Lakers' Deandre Ayton just won the most important NBA Award you've never heard about originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Dwight Howard ignited an online debate after offering a blunt take to restore the credibility of the NBA bubble ring.

Fan voting for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game is set to begin with Los Angeles Lakers stars Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves eligible.

Former NBA Champion reveals he nearly signed with the Lakers originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

A former NBA executive feels that two Lakers players are more likely than others on the roster to be included in a trade this season.

NBA insider Chris Haynes gave his thoughts on the Lakers’ NBA Cup banner following the Knicks’ decision not to raise one.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are still big favorites to repeat as champions, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moved back in front in the MVP race.

With three seconds left, Devin Booker fouled LeBron James. The NBA says this was correct. PHOENIX -- Devin Booker insists he didn't foul LeBron James with three seconds left in the Phoenix Suns' 116-114 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, though the league's official two-minute report shows otherwise.

“The New York Knicks will not raise an NBA Cup championship banner at Madison Square Garden, sources tell ESPN,” Charania reported. “The Lakers and Bucks raised banners for NBA Cup titles over the last two years. Knicks will celebrate with home fans Friday.”

During the Lakers' 80th season of existence (they were founded back in 1946 as the Detroit Gems in the National Basketball League), LeBron Wire is taking a look at each player who has worn their jersey, whether it has been a purple and gold one or the ones they donned back in the Midwest during their early years.