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L.A Lakers, Golden State Warriors Risers Entering 2025 Playoffs In NBA Power Rankings

Denver still has the best player in the world in Nikola Jokić. With a exception of a down postseason from his running mate in 2024, Jokić and Jamal Murray are among the league's bigger playoff risers. And the Nuggets ending the season 3-0 under their interim coach could be more than the typical "new coach bump."

USA TODAY · 17h

Lakers vs. Timberwolves in 2025 NBA playoffs: Predictions, schedule, series preview

In perhaps the most anticipated first-round matchup, it's LeBron James and Luka Doncic vs. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves.

Fox Sports · 4h

2025 NBA playoff odds tracker: Who will emerge from first round?

The NBA postseason has arrived. The Play-In Tournament began on Tuesday, with a handful of teams looking to book a spot in the official playoff bracket. Can the Celtics defend their title? Will the retooled Lakers make a run to the Finals?

Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic and Dallas Mavericks

Bleacher Report · 10h

Luka Doncic Says It’s 'Sad' How Mavs GM Nico Harrison Has Spoken About Lakers Trade

Luka Dončić isn't a fan of the way Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison has addressed his surprising trade to the Los Angeles Lakers. "It’s just sad the way he’s talking right now," Dončić told ESPN's Malika Andrews. "I never said anything bad about him and I just want to move on."

Newsweek on MSN · 13h

Luka Doncic Had Violent First Reaction to Lakers' Trade

Ahead of the NBA trade deadline, one of the most shocking trades of all time occurred. Out of nowhere, Luka Doncic was shipped to the Los Angeles Lakers with Anthony Davis heading back to the Dallas Mavericks.

The New York Times · 13h

Luka Dončić cracked his phone after hearing Mavs-Lakers trade: ‘My heart was broken’

Luka Dončić had a strong reaction when he found out the Dallas Mavericks were trading him to the Los Angeles Lakers on Feb. 1. Upon learning of the shocking move a little before midnight, Dončić threw his iPhone, which resulted in a spiderweb of cracks along the back of the device.

Lakers sign Rob Pelinka to contract extension

Los Angeles Times on MSN · 13h

Lakers give Rob Pelinka a contract extension and new title

Terms of the deal were not disclosed but the general manager since 2017 is now president of basketball operations.

ESPN on MSN · 14h

Lakers sign Rob Pelinka to contract extension as president/GM

The Lakers have signed Rob Pelinka to a multiyear contract extension and added to his title by naming him president of basketball operations and general manager.

FOX Sports on MSN · 13h

Lakers extend GM Rob Pelinka, name him president of basketball ops

General manager Rob Pelinka has received a contract extension from the Los Angeles Lakers less than three months after he acquired Luka Doncic

LA Is Betting Central With Money

U.S. News & World Report · 17h

LA Is Betting Central With Money on the Lakers and Clippers as the NBA Playoffs Begin

The Lakers often attract large betting interest anyway, but the controversial midseason trade that landed Luka Doncic from Dallas has people emptying their bank accounts to put money on Los Angeles. And the money,

Yahoo! Sports · 1d

Magic Johnson Reveals Major Lakers Issue Before NBA Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers have had one of their most eventful seasons in recent memory, but the real work starts on Saturday night when they host the Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

FanSided on MSN · 17h

Lakers Forward's Future in Los Angeles Hinges on 2025 NBA Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers finished the regular season under first-year head coach JJ Redick with 50 wins, which was good enough for the Purple and Gold to win the Pacific Division and secure the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference Playoffs.

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Lakers Quietly Warned About NBA Officials Before Timberwolves Game

But of course, it won't be a cakewalk against Minnesota, with Anthony Edwards continuing to take his game to the next level.

Lakers-Timberwolves playoff preview: Can L.A. go center-less against Minnesota’s frontline?

The Lakers can counter by playing Hayes more, or even Vanderbilt for defense and rebounding, but those lineups haven’t been ...

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Lakers' Luka Doncic relishes chance to take on Wolves' Gobert

Lakers star Luka Doncic happily reminisced about his game-winning 3 over Wolves center Rudy Gobert in last year's playoffs ...

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Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards happy that Lakers are favorites in first-round series: 'I love it. It's dope'

Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has never been afraid to speak his mind, and on Wednesday, he shared his thoughts ...

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How Luka Doncic-LeBron James connection turned Lakers into legitimate NBA title contender

The trade for Luka Doncic and immediate connection he made with LeBron James has transformed the Lakers into legitimate title ...

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What's behind this stifling, confusing LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers defense

For months, the Lakers have confused and angered some the NBA's biggest offensive stars with a defensive scheme no one can ...

11hon MSN

Luka and LeBron must quickly find winning formula when Lakers face tested Timberwolves in 1st round

Less than three months after the trade that shook the basketball world, the Los Angeles Lakers are headed into their first ...

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