Already boasting two of the best ballhandlers in the NBA on their roster now that LeBron James has returned, the Los Angeles Lakers aren't in the market for another point guard to play behind Luka Dončić.

However, that's where Richard Jefferson pulled the brakes. While he considers the Purple and Gold an upper-echelon team in the Association, he also believes they are a step below the usual suspects for the Larry O'Brien Trophy, namely the Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick said LeBron James was physically all good following the win against the Utah Jazz.

LeBron James recently made history yet again, debuting against the Utah Jazz for a record-breaking 23rd NBA season. Year after year, fans, analysts, and even fellow players have marveled at his longevity and continued excellence,

After new Lakers owner Mark Walter unceremoniously fired Jesse and Joey Buss on Thursday, the now-axed older brother, Jesse, came after Jeanie for issues he saw in the franchise, which was sold for $10 billion in June. Jesse, the former assistant general manager, revealed that he has zero communication with Jeanie or general manager Rob Pelinka.

During the Lakers' 80th season of existence (they were founded back in 1946 as the Detroit Gems in the National Basketball League), LeBron Wire is taking a look at each player who has worn their jersey, whether it has been a purple and gold one or the ones they donned back in the Midwest during their early years.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- The LA Lakers defeat the Utah Jazz, 140-126, at Crypto Arena on November 18th, 2025 and The Sporting Tribune's John Panganiban was there to capture the following TST Images:

LeBron James had 11 points and 12 assists in the first game of his unprecedented 23rd NBA season, and Luka Doncic had 37 points and 10 assists in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 140-126 victory over the Utah Jazz.

NBA star Luka Doncic spoke about how the Los Angeles Lakers will adjust when LeBron James returns to their lineup.

As Parsons himself admitted, defending the likes of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves without fouling is a tall task. There's a reason why these guys are fouled a lot. They are aggressive and dig deep into their bag, eventually forcing the defenders to commit fouls.