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DENVER, COLORADO - OCTOBER 24: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball up the court in the first half of the NBA Opening night game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on October 24, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. 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 Tafoya/Getty Images)

Lakers prove they still aren’t on Nuggets’ level with Opening Night loss

Jason Reed

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Oct 24, 2023

Darvin Ham’s controversial coaching decision has Lakers fans up in arms

Jason Reed

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Oct 24, 2023

Former NBA bust drops ironically-bad Austin Reaves take ahead of Lakers-Nuggets

Jason Reed

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Oct 24, 2023

Is Jarred Vanderbilt playing tonight? Lakers vs Nuggets injury report

Jason Reed

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Oct 24, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 26: Steve Blake #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers fights for a rebound with Brad Miller #52 of the Houston Rockets during their opening night game at Staples Center on October 26, 2010 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 Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

5 best opening night moments in Los Angeles Lakers’ history

Cameron Salce

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Oct 24, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: Head coach Darvin Ham of the Los Angeles Lakers listens to LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers speak during the time out in the second half against Golden State Warriors during the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 12, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. lakers eliminated the Warriors, 122-101. 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Breaking down the 2023-2024 Los Angeles Lakers coaching staff

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Oct 23, 2023

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 09: Austin Reaves (L) #15 and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers talk during a break in the fourth quarter of their preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets at T-Mobile Arena on October 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Lakers defeated the Nets 129-126. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

NBA Most Improved Player Power Rankings: Where Austin Reaves stands

Jason Reed

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Oct 23, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 22: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers passes in front of Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter in game four of the Western Conference Finals at Crypto.com Arena on May 22, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers vs Nuggets preview: 3 role players who will determine the outcome

Jason Reed

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Oct 23, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 20: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets during the first quarter in game three of the Western Conference Finals at Crypto.com Arena on May 20, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

How the Lakers stack up in the Western Conference

Ed Schrenzel

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Oct 23, 2023

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5 marquee matchups that Lakers fans should circle now

Joaqin Valencerina

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Oct 22, 2023

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 26: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball against Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2023 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)

Lakers’ path to an NBA Championship just got a bit easier

Jason Reed

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Oct 22, 2023

May 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (5) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell (1) during the first quarter in game four of the Western Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope adds unexpected heat to Lakers-Nuggets rivalry

Jason Reed

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Oct 22, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 13: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers waits during a 129-125 loss to the Golden State Warriors in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 13, 2023 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. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Each Los Angeles Lakers player’s current NBA clone

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Oct 21, 2023

Oct 19, 2023; Palm Desert, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell (1) warms up before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports

3 crucial lessons Lakers fans learned during the 2023 preseason

Jason Reed

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Oct 20, 2023

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 02: Cam Reddish #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers during Los Angeles Lakers media day at UCLA Health Training Center on October 02, 2023 in El Segundo, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

These Lakers players’ stock plummeted during the 2023 preseason

Jason Reed

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Oct 20, 2023

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 09: Louis King #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks to pass as David Duke Jr. #6 of the Brooklyn Nets defends during the first half at Barclays Center on April 09, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Lakers’ Louis King signing is simply to replace this old fan favorite

Jason Reed

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Oct 19, 2023

Corey Kispert, Washington Wizards (Photo by Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images)

Lakers’ midseason sharpshooter trade targets to keep an eye on

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Oct 19, 2023

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers attends a 2023 NBA Summer League game between the Lakers and the Charlotte Hornets at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Knicks’ latest roster crunch gives Lakers a perfect hidden gem to sign

Jason Reed

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Oct 18, 2023

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 11: Head coach Darvin Ham talks with Jalen Hood-Schifino #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half of play against the Sacramento Kings at Honda Center on October 11, 2023 in Anaheim, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Projected Lakers depth chart and rotation entering regular season

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Oct 18, 2023

D'Angelo Russell, Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

1 Potential midseason trade partner for each Lakers player

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Oct 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 18: A general view of the Wilson branded game ball on the court during the second half of the game between the Washington Wizards and the Miami Heat at Capital One Arena on November 18, 2022 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

What is NBA Rivals Week? Explanation and history

Jason Reed

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Oct 17, 2023

Los Angeles Lakers Chemistry (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Each Lakers player’s distinct role for the 2023-24 season

Jordyn Bontrager

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Oct 17, 2023

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 11: Taurean Prince #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Honda Center on October 11, 2023 in Anaheim, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Lakers fans will finally get huge burning question answered vs Suns

Jason Reed

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Oct 17, 2023

Anthony Davis, Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

3 roadblocks the Lakers must overcome to win a title in 2024

Jordyn Bontrager

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Oct 16, 2023

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 11: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Honda Center on October 11, 2023 in Anaheim, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell is modeling his game after this bitter rival

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Oct 16, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 15: Damian Lillard #0 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket against Christian Wood #35 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of a preseason basketball game at Crypto.com Arena on October 15, 2023 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers revealed a harsh reality the Bucks have to swallow

Jason Reed

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Oct 16, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 13: Head coach Darvin Ham of the Los Angeles Lakers on the sidelines against the Golden State Warriors during the first half in a preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 13, 2023 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.

Darvin Ham frustrates Lakers fans with answer about fifth starter

Jason Reed

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Oct 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 13: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors laugh at center court before the start of ta preseason game at Crypto.com Arena on October 13, 2023 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.

3 critical lessons fans learned about the Lakers in loss to Warriors

Jason Reed

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Oct 14, 2023

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