the Nuggets. Lees meer
Now the tests continue, starting with the first of two games in Houston against the Rockets. Win both, and the Lakers can secure yet another tiebreaker against a quality conference rival. But even without a sweep, the Lakers can make a strong statement with two solid efforts. So can Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves continue their run of outstanding play against some high end defenders? Can the Lakers figure out how to defend the amount of length Houston brings to the table?
What should people be looking for in the first of the two games? We break it down.
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The Lakers are Giving Reasons to Believe: What's Different About This Hot Streak
16 maart 2026 · 35 min
The Lakers have won eight of nine, and the ninth was a loss in Denver to the Nuggets that, even with a terrible first three minutes, was there for the taking in the final possessions of the game. Lees meer
Slowly and consistently, they've started chipping away at the most common criticisms. They only beat bad teams, not good ones. The defense can't perform at a high level. The Big Three can't win minutes on the floor together. It's not quite safe to say the Lakers have solved all of those problems, but signs are definitely positive. At some point, it's reasonable to believe they should be seen to be as good, and with as good a chance of doing damage in the postseason, as any of the teams in the Western Conference's 2nd tier (i.e. not OKC or San Antonio).
Of course, if the Lakers really want to make believers out of people (and, if we're being frank, significantly boost their own confidence), strong performances against the Rockets this week (Monday and Wednesday, both in Houston) will go a long way.
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SEGMENT 1: The Lakers found something over the last few weeks.
SEGMENT 2: What has changed about how people evaluate the team.
SEGMENT 3: What's next?
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Luka Game Winner Gives LA 127-125 OT Win Vs. Denver, Gain Tiebreaker
15 maart 2026 · 22 min
Well that was nuts. Lees meer
The Lakers opened what would eventually be a 127-125 OT win over Denver with 15 minutes of their best basketball this year. Red hot shooting! Attentive, aggressive defense!
But things slowed down getting to half, and in the third quarter the large lead the Lakers had completely evaporated. In the fourth, they fell behind by as much as seven... and then came back! And the bucket pushing them into OT came off an intentionally missed free throw by Austin Reaves, who got his own rebound and scored. Nobody has ever seen that work.
Luka Doncic finished with 30/11/13, Reaves had 32/7/6, LeBron James 17/6/5, Marcus Smart (who was incredible defensively) finished with 21, including five 3-pointers.
As a result the Lakers win the tiebreaker over Denver, which could be crucial before the end of the year.
Huge win for LA.
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Nuggets-Lakers Preview! Tie-Breaker Stakes! Luka Dončić vs. Nikola Jokic!
13 maart 2026 · 18 min
The Lakers have a critical game coming on Sunday against the Nuggets, the only team to beat them over the last seven games. Lees meer
It's one that could go a long way to determining seeding in the Western Conference, and a win would give the Lakers a big tiebreaker advantage over Denver to go along with the tiebreaker they've already earned over Minnesota.
The Nuggets will be playing a stronger hand, with Cam Johnson, Aaron Gordon and Spencer Jones all expected to play after missing last week's game. The Lakers, on the other hand, will almost surely be missing Maxi Kleber and Jaxson Hayes, with Marcus Smart a major question mark. That'll put a lot of pressure not only on the Big Three, but players like Deandre Ayton to continue his recent run of good play.
So what to watch for? We break it down, here.
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Luka Dončić Scores 51, Austin Reaves 30 as Lakers Cruise Past Bulls, 142-130
13 maart 2026 · 33 min
The Lakers have now won 7 of 8, and occupy the third seed in the Western Conference after beating Chicago at Crypto.com Arena, final score 142-130. Lees meer
This was a night where the Lakers locked down periodically on defense -- those were the moments where they put some space between themselves and Chicago -- but were rock stars on the other end, led by Luka Dončić. LA's MVP candidate was cooking all night, finishing with a smooth 51 points on 17-31 shooting, including 9-14 from downtown. Austin Reaves added 30 points of his own. Deandre Ayton? How about 23/10. Rui Hachimura, starting for the injured Marcus Smart had 15. LeBron James, questionable heading into the game, played and finished with 18 points, with seven boards and seven dimes.
And it's a good thing the starters were so hot, because the bench gave the Lakers five points. Five.
No matter. The Lakers keep things rolling and get the win they needed. On to Denver Saturday.
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SEGMENT 1: Holy Luka!
SEGMENT 2: Ayton helps set a tone.
SEGMENT 3: Denver on Saturday.
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Why Centers Could Be Key for the Lakers in the Stretch Run and Playoffs
12 maart 2026 · 18 min
The Lakers have received a lift in the last couple of games through the activity and production of Deandre Ayton. The mercurial center has come out with significantly more energy, and has generally played better since namedropping Clint Capela in a fairly disparaging way. Lees meer
But the Lakers need him to keep it up, no question. They're a different team when Ayton produces (noted by the record when he logs 15/10 on any given night). But with a fully healthy team, the lakers aren't likely to be able to find Ayton enough shots to put up 15-20 every night, and meanwhile his minutes likely settle between 20-25 minutes rather than 25-30.
