In 2018, the Dallas Mavericks took Shake Milton, a 6-foot-5 guard, out of Southern Methodist University with the No. 54 pick in the NBA draft. He was promptly traded to the Philadelphia 76ers, and by his second or third season in the league, he started to establish himself as something of a spark plug off the bench.

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that forward LeBron James will play in Friday night's game against the Milwaukee Bucks after being originally listed as questio

The Los Angeles Lakers have been exploring an interesting trade deal with Sacramento Kings as their needs intensify.

Trade talks are heating up for the Los Angeles Lakers. Dillon Brooks is a name being discussed. The Lakers want to add a strong defender. Brooks fits the bill. He can guard top players. This would help LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

Friday, Jan. 9, 9:30 p.m. CST, Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California TV: FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin, Spectrum SportsNet

The Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans meet Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET from Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The Los Angeles Lakers have spent weeks drawing scrutiny for their inconsistency, defensive lapses, and internal tension. On many nights, they look like a team headed toward a major shakeup. Yet the standings tell a very different story.

Rui Hachimura’s return appears imminent as the Lakers continue a cautious rehab approach, with his absence highlighting depth issues.