LA Lakers guard Luka Doncic ’s defensive struggles have been talked about amid the team’s struggles. NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony on Monday on his “7pm in Brooklyn” podcast highlighted an issue within the Purple and Gold’s rank that is behind the team’s defensive woes.

The Los Angeles Lakers displayed resilience and skill in their recent matchup, breaking a three-game losing streak with a decisive 141-116 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. This win, achieved during a back-to-back set of games in the 2025-26 NBA Regular Season, highlights the Lakers' ability to bounce back under pressure.

Christmas was not kind to the Los Angeles Lakers, who dropped their third game in a row after the Houston Rockets scored 119-96 road victory. Third-year pro Amen Thompson led the way for Houston with 26 points. Kevin Durant was right behind him with 25.

It's no secret that when Luka Doncic was taking his first basketball steps, he modeled his game after LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. About 15 years ago, when the skinny kid from Slovenia, who would later take over the basketball world, was growing up, the rivalry between King James and the Black Mamba was in full swing.

Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has quickly become the face of the Los Angeles franchise since arriving in purple and gold, taking the league by storm with his scoring, playmaking, an

Malik Monk made seven 3-pointers and scored 26 points to help the Sacramento Kings to a 124-112 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James compiled 31 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds, Luka Doncic added 27 points with 12 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers ended a three-game losing streak with a 141-116 victory over the visiting Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday.