Doncic had missed the past three games with a sprained left finger and a lower left leg contusion, while Smart sat out the previous two games because of a right quadriceps contusion.

Lakers reserve center Jaxson Hayes spoke about the team’s bench and their energy and how it changes the game this season.

Let's take a look at five players off to slow five-game starts, ranked from the least concerning long-term to the most concerning.

Luka Doncic returns to the Lakers' lineup after LA upgraded him to probable on Friday morning, having been battling a finger ...

The loaded slate of NBA Cup games on Friday, Oct. 31 continues with the Los Angeles Lakers taking on the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn.

LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers became a question mark during the 2025 NBA offseason. James' reported unhappiness with the Lakers tracks back to the addition of Luka Doncic to the ...

Rookie Noa Essengue did not play a single minute in the first week of the season as the Chicago Bulls started 4-0. Why isn’t the No. 12 pick playing yet?

It hasn't been a great week so far for the Minnesota Timberwolves or the Charlotte Hornets. So while there have been glitches ...

Ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers ' game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Deandre Ayton says he looks forward to the NBA Cup 's heightened level of competition. The timing is perfect, as Ayton's ...

Knueppel’s place in the starting lineup is secure as long as Brandon Miller (shoulder) is sidelined. Now, Charlotte takes on the Timberwolves and Jazz this weekend. Utah has allowed the most ...

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally found their third star to pair with Lebron James and Luka Doncic: Austin Reaves. He took ...

The Los Angeles Lakers received positive injury news as Luka Dončić and Marcus Smart are both listed “probable” to return.