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The Lakers Are Better Without LeBron James

Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down how the Lakers are playing better without LeBron James in the lineup and if he could be benched during important stretches during the playoffs

Caitlin Clark's long-awaited return to the court caught LeBron James' attention.

LeBron James has missed three straight games for the Lakers and Los Angeles has won all three.

The Lakers have won three straight and are 14–7 on the season without The King in the lineup. Are they really better off when he isn’t on the floor?

The latest injury update for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James on Thursday night against the Chicago Bulls.

The latest injury update for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

James discussed the topic with Steve Nash on the pair's podcast, "Mind the Game."

James and co-host Steve Nash discussed the league's officiating landscape in the latest episode of "Mind the Game."

Bam Adebayo scored 83 points against the Wizards on Tuesday.

LeBron James and the rest of the NBA world couldn’t believe Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game.

LeBron James is in the midst of his record 23rd NBA season

‘When I’m done with this game, it’ll be a celebration of life and not of loss,’ LeBron James said of his eventual retirement.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James toppled yet another longstanding NBA record.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is now the NBA’s all-time leader in field goals made, surpassing the previous record which has been held by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for almost 37 years.

The Celtics would go on to beat the Cavaliers after this sweet moment between the two stars.

JT has returned, and even his opponents are proud of him.

Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson (2)

Rickea Jackson shared a powerful message after a turbulent past few months.

LeBron James says his daughter Zhuri won’t be playing basketball.

His wife Savannah is “done with basketball,” so Zhuri will focus on volleyball.

LeBron James said some encouraging words to Zion Williamson after the Lakers win over the Pelicans.

James likely knows better than anyone how to deal with comments from Stephen A. Smith.

San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama is a great prop target on March 1.

Breaking down the best prop bets for the NBA action on Sunday, March 1, including a pick for San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

The latest injury update for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James on Sunday night against the Sacramento Kings.

James Madison is favored against Louisiana in the second round of the Sun Belt Championship.

Breaking down the odds and best bet prediction for Sun Belt Championship action between Louisiana and James Madison.

Cavaliers guard James Harden, 36, acknowledged after the game that retirement is coming soon.

Harden was asked how much longer he anticipates playing after a 22-point outing against his former team, the Nets.

The latest injury update for Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets.

Darius Garland hasn’t played since Jan. 14

Darius Garland is set to make his debut for the Los Angeles Clippers Monday after he has been sidelined since Jan. 14.

James will be a free agent in the summer.

Byron Scott is ready for Bron to move on.

The latest injury update for Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden on Friday night against the Detroit Pistons.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James is a solid prop target on Feb. 24.

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Tuesday, Feb. 24.

LeBron James shoots over Jaylen Brown in the latest Lakers loss.

LeBron James says things between himself and Jaylen Brown are good despite the Celtics’ star’s comment about Bronny.

James Harden suffered a fractured thumb during the Cavaliers’ win over the Knicks.

Cleveland moved to 6–1 since the trade for Harden with a 109–94 victory over New York.

The Cleveland Cavaliers could be without James Harden due to a fracture in his right thumb, but it hasn't changed their NBA Finals odds.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is a solid prop target on Tuesday night.

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Minnesota Timberwolves-Los Angeles Laker battle on Tuesday.

Heat center Bam Adebayo outscored the Wizards 31–29 in the first quarter.

Adebayo was absolutely unstoppable early in Tuesday’s Heat game against Washington.

Jordan appeared on NBC on Sunday in a new installment of 'MJ: Insights to Excellence.'

Mirra Andreeva smashed her racket after losing the second set tiebreaker against Katerina Siniakova in the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

Katerina Siniakova defeated Mirra Andreeva (4-6, 7-6(5), 6-3) on Monday in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells on Monday. Andreeva, the Russ

Nov 19, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; WNBA player A'ja Wilson shows off her Miami Heat Bam Adebayo jersey before the game between the Miami Heat and the Golden State Warriors at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson has a new benchmark to reach for thanks to Bam Adebayo's record night for the Miami Heat.

Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns controls the ball against the Clippers during the second half on Monday.

Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns continue to produce, but turnovers and a thin bench leave the Knicks searching for stability.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic is a solid prop target on Tuesday.

Breaking down the best prop bets for the NBA action on Tuesday, March 10, including a pick for Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic.

Derrick White has been an unheralded hero for the Celtics, who are just 2 1/2 games back of the Pistons for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference despite missing Jayson Tatum for most of the season.

Kenny Atkinson touted White’s impact, as Boston rounds into form with the return of Jayson Tatum.

Jayson Tatum is back in action for the Celtics after tearing his Achilles last May.

Boston’s title chances get a boost, and another Eastern Conference squad falls off SI’s list of top contenders.

Cooper Flagg scored 18 points Thursday in his first game back from injury

Cooper Flagg became the second fastest player in NBA history to reach 1,000 points in his return from injury.

Jarace Walker and the Pacers are road underdogs against the Lakers.

Indiana Pacers vs. Los Angeles Lakers betting odds, how to watch, injury reports, and NBA picks and props for Friday, March 6.

Fever superstar Caitlin Clark will be wearing jersey No. 12 while representing Team USA in the FIBA Women’s World Cup this March.

Clark, who has worn No. 22 at Iowa and on the Indiana Fever, is switching it up at the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant loves the NBA’s current luxury tax format.

Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant says the NBA’s luxury tax aprons are the reason for a tight playoff chase this season.

The mother of Rickea Jackson sent a strong message after Rickea returned to Unrivaled for the first time after the James Pearce Jr. arrest.

Luka Dončić and JJ Redick’s sideline confrontation has gotten a lot of attention this week but the Lakers’ true issues lay elsewhere.

The Lakers’ problems this season do not include the relationship between JJ Redick and Luka Dončić despite the viral clip of their sideline interaction this weekend.

Anthony Gordon (left) and Lamine Yamal headline the fixture.

The two clubs already produced a thrilling contest in the Champions League league phase.

Cole Palmer (middle) was at his brilliant best the last time Chelsea faced PSG.

The Blues dominated Paris Saint-Germain when they last met in the 2025 Club World Cup final.

PSG have eliminated Chelsea the last two times they’ve face off in the Champions League knockout rounds.

Reigning champions PSG host the only team that denied them a piece of silverware in 2025 to kick-off a mouthwatering tie.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the NBA in made free throws per game this season.

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr ripped the NBA rules that allowed Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to attempt 15 free throws in a win this weekend.

James Rodríguez is one of the most established players to sign in MLS ahead of the 2026 season.

The Loons have not set a debut date for the Colombian superstar.

Pep Guardiola’s men secured their fourth victory over the Magpies in 2026.

Felix Nmecha has chosen to stay where he is.

The German midfielder was attracting interest ahead of the summer.

Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs went undefeated in February.

In this week’s NBA championship power rankings, one team has been eliminated from the field as the rest separate themselves as true title contenders.