But the motor? That can run all the time.
And for the Lakers, the possibility of having a higher caliber starting center than last season (Ayton vs. Jaxson Hayes) combined with a better backup center (Today Hayes vs. Last Year Hayes) and a healthy Maxi Kleber (who has been deployed effectively at different times this year) means the center position is in line for a significant upgrade compared to last year.
That gives JJ Redick far more options, allows the Lakers to match up better, and then do things like go small -- still a very effective lineup -- when they want to, rather than because they have to.
That's a big deal, potentially. So keep an eye on the bigs!
Meanwhile, Austin Reaves had some very revealing, and potentially encouraging, comments about accountability following Tuesday's win.
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Lakers Fans React to Bam Adebayo's 83 Point Game... Plus, Injuries Again an Issue?
12 maart 2026 · 37 min
The Lakers are rolling, and feeling pretty good about themselves. Lees meer
All the more reason to pay attention on Thursday against Chicago to what is undoubtedly a trap game. The Lakers have huge games just around the corner, with Houston, Denver, Orlando and more, so it'll be easy to overlook a Bulls team that has a couple decent players but overall is pretty darn lousy.
That the Lakers will likely be without LeBron James and Marcus Smart only drives home the need to pay attention. Taking care of business is an important step in continuing the upward trajectory the team currently enjoys.
From there, it's all about Bam Adebayo and his 83-point game on Tuesday against Washington. Lakers fans, like many NBA observers, didn't receive it well. Of course for Lakers fans, the significance of Kobe's 81-point game, which is now third in single game scoring, has meaning on multiple levels.
More points, though, doesn't necessarily mean more impressive, and to say the least, what each of these games represents for the players themselves is different.
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SEGMENT 1: The Lakers have a trap game coming Thursday night.
SEGMENT 2: Bam gets 83 for Miami.
SEGMENT 3: Lakers fans react to Adebayo's performance.
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Deandre Ayton Found His Groove Again? Did Postgame Press Conference Mean Anything?
11 maart 2026 · 20 min
The Lakers have an enigma at center, everyone knows that. On Tuesday, Deandre Ayton was a key piece of the team's success in a critical win over Minnesota. Lees meer
It's fair to say, though, that those results haven't been the standard since about the first five weeks of the year.
It's also fair to say that there are games -- Sunday against the Knicks being a great example -- where Ayton plays well and the numbers don't jump off the page... and people still complain. Likely many who didn't watch the game. What matters for the Lakers, though, is a lot of the eye test stuff. How engaged is he? How quickly is he moving defensively? Is he battling on the boards? Setting hard screens?
That stuff is often going to matter more than the number of points he scores, because on a team with Luka, Reaves and LeBron, there are only so many shots to be had.
But getting Ayton on track consistently is a big thing for the Lakers if they want to move forward.
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Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Aggressive Defense Give Lakers a 120-106 Win Over Minnesota
11 maart 2026 · 35 min
The Lakers had a major confidence building win over the Knicks Sunday at Crypto.com, and Tuesday they hoped to send a message with another resounding win. Lees meer
Mission accomplished.
In a game that started as a rock fight where neither team could seem to buy a bucket, the Lakers would find their stride and put some space between them and the Wolves, using a dominant third quarter to pull away and build a lead they'd never come close to giving up. Final score, 120-106. Luka Dončić finishes with 31/11/11, with a pair of steals and a block. Austin Reaves was excellent as well, nearly finishing with a triple double of his own - 31/7/8, with only one turnover.
But those two had help. Deandre Ayton was excellent, with 14 points and 12 rebounds. Luke Kennard had 10 points, and Jake LaRavia was an inspiration, getting beat up left and right but still figuring out ways to contribute.
So in the end, the Lakers pick up a big win that leaves them sitting in fourth in a crowded Western Conference, winners of six of their last seven games and a chance to get another on Thursday against an extremely mid Bulls team.
All of a sudden the vibes have changed.
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SEGMENT 1: The Lakers get a big win vs. Minnesota.
SEGMENT 2: Luka and Reaves thrive.
SEGMENT 3: Finding a real stride defensively?
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Grading JJ Redick, Bench Players to Trust and More Mailbag Q's, Plus an LA Vs. Minny Preview
10 maart 2026 · 23 min
The Lakers have a huge game Tuesday night at Crypto.com against the Timberwolves, and we've got a preview to get you ready. What to watch for! Who to watch for! Keys to the game! Lees meer
Then, it's time to open up the mailbag. Listener Q's, including some coming live from the show broadcast at our Locked On Lakers YouTube channel:
Who do you trust on the bench?
Can Ayton step up in the postseason?
Will Austin Reaves outperform LeBron in the playoffs?
Grade JJ Redick.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
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Can the Lakers Build Momentum Vs. Minnesota, or was Sunday's Win a Fluke?
