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Denver Nuggets sweep Los Angeles Lakers to qualify for NBA Finals
The Denver Nuggets complete a series sweep over the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference finals to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time in their history.
May 23, 07:45
LA Lakers end Warriors' title defence, Miami Heat eliminate New York Knicks
The Los Angeles Lakers end the Golden State Warriors' NBA title defence with a 4-2 semi-final series win, while the Miami Heat eliminate the New York Knicks.
May 13, 08:05
Los Angeles Lakers, Atlanta Hawks advance to NBA playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks progress to the NBA playoffs with victories over the Minnesota Timberwolves and Miami Heat respectively.
Apr 12, 08:10
Joe Biden leads outpouring of tributes to NBA record-breaker LeBron James
Joe Biden, Rihanna and Magic Johnson are among those to pay tribute to LeBron James after the Los Angeles Lakers legend broke the NBA all-time scoring record.
Feb 8, 09:22
LeBron James breaks Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's all-time NBA scoring record
Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James becomes the highest scorer in the history of the NBA, breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's 39-year-old record.
Feb 8, 08:40
Golden State Warriors begin NBA title defence with LA Lakers win
The Golden State Warriors begin the defence of their NBA title with a 123-109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, while the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers.
Oct 19, 07:55
LA Lakers sack head coach Frank Vogel after playoff disappointment
Head coach Frank Vogel is sacked by the Los Angeles Lakers after a difficult 2021-22 season saw them miss out on a spot in the playoffs.
Apr 11, 22:13
LeBron James breaks all-time NBA scoring record in LA Lakers defeat
LeBron James breaks the all-time NBA scoring record for points in the combined regular season and post-season courtesy of a 26-point haul for LA Lakers.
Feb 13, 11:38
LeBron James breaks Kobe Bryant's NBA Christmas Day record
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James becomes the NBA's all-time leading scorer on Christmas Day, surpassing Kobe Bryant's record.
Dec 26, 11:03
LeBron James "hopes" to return against Boston Celtics
LA Lakers forward LeBron James is optimistic that he will be able to return from an abdominal strain in time for Friday's clash with the Boston Celtics.
Nov 18, 14:42
LA Lakers' LeBron James out for a week with abdominal strain?
The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly prepare to make do without LeBron James for the next week due to an abdominal strain.
Nov 5, 08:04
LeBron James plays down injury fears after Grizzlies win
LA Lakers forward LeBron James allays any fears of another serious injury after a scare in Sunday's win over the Memphis Grizzlies.
Oct 25, 14:01
Giannis Antetokounmpo hails "emotional" Milwaukee Bucks win over Brooklyn Nets
Milwaukee Bucks talisman Giannis Antetokounmpo hails an "emotional" evening as the NBA champions begin their title defence with a 127-104 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
Oct 20, 11:56
NBA roundup: Suns end Lakers' title defence, Nuggets beat Blazers
Anthony Davis only managed five minutes on his return from injury.
Jun 4, 08:03
NBA roundup: Denver Nuggets overcome Portland Trail Blazers
Meanwhile, Brooklyn booked their ticket to the next round.
Jun 2, 08:18
NBA roundup: Anthony Davis double-double sees Lakers beat Suns
The win ensured the defending champions edged ahead of the Suns 2-1 in their first-round playoff series.
May 28, 08:46
NBA roundup: Los Angeles Lakers rally late to level first-round series
The Californians had to hold off their resurgent hosts in the second half.
May 26, 08:19
NBA roundup: Devin Booker inspires Suns to win over Lakers
Devin Booker leads Phoenix Suns to victory over Los Angeles Lakers.
May 24, 08:38
NBA roundup: LeBron James provides game-winning three-pointer for Los Angeles Lakers
The San Antonio Spurs were knocked out of the post-season by the Memphis Grizzlies in the night's earlier game.
May 20, 08:13
NBA roundup: Atlanta Hawks secure playoff spot
The Hawks will be involved in the post-season for the first time since 2017.
May 13, 08:23
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