Ricardo Sandoval

Ricardo Sandoval

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Ricardo Sandoval is a freelance writer for On SI and a graduate of California State University, Northridge. He specializes in sports writing, with a focus on the NBA, MLB and NFL. He previously served as an associate editor for Dodgers Nation and has also covered the Celtics, Blazers, Pacers and Bucks for On SI.

Nov 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick watches game action against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Nov 16, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III (35) and Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II (2) battle for the ball during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Oct 24, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) and guard Luka Doncic (77) and forward P.J. Washington (25) and center Daniel Gafford (21) and guard Klay Thompson (31) huddle up during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Feb 20, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates victory over the Portland Trail Blazers with his son guard Bronny James (9) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Nov 15, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is making his case for the MVP.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) reacts after the game against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers have made a major roster move.

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In a shocking turn of events, the Los Angeles Lakers are terminating executives Joey and Jesse Buss from their representative roles in the front office.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick at press conference at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Minnesota Timberwolves head coach takes a massive shot at Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick.

Nov 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Utah Jazz in the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Former LeBron James rival urges him to come off the bench and accept a diminished role with the team.

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2), forward LeBron James (23), forward Rui Hachimura (28), center Jaxson Hayes (11), and Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) celebrate after scoring against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers have upgraded this key guard ahead of their matchup against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday.

Oct 9, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) speaks with guard Gabe Vincent (7) during the first half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick provides massive LeBron James and Gabe Vincent injury updates.

Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) and center Deandre Ayton (5) battle for the ball with Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a solid start to the season. Without their second-best player on the court, LeBron James, the Lakers have done a phenomenal jo

Sep 29, 2025; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during media day at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is set to join the team after being assigned to their G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers.

The Los Angeles Lakers could get some major reinforcements for their match on Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Apr 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) during the fourth quarter of game two of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has taken a key step towards returning to the court.

Nov 5, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) moves to the basket against San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton says how the Los Angeles Dodgers fueled him and the team against the Spurs while in attendance.