Deandre Ayton believes Austin Reaves is starting to figure out his game and has been dissecting him since he joined the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Lakers' Luka Doncic used his usual self against the Suns during his preseason debut, struggling in just one area.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar point guard Luka Doncic received a bold MVP prediction from Yahoo Sports' Kevin O'Connor ahead of the 2025-26 season. Doncic is set

This season will mark Los Angeles’ first full campaign with Luka Doncic after it acquired him from the Dallas Mavericks in February. Additionally, the Lakers made some other solid additions in the offseason, most notably veterans Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton, to help bolster their roster.

After a 51-point masterpiece, Austin Reaves delivered a 41-point sequel. But with no LeBron, no Luka, and no other ball handlers, the Lakers’ offense devolved into a chaotic kaleidoscope of 25 turnovers.

The Warriors, on the other hand, looked cohesive and dished off 29 assists while shooting 42.5% from 3-point range. Lakers coach JJ Redick said that his squad doesn't have what he called the "connective brain tissue" that the Warriors have been able to build.

The basketball gods can be cruel; Los Angeles Lakers fans know that. One night you’re celebrating with your team, the next you’re watching your season slip away piece by piece.

How to watch the NBA game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trailblazers, as well as tip-off time and team news.