SI

Los Angeles Lakers

Veteran point guard Chris Paul sends a cryptic message to Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick.
Ryan Ward|
Ryan Ward|
Thomas Carelli|
Ryan Ward|
Ryan Ward|
Hornets rookie had an eventful first quarter.
Kyle Koster|
The Los Angeles Lakers are making some noise ahead of the NBA trade deadline, with rumors starting to surface.
Ryan Ward|
The Los Angeles Lakers need to immediately call up the Golden State Warriors and make a Jonathan Kuminga trade happen.
Andrew Hughes|
Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Charlotte Hornets-Los Angeles Lakers matchup on Thursday night.
Peter Dewey|
So how did this buyer manage to secure a card for $28,000 that would eventually sell for more than $80,000 just 16 months later?
Jason Neuman|
USC’s presence in the NBA surfaced in an unexpected way during a recent Los Angeles Lakers game featuring former Trojan Bronny James. Lakers star LeBron James debuted a custom pair of Nike shoes that honored Bronny’s career at USC.
Teddy King|
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant's first signature Nike basketball shoe returns in the '81 points' colorway on January 22, 2026.
Pat Benson|
Two Baylor's men's basketball players land in first round of latest edition of ESPN's mock draft
Allen Barney|
The hobby comes through again with another chase. This year, Topps regained the license for basketball. Their next step is teaming up with an NBA superstar to produce incredible cards.

In Case You Missed it

The Lakers star will wear a special patch on the upper right-hand side of his jersey for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Latest NBA News

Ja Morant gave his clearest quote yet on trade rumors including his name and whether he wants to leave the Grizzlies.
Liam McKeone|
Anthony Edwards “loved” going toe-to-toe with Victor Wembanayama on Saturday night.
Liam McKeone|
Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Sunday, Jan. 18.
Peter Dewey|
Athleticism runs in the family.
Patrick Andres|
Victor Wembanyama explained the decision behind shaving his head bald.
Blake Silverman|
Brian Windhorst thinks the threat of a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade has put the trade market on hold.
Tyler Lauletta|
The guard’s willingness to guide, not dominate, has helped up-and-coming lead guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper flourish around Victor Wembanyama.
Chris Mannix|
Kings star Domantas Sabonis will play for the first time in 27 games on Friday night against the Wizards.
Michael McDaniel|
Lakers star roasted for complaining about calls.
Kyle Koster|
Green praised Kuminga for his demeanor amid a tough situation.
Michael McDaniel|
Ja Morant missed another game on Thursday. He’s out with a calf contusion as trade rumors swirl.
Stephen Douglas|
Jonathan Kuminga reportedly demanded a trade on Thursday.
Eva Geitheim|
The rookie suffered a left ankle sprain on Wednesday night.
Madison Williams|
Breaking down where Jonathan Kuminga could land after he demanded a trade from the Warriors.
Liam McKeone|
So far, Jordan’s NBC role as a “special contributor” has consisted of one chopped up interview with Tirico.
Jimmy Traina|
Leonard believes he's the same player all the time.
Michael McDaniel|
Jonathan Kuminga became trade-eligible on Thursday and demanded out from the Warriors shortly thereafter.
Liam McKeone|
Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Thursday, Jan. 15.
Peter Dewey|
New York big man got knocked down and took his time getting back up.
Kyle Koster|
Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg left the team’s game against the Denver Nuggets with a sprained ankle.
Blake Silverman|
Next