Lakers Analysis
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers drop games, fall to tenth
After key losses this past weekend, the Lakers fell to the tenth and last spot in the play-in in the Western Conference standings.
The NBA embarrassed itself with the ending of Lakers-Warriors
With all eyes on two of its legends in LeBron James and Steph Curry, the NBA revealed just how out of control things have gotten with replay reviews, embarrassing itself in doing so.
Timing is everything and it was all a mess for Lakers against Warriors
It wasn’t why they lost, but clock malfunctions during the closing minutes made for a bitter ending to a sour game for the Lakers on Saturday.
If the Lakers want to make a run, they’re going to have to finally beat the teams they should
With only 15 games remaining, the Lakers must take advantage of a generous schedule if they hope for a last-ditch surge.
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers squander opportunity, still stay ninth
The Lakers had another frustrating loss against an elite Western Conference team but stayed in ninth place thanks to some key results going their way.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Kings
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 120-107 loss to the Kings.
Lakers Notebook: 3 things we learned from the Lakers tour against top teams
The Lakers are coming off a five-game stretch against some of the NBA’s best teams and have not just emerged with a winning record, but have also provided lessons for the team they can be down the stretch.
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers rise to ninth seed
The Lakers had a great weekend winning their games and rising up in the Western Conference standings.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Timberwolves
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 120-109 win over the Wolves.
Film study: Spencer Dinwiddie’s game-winning block on Damian Lillard
Let’s take a closer look at how Spencer Dinwiddie shut down Damian Lillard to secure the Lakers a win over the Bucks on Friday.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Bucks
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 123-122 win over the Bucks.
The Lakers have a bench scoring problem
While the Lakers may have figured out the right starting lineup, it has come at the cost of production off the bench.
What happened to the Lakers’ defense?
It was defense, not offense, that was the Lakers’ backbone earlier in the season. Now it’s the cause of their back pain as they jostle for playoff positioning.
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers fall to tenth seed in the West
After a disappointing result against the Kings, the Lakers fall to the tenth and final play-in spot heading into the weekend.
Lakers' loss against Kings is another frustrating notch in this disappointing belt of a season
A good start ends in disaster for the Lakers as they lose an important game versus the Kings.
Despite roster continuity, Lakers are winning in a whole new way
Just like last season, but without a roster shakeup, the Lakers got on a winning roll as soon as they passed the trade deadline.
D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves are best friend goals
The duo of Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell reunited in the starting lineup and are showing off their friendship once again.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Thunder
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 116-104 win over the Thunder.
Impressive defensive showing gives Lakers banner win over Thunder
The old adage that defense wins games never rang more true than on Monday night in the Lakers' win over the Thunder
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers can move past Warriors
Despite a frustrating weekend, the Lakers can move past Golden State and gain ground on the higher seeds if things break their way.
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers continue to win but gain little ground
The Lakers took care of business this week, as did most of the West.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Wizards
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 134-131 win over the Wizards.
Reacts: Can the Lakers win the Western Conference?
The Lakers are still struggling to gain ground in the West, but some fans aren’t counting them out.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Clippers
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 116-112 win over the Clippers.
What seed will the Lakers finish in the Western Conference?
With a little over 20 games left, the Laker's fate is far from sealed, but where will they end up when the regular season ends?
Western Conference Standings Watch: Lakers need Eastern Conference teams to best the West
With the play-in standings being tight between the Warriors and Lakers, L.A. needs some Eastern Conference teams to beat their Western Conference foes this week.
The Lakers are shorthanded and just plain short
With key injuries to their bigger defenders, the Lakers’ collective size is getting pushed to its limits.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Suns
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 123-113 loss to the Suns.
How many games do the Lakers need to win to get the 6th seed?
Starting immediately, the Lakers need to rip off a string of wins in order to make good on their playoff aspirations.
Anthony Davis’ chase for an elusive Defensive Player of the Year award
Despite being widely considered among the NBA’s best defensively, Anthony Davis is still chasing his first Defensive Player of the Year award.
How Spencer Dinwiddie is positively impacting Austin Reaves
The addition of Spencer Dinwiddie has come with key benefits for the Lakers but his impact on Austin Reaves’ role may be the most crucial.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Spurs
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 123-118 win over the Spurs
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