The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be preparing for the most difficult version of their first-round series: one without either Luka Dončić or Austin Reaves. In a report, ESPN’s Dave …
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Brian Windhorst Believes LeBron James Still Wants The Lakers, Even If The Negotiation Turns Cold
by Len Werleby Len WerleBrian Windhorst’s read on LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers is not that of a superstar plotting an exit, but of a powerful player and a powerful franchise trying …
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NBA Freezes Awards Voting As Luka Dončić Eligibility Case Heads To Arbitration
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe NBA has effectively pressed pause on one of its usual postseason rituals, with awards voting delayed while Luka Dončić’s eligibility challenge moves through arbitration. According to reports from Marc …
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Stephen Curry, The Knicks, And The End Of Season Marketplace Snapshot Of The NBA
The NBA end of season retail report is a reminder that the league’s economy is powered as much by storylines as standings. Based on sales from NBAStore.com and Fanatics’ network …
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Luka Dončić’s European Rehab Offers Encouragement, But Not A Clear Return Date Yet
by Len Werleby Len WerleLuka Dončić’s recovery plan appears to be moving forward in stages, and the latest reporting suggests there is at least some reason for optimism; just not enough to declare a …
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The league’s 65-game requirement for major awards was designed to discourage load management and make stars show up more often. In principle, that is understandable. In practice, the closing days …
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Channing Frye’s assessment of Luka Dončić’s MVP candidacy was harsh, but it cut straight to the argument that has followed Dončić for years. Frye said, “I think Luka was having …
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Luka Dončić Looks To Europe For Recovery As Lakers Race The Playoff Clock
by Len Werleby Len WerleLuka Dončić is taking an aggressive step in an effort to beat the postseason timetable. After consultations with Lakers doctors and his own medical team, the Los Angeles star will …
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Luka Dončić’s Regular Season Is Over And Now The Awards Debate Gets Complicated
by Len Werleby Len WerleLuka Dončić’s regular season has come to an abrupt and damaging end, leaving the Lakers without their leading star for the stretch run and raising a second, more unusual question …
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OKC Turn Statement Game Into Rout As Lakers Lose Luka Dončić To Hamstring Injury
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe Oklahoma City Thunder did not just beat the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. They overwhelmed and dismantled them. Oklahoma City crushed Los Angeles 139-96, extending its winning streak …
