Throughout the 2024-25 season, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has often spoke about building a team identity and raising the standard. In recent games, results were disappointing against the Los Angeles Clippers,

Hachimura is probable for Thursday's game against the Wizards due to left calf soreness, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Anthony Davis exited Tuesday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers, and it was quickly reported that he had an abdominal strain. Now, the Lakers star will miss at least one week as he recovers from that strain, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Jarred Vanderbilt's glorious return and back-to-back wins over the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors could have the LA Lakers in a pickle over Rui Hachimura.

Jan 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) drives past Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (33) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

NBA analyst Jason Timpf sparked an engaging debate on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday by posting a thought-provoking poll for Lakers fans.

The Lakers released their injury report for their upcoming game against the Hornets, and it included LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Hachimura missed his second consecutive game on Tuesday in Charlotte because of left calf soreness, while Vincent sat out because of left knee soreness.

Rui Hachimura shares his thoughts on the dynamics of playing alongside Lakers NBA stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Under the leadership of J.J. Redick, the Los Angeles Lakers are focusing on building a strong team identity and raising their level of play in the NBA.

Davis hasn't just given the front office a directionless mandate to improve the team — he has ideas on how it should be done, namely that the Lakers trade for a center so that he can slide to the 4, which he has long stated is his preferred position. Rob Pelinka, I hope you're listening.

This mock trade would give the Lakers not only a serviceable starting center next to Anthony Davis, but one who could be a game-changer.