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Lakers guard Luka Doncic will miss Thursday night’s game vs. the Raptors to be with the family after the birth of his second daughter.

The Sweet Reason Why Luka Dončić Isn't Playing in Lakers–Raptors

Madison Williams

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3 Hours Ago

Apr 24, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) grabs a rebound in front of Philadelphia 76ers center Dwight Howard (39) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Former Lakers Champion Makes Bold Giannis Antetokounmpo Pitch Amid Trade Buzz

Patrick Warren

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3 Hours Ago

Dec 1, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) controls the ball against the Charlotte Hornets during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Lakers Linked to Trade for Rim-Running Center

Jason Fray

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5 Hours Ago

Nov 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward/guard Luka Dončić (77) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Lakers Reportedly Eyeing Elite Two-Way Wing, Along With Warriors

Patrick Warren

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7 Hours Ago

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Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick at press conference at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

JJ Redick Sends Clear Message on Surprise Lakers Demotion Decision

Patrick Warren

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LeBron James and the Lakers are road underdogs in Toronto on Thursday night.

Lakers vs. Raptors Prediction, Odds and Best NBA Prop Bets for Thursday, Dec. 4

Ryan Gilbert

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Nov. 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts after a call during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at State Farm Arena.

Luka Doncic's fiancée's Anamaria is back in spotlight for birth of second child

Matthew Graham

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Dec 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) brings the ball up court against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Chandler Parsons Slams Lakers' LeBron James for Suns Game Decision

Patrick Warren

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Dec 3, 2025

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo closer to leaving Milwaukee?

Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Destinations: Five Landing Spots for Bucks Superstar

Ryan Phillips

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Dec 3, 2025

Dec 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) moves the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (23) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic Makes Hilarious Confession Ahead of Lakers vs Raptors

Patrick Warren

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Dec 3, 2025

Chris Paul and the Clippers are headed for a shocking divorce. Where will the point guard end up next?

Three Potential Landing Spots for Chris Paul After Unexpected Clippers Divorce

Liam McKeone

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Dec 3, 2025

Dec 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) gets the rebound against the Phoenix Suns during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lakers ‘One Trade Away’ From Contending, NBA Insider Claims

Patrick Warren

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Dec 3, 2025

May 8, 1997; Inglewood, CA; Utah's Antoine Carr puts up a shot between the Lakers' Kobe Bryant, Robert Horry and Elden Campbell during game 3 of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY NETWORK

Former Lakers Center Passes Away at Age 57

Alex Kirschenbaum

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Dec 3, 2025

Former Clemson basketball star Elden Campbell died at age 57.

Elden Campbell, Clemson’s All-Time Leading Scorer, Dies at 57

Madison Williams

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Dec 3, 2025

Nov 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77)

Rare Luka Doncic National Treasures Rookie coming to auction starting at $1

Dylan Brown

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Dec 3, 2025

Luka Dončić was honest about an upcoming matchup with the Raptors

Luka Dončić Gave Hilarious Response on Upcoming Game: ‘I Don’t Watch Much NBA, Sorry’

Blake Silverman

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Dec 2, 2025

LeBron James has missed 15 games thus far through his 23rd NBA season

LeBron James Gets Brutally Honest About the Difficulties of Playing at Age 40

Blake Silverman

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Dec 2, 2025

Nov 29, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts after scoring his 21,000th career point in the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Fiserv Forum.

Wild NBA Mock Trade Swaps Stars Between Kings, Lakers, Knicks & Bucks

Eric Sperlazza

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Dec 2, 2025

Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard brings the ball up the court against the Heat. The Clippers lost and dropped to 5–16.

Two L.A. Stories: Clippers and Lakers Going in Completely Opposite Direction

Chris Mannix

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Dec 2, 2025

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