Ryan Ward

Joined: Jan 15, 2026

Ryan Ward is an NBA journalist and a credentialed reporter with more than 15 years of experience covering the league and the Los Angeles Lakers. He has written for ClutchPoints, Lakers Nation, Heavy, Rotowire and EssentiallySports. Ryan also produces a podcast and video content focused on the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA at large.

Sep 25, 2025; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka speaks during a press conference to preview the 2025-26 season at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Rumors

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic draws a line in the sand when it comes to the team potentially trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the second half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Following his 23rd NBA season coming to an end, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James addressed questions about his immediate future.

May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart (36) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) fight for position on the court in the first half of game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers suffered another crushing loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 as Rui Hachimura shined, OKC’s depth dominated and Los Angeles collapsed again after halftime.

May 7, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) talks to referee John Goble (10) after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick doesn't hold back when talking about how superstar LeBron James is treated by NBA referees.

April 7, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) moves the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Injuries

The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with some injury problems heading into Game 2 of the second round of the NBA playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) smiles on the court during the final seconds of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Injuries

Los Angeles Lakers sharpshooter Luke Kennard popped on the team's injury report ahead of Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Mar 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) and guard Austin Reaves (15) react during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic shared a strong message for Austin Reaves amid his recent struggles during the NBA playoffs.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) and the bench react against the Houston Rockets during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Injuries

Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic finally provides some insight on his recovery process and the difficulty of being stuck on the sideline.

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is finding it tough to get back to form since returning from an oblique strain that kept him sidelined for a month.

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is getting some criticism from an unexpected WWE Hall of Famer during the second round of the NBA playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Injuries

Oklahoma City Thunder players were shocked when they saw how gruesome Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt's finger injury actually was in Game 1.

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Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson reveals what he believes will be an issue to avoid for his former team against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the NBA playoffs.

Ryan Ward

Joined: Jan 15, 2026

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Lakers’ LeBron James Situation Gets More Intriguing After Latest Buzz

Rumors

New Lakers Report Reveals What Luka Doncic Doesn’t Want Included in Giannis Trade

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Lakers’ LeBron James Leaves Door Open for Major Career Decision This Summer

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3 Takeaways From Lakers' Game 3 Loss to Thunder

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JJ Redick Erupts Over What’s Happening to Lakers Star LeBron James

Injuries

Luke Kennard, Jarred Vanderbilt Receive Final Injury Designations for Lakers vs. Thunder Game 2

Injuries

Lakers Receive Concerning Luke Kennard Injury News Before Game 2 vs. Thunder

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Lakers’ Luka Doncic Sends Strong Message to Austin Reaves Amid Playoff Struggles

Injuries

Luka Doncic Finally Breaks Silence on Recovery, And Lakers Fans Won’t Like One Detail

Lakers' Austin Reaves Faces Major Question Heading Into Game 2

WWE Legend’s Wild Take on Lakers' Luka Doncic Is Turning Heads

Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt's Gruesome Finger Injury Gets Telling Reaction From Thunder Bench

Magic Johnson Points to Lakers’ Biggest Problem vs. Thunder