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After a mostly exciting week of preseason games, the biggest question for the Lakers largely center around the health of some of the top players, namely Walker Kessler. The big man has yet to suit up this preseason after jamming his finger during practice in the first week of…

First impressions are important. Whether it’s your appearance during a job interview, how your jokes land on a blind date or the execution of an offensive set in a team’s preseason game, a lot could be garnered from that first blink.

Some players sign a deal with a new team in free agency and start immediately envisioning how they will fit in with their new teammates. Others black out and start celebrating in a diner parking lot while listening to Snoop Dogg.

Although the Los Angeles Lakers’ marquee free agency signing, Walker Kessler, is yet to play through three preseason games after jamming his finger on the backboard during training camp, neither Kessler nor his head coach, JJ Redick, sound alarmed about Kessler’s availability.…

“Our focus has always been what we believe is the best for the Lakers…” That line came from a joint statement the Buss siblings released in August, as it became clear a battle was coming over the fate of the trust’s share in the Lakers. This week, the siblings made their stance…

LOS ANGELES — After popping out to the 3-point line following a ballscreen, Sandro Mamukelashvili caught the ball at the top of the key. As Kings center Maxime Raynaud ran to close out, the 6-foot-10 Mamukelashvili dribbled to the right, then put the ball between his legs before…

With Austin Reaves back in the lineup, the Lakers picked up their second win over the Kings this preseason, winning 114-110 on Thursday. LA built up a big lead with the starters and regular rotation members on the floor, then saw it dwindle away in garbage time to make the score…

After sitting out the first two exhibition contests, Austin Reaves will make his preseason debut against the Kings on Thursday. Head coach JJ Redick announced pregame that Reaves would return to the court, his first appearance since signing his big deal to return to the Lakers…

Luka Doncic is one of the biggest superstars in the NBA, but the Los Angeles Lakers guard has made a surprising admission about the eyes that come with his success.

The Los Angeles Lakers have high hopes this season, but with the Western Conference packing an even stronger collective punch now, there is not a path to success for the franchise if its key players are not fully healthy.

After losing LeBron James this summer, along with several key members of their supporting cast, the Los Angeles Lakers are being overlooked by much of the NBA community.

There are only two preseason games left for the Lakers this year, and we’re still unsure if we’ll get to see the full roster in action. To date, this past Thursday was the closest we got to seeing a full-strength Lakers team, as it featured both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

Last season, the Lakers were considered underdogs in the Western Conference. Even with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James, they lacked the same depth and firepower as elite contenders like the Thunder, Spurs, and Timberwolves.

LA Lakers legend Derek Fisher believes the team’s free-agent signing, Sandro Mamukelashvili, is the player who can reignite the team’s bench unit. Last season, the team struggled when key players like Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, or LeBron James went to the bench.

The Golden State Warriors have agreed to a five-year, $110 million extension with guard Brandin Podziemski.

The Los Angeles City Council honored former NBA star Russell Westbrook on Friday for all his contributions to the community over the years. Westbrook was presented with a certificate for his efforts, primarily through his “Russell Westbrook Why Not?

The center and guard have lingering injuries, and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will play in a game.

The Lakers will lean on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to lead the team this season, and they showed their on-court chemistry in a 114-110 win over Sacramento.

The five siblings call Jeanie's petition "legally and factually baseless" in a statement provided to The Times on Wednesday.

Adou Thiero had one of the few exciting moments for the Lakers in a 124-98 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors. He hopes to provide more this season.

Lakers star Luka Doncic puts on a show with Walker Kessler and Austin Reaves sidelined by injury in a 127-103 preseason win over the Sacramento Kings.

Matisse Thybulle says practice is sure to be tougher than games when he gets pushed by offensive savants Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.

The third-year point guard has worked to be a better communicator, facilitator and defender this summer and at training camp.

The veteran sports broadcaster and former KTLA sports anchor replaces the late Lawrence Tanter, who retired late last season because of health issues.

Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy are locked in a head-to-head for spot number 15 on the Los Angeles Lakers roster.

There is no one on a roster bubble around the league who can truly help the Los Angeles Lakers' frontcourt.

The Los Angeles Lakers traded Anthony Davis before this contract standoff happened, but he is healthy and already making a massive impact on the Wizards.

The Los Angeles Lakers clearly need a second-unit point guard, and Collin Sexton can keep Bronny James from being forced into an ill-fitting role.

The Los Angeles Lakers could really use Goga Bitadze on their roster, but he reportedly insulted Luka Doncic's family during an on-court scuffle.

The Los Angeles Lakers have shown promise this preseason, but this roster won’t be at its best until Walker Kessler returns.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia has responded to criticism in the most productive way: By putting in the work to improve.

The Los Angeles Lakers need to see Bronny James find a way to consistently beat defenses as a scoring threat.

The Los Angeles Lakers have seen some encouraging things through their first three preseason games after overhauling the roster this offseason. Notably, Luka Doncic looks to be in great shape once again and ready to lead a new era of Lakers basketball.

The Los Angeles Lakers have played three of their five preseason games, but new acquisitions Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton have yet to see the floor. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has continued to express that Kessler (finger) and Sexton (lower leg) are dealing with minor…

One area of the organization the Los Angeles Lakers have spoken about being a priority over the past couple seasons has been their player development. The franchise wants to be able to develop younger talent into real contributors at the NBA level.

In the Los Angeles Lakers’ first three preseason games, one bright spot unquestionably has been the play of Sandro Mamukelashvili. He has fit in well with his new teammates, which includes Austin Reaves, who made his preseason debut on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings.

There are a lot of minutes and rotation spots up for grabs for the Los Angeles Lakers in training camp and preseason, particularly on the wings. Players such as Ziaire Williams, Matisse Thybulle, Jake LaRavia, Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr are all battling to secure a rotation…

Five of Jerry Buss' six children filed their formal opposition in court on Wednesday to Jeanie Buss' petition to stop the sale of the family trust's remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.

Lakers coach JJ Redick raised eyebrows ahead of media day when he said the Lakers could become a championship-level team this season. Well, the franchise’s superstar echoes that sentiment.

The center and guard have lingering injuries, and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will play in a game.

It remains to be seen whether Walker Kessler (jammed finger) will make his preseason debut for the Lakers on Tuesday. “I would say we’re not committed to that,” Lakers coach...

Although the sample size is small, there are still emerging trends and choices worth taking note of.

Watch as Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Doncic buries a three-pointer from the logo to beat the expiring shot clock.

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Adou Thiero finished through contact with his left hand against the Warriors, earning a trip to the free-throw line for the three-point play.