Year: 2021

Feb 14, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) blocks the shot of Denver Nuggets guard Monte Morris (11) in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Lessons and AD Achilles discussion from Denver loss

Anthony Davis injures Achilles in Los Angeles Lakers loss to Denver

Los Angeles Lakers: Reasons for and against pursuing Wayne Ellington

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Feb 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves to the basket and scores during the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: LeBron James and Anthony Davis must attack Denver

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: Owner of the Los Angeles Lakers Jeanie Buss speaks after the Los Angeles Lakers win the 2020 NBA Championship Final over the Miami Heat in Game Six of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

The Los Angeles Lakers have always known greatness

Feb 6, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) and guard Dennis Schroder (17) and head coach Frank Vogel listen as center Marc Gasol (14) speaks during a time out in the first half against the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

3 most surprising Los Angeles Lakers thus far in 2021

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots defended by Jonas Valanciunas #17 of the Memphis Grizzlies at Staples Center on February 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. 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. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Lakers Podcast: Memphis win showcases the Lakers’ greatness

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 07: Lakers owner Jerry Buss (R) and guest attend the 20th Anniversary Of The Magic Johnson Foundation Press Conference held at the Staples Center on November 7, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images)

Dr. Jerry Buss: The man who built the Los Angeles Lakers

Feb 12, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates in the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons trying to explain this win over the Grizzlies

Feb 12, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Montrezl Harrell (15) is defended by Memphis Grizzlies guard Dillon Brooks (24) in the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers survive slow start and run by Memphis Grizzlies to win

PORTLAND, OREGON - FEBRUARY 21: JJ Redick #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts in the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers during their game at Moda Center on February 21, 2020 in Portland, Oregon. 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. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why a JJ Redick trade will not happen

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - FEBRUARY 10: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets at FedExForum on February 10, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee.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. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Betting picks in home finale vs. Grizzlies

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Why the Los Angeles Lakers should fear the Memphis Grizzlies

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Kim Klement - Pool/Getty Images)

Why the Utah Jazz are no threat whatsoever to the Los Angeles Lakers

UNSPECIFIED - CIRCA 1983: The Los Angeles Lakers play-by-play announcer Chick Hearn calls the action during an NBA basketball game circa 1983. Hearn was a sportscaster from 1957-2002. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Nobody will ever come close to Chick Hearn

Feb 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder center Al Horford (42) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons on repeat embarrassing OT win over OKC

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 10: Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers is interviewed after the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center on February 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. 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. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Don’t worry, the 2021 Los Angeles Lakers are just fine

Feb 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Kenrich Williams (34) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers repeat listless play in OT win over Thunder (Again)

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 10: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers consoles Markieff Morris #88 during the first quarter of a game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on January 10, 2021 in Houston, Texas. 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. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 most disappointing players in 2021 thus far

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball defended by Hamidou Diallo #6 of the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center on February 08, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. 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. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Betting picks for second game vs. Thunder

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LeBron James could be the Tom Brady of the NBA if he keeps playing

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 01: Marc Gasol #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against Clint Capela #15 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at State Farm Arena on February 01, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Defending Marc Gasol from Los Angeles Lakers fans

Feb 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) high-fives Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (right) after scoring in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Ion the middle is Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (17). Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers are just starting to hit their stride

Feb 8, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel (right) greets forward LeBron James (23) during a timeout against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Thunder 119-112 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-A TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in an embarrassing OT win over OKC

Feb 8, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; A general view of a jump ball between Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Oklahoma City Thunder forward Darius Bazley (7) in the fourth quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-A TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers avoid an OT upset against the OKC Thunder

LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 27: Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes up to block a shot by Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Staples Center on December 27, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. 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 aImages License Agreement. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

Lakers: Kyle Kuzma has evolved into a defensive-minded role player

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 06: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers scores on a reverse layup in front of Mason Plumlee #24 of the Detroit Pistons during the first half at Staples Center on February 06, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE.

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