Shannon Sharpe has taken aim at Luka Doncic's on-court complaining, claiming that it is hurting the Los Angeles Lakers. Sharpe argues that while Doncic is busy begging for calls, the game continues, leaving the Lakers vulnerable on defense. He wants Doncic to follow in the footsteps of teammate LeBron James and cut out the constant pleas to referees. Doncic has recognized this flaw himself and hopes to work on it in the future.
Luka Doncic and LeBron James combined for 63 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to an impressive 113-109 overtime victory against the New York Knicks. The red-hot Lakers extended their unbeaten streak to eight games, with Doncic scoring 32 points and James adding 31. The Knicks, who were led by a stellar performance from Jalen Brunson with 39 points, were left to rue a potential win that slipped away in the final quarter. However, a late surge from the Lakers, including key three-pointers from James and Gabe Vincent, ultimately secured the win and continued their dominant form.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has always been known for his defensive prowess, but his lack of an outside shot has limited his playing time. However, this season he has been shooting 35% from deep, which is a career-high. Vanderbilt credits his hard work and trusting in his shot for this improvement, especially when playing alongside superstar players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Despite injuries slowing him down, Vanderbilt has continued to work on his shot and is now reaping the rewards. His improved shooting from the corners is providing a major boost for the Lakers, and he knows the importance of staying shot-ready.
The Lakers showed their resilience in a thrilling game against the Knicks on Thursday. Despite trailing for most of the game, they rallied back to tie the game in the fourth quarter and eventually win in overtime. Luka Dončić and LeBron James were both impressive, combining for 63 points, while Jalen Brunson's unfortunate injury added a somber note to the game. The Lakers have now won eight straight games since acquiring Dončić, proving their potential as a formidable team in the league.
New Zealand's Kane Williamson puts on a phenomenal performance in the Champions Trophy semi-final against South Africa, scoring a "terrific" century. UK viewers can follow live updates on the match which is only available to them. Former footballer Chris Sutton believes that Arsenal's dominant form makes them capable of winning the Champions League while basketball player Luka Doncic is in awe of LeBron James' 50,000 point milestone and commentary notes the intensity of local rivalries compared to their Dales equivalent.
In their highly-anticipated debut together on the Los Angeles Lakers, basketball superstars Luka Doncic and LeBron James did not disappoint, with their incredible passing and basketball IQ leading to a dominant win over the Utah Jazz. Center Jaxson Hayes was the biggest beneficiary, scoring 12 points with the help of Doncic and James' assists. Hayes praised the "extraordinarily fun" experience of playing with the two star players and their ability to create open shots for their teammates. Doncic's presence on the Lakers also allows for even more opportunities for Hayes to excel on the court, as he can use his athleticism as a rim-runner while Doncic's drives draw defenders away.
LeBron James put on a player-of-the-season worthy display at the Madison Square Garden on Saturday night as his Lakers defeated the Knicks. His triple-double night showcased his phenomenal abilities even at the age of 40, leaving close friend Lil Wayne to believe he might not be human after all. While Skip Bayless chimed in with his own praise, he couldn't resist reminding everyone that LeBron still pales in comparison to Jordan.
Tyler Herro's explosive performance in the third quarter, along with an impressive team effort, led the Miami Heat to a historic victory over the struggling Los Angeles Lakers. The Heat set a franchise record for assists and tied another record for 3-pointers. Meanwhile, LeBron James made history by surpassing Kyle Korver for the 7th spot on the all-time 3-pointer list. The Lakers continue to struggle with their sixth loss in eight games. Get the latest sports news out of Los Angeles and catch up on the teams like the Dodgers, Lakers, Angels, Kings, Galaxy, LAFC, USC, UCLA, and more.
The Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves face off in a battle of two Western Conference teams vying for a win streak. The Lakers, led by superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, have bounced back from a recent slump and look to continue their winning ways. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves are hoping to extend their own win streak after a victory in their last game, but must overcome a four-game losing streak prior to that. Fans can tune in for free on FuboTV or DirecTV Stream, or with promotional offers on Sling.
In their final group play game of the Emirates NBA Cup, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 101-93. Despite a strong effort from LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Thunder's defense proved to be too much for the Lakers to overcome. The game was a back-and-forth affair, but the Thunder were able to pull away in the final quarter to secure the win and advance to the knockout stage.