10 maart 2026 · 37 min
The Lakers rightly felt good about themselves following Sunday's win over the Knicks at home, playing arguably their best defensive game of the season, holding one of the league's best offensive teams under 100 points. Lees meer
For a team that had struggled mightily to play good ball against good opposition, it was a significant win in ways going beyond the standings. Now the challenge is to build on it, as another Western Conference contender comes to town. With a win over Minnesota, the Lakers could put themselves back in the top four in the Western Conference, and go a little farther not just in quieting the critics, but also giving themselves the sort of confidence boost that, if we're all being honest, would be beneficial.
Of course, who plays is a big question. LeBron James is listed as questionable, adding a bruised hip to his list of ailments.
Whether he plays or not, the Lakers will need big nights from Austin Reaves, who has been excellent in two games against Minnesota this year, and also supporting players like Deandre Ayton.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers are trying to keep momentum going.
SEGMENT 2: What to watch for vs. Minnesota.
SEGMENT 3: Playing baby LeBron 1-on-1? Plus PT for Adou Thiero?
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Does Sunday's Win Over New York Indicate the Lakers Better Without LeBron James?
9 maart 2026 · 21 min
The Lakers scored a big win Sunday over the Knicks, 110-97. It was quite possibly the best defensive game they've played all season. Many fans noted that LeBron James spent the game in street clothes (foot, elbow) and made a straight line connection to his absence and the results. Lees meer
So are the Lakers better off without LeBron?
Broadly, no. But are they less complicated? Probably.
And where does LeBron's presence have the most negative impact? It's not on the side of the ball people tend to look.
And the debate itself reflects how a certain section of fans has always felt about LeBron as a Laker.
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Lakers Defense Fuels 110-97 Win Over New York, Luka Dončić Scores 35, Austin Reaves 25
9 maart 2026 · 35 min
Lakers fans (and NBA observers) have spent much of the year discounting the team's fairly impressive record by noting that most of the losses have come against the league's more successful teams. Often in blowout fashion. When will LA beat good the good teams? Lees meer
Well, Sunday the Knicks rolled into Crypto.com Arena as a Certified Good Team, and the Lakers used great defense, consistent effort and good-enough offensive performances to grind out a 110-97 win. It wasn't perfect, and the Lakers benefitted from cold shooting by the New York. But that's true of almost every game across the league. The Lakers controlled this one more or less throughout. They used strong physical play to frustrate the Knicks and particularly Jalen Brunson, for three quarters at least.
In terms of individual performances, Luka Dončić paced the squad with 35 points. Austin Reaves came out aggressive and finished with 25. How important was Marcus Smart defensively? He was 1-10 from the floor, and finished a +26. Luke Kennard and Rui Hachimura combined for 25 points. The team put pressure on the rim, getting to the line 30 times, and kept turnovers (13) at a reasonable level.
The offense definitely bogged down -- you noticed the absence of LeBron James -- but it was a nice twist for the team to be bailed out repeatedly by its defense.
It's a nice confidence boost as the Lakers head into a stretch of very difficult games.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers win, over a good team!
SEGMENT 2: An aggressive Austin Reaves.
SEGMENT 3: Still need more from the offense.
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Luka Scores 44 Points in 3 Quarters, Lakers Cruise Over Pacers, 128-117
7 maart 2026 · 21 min
Sometimes your best player decides he's going to win the game early. Lees meer
That was Luka Dončić on Friday against Indiana. With the Lakers short LeBron James, Deandre Ayton and Maxi Kleber, Luka was in control from the jump, helping the Lakers get out to an early lead (despite some inconsistencies in the team's play) that they never gave up. For good measure, Donćić added nine boards and three steals. Austin Reaves was ice cold early, but rallied to finish with 19/5. Rui Hachimura, Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard all finished in double figures as well.
Was it an inspiring victory? It was not. But it was a palate cleanser for the Lakers after a disappointing loss Thursday in Denver.
Now the Lakers start a really tough stretch of games, beginning Sunday against the Knicks.
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What Can LeBron James Give the Lakers Down the Stretch and In the Playoffs?
6 maart 2026 · 19 min
Thursday, LeBron James passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all time leader in field goals. Impressive! And part of a string of records and "passed (player) to become (thing)" accomplishments he'll continue piling up until he quits. Lees meer
But while it's cool for the Lakers to have this stuff happen while he's wearing the purple and gold, the bigger question for this season is how his play, which has definitely improved after a slow start, can be a contributing factor to a strong stretch run and postseason. Since the calendar turned to 2026, LeBron has looked much more like the guy we've been accustomed to over the last two decades... but not totally that guy. Both the floor and ceiling are a little lower, the length of time he can control games a little shorter.
Still really good, but different. So what does that mean for the next 20 games, and what the Lakers still hope will be a real playoff run? What is LeBron able to add to that effort? And is he the player we should be talking about?
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