The Lakers will look to improve the non-LeBron offense
Despite the presence of Anthony Davis, life without LeBron James has been less than impressive for the Lakers (except against the Warriors).
2020 ScheduleAll times ET
2020 Schedule
45-12, 1st in Pacific
- 1/3W 123-113
- 1/5W 106-99
- 1/7W 117-87
- 1/10W 129-114
- 1/11W 125-110
- 1/13W 128-99
- 1/15L 119-118
- 1/18W 124-115
- 1/20L 139-107
- 1/22W 100-92
- 1/23W 128-113
- 1/25L 108-91
- 1/28PPD
- 1/31L 127-119
- 2/1W 129-113
- 2/4W 129-102
- 2/6L 121-111
- 2/8W 125-120
- 2/10W 125-100
- 2/12W 120-116
- 2/21W 117-105
- 2/23W 114-112
- 2/25W 118-109
- 2/27W 116-86
- 2/29h:mm a z, US/Eastern
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AD, Lakers handle Warriors without LeBron (1:29)
Chihuahua hosts his own dunk contest ... no big deal (0:32)
LeBron gets fired up for AD's ridiculous save, Kuzma's and-1 slam (0:38)
Davis leads way in Lakers' seventh straight win, James out
Anthony Davis had 23 points and six rebounds in three quarters and the Los Angeles Lakers won their seventh straight game and NBA-record 18th in a row on the road against the Western Conference, beating the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors 116-86...
LeBron has no chill cheering on Draymond's ejection (1:27)
JaVale has another Shaqtin' moment on inbounds pass (0:28)
How can the Pelicans better defend LeBron? (0:55)
Hoop Collective: Tatum, Small Ball, Buyouts & More
Is Jayson Tatum's leap the new normal? Brian Windhorst, Jackie MacMullan and Tim MacMahon discuss his hot streak, then breakdown the Rockets and how small ball is working (11:20). Plus, why are the Jazz (26:00), Heat (33:00) and 76ers (38:00) all struggling? And who could be bought out and join the Lakers (44:00)?
Stephen A. sounds off on load management (1:24)
Do the Lakers need to load manage LeBron? (1:28)
5-on-5: Can LeBron catch Giannis for MVP?
Our NBA experts answer the big questions about the MVP race and other awards.
Kobe Bryant memorabilia up for auction
Some key Kobe Bryant memorabilia, including two of his Los Angeles Lakers uniforms and cement handprints from his induction into the Grauman's Chinese Theater hall of fame gallery, are going up for sale in April.
LeBron out vs. Warriors Thurs. with sore groin
LeBron James, coming off a 40-point night against the Pelicans, will sit out the Lakers' game against the Warriors on Thursday because of a sore groin.
Inside Zion vs. LeBron: Round 1 (1:46)
Why Stephen A. was unimpressed by LeBron's performance vs. Zion (1:54)
Whose rookie season reigns supreme: LeBron or Zion? (1:56)
LeBron's first duel vs. Zion ends with season-high 40 points (2:49)
MINI POD: Zion vs. LeBron
Zach and The Athletic's John Hollinger react to a highlight filled game between the Pelicans and the Lakers and discuss the potential playoff matchup between the two on the floor of Staples Center.
Zion bested by LeBron's 40, but earns his praise
LeBron James had the upper hand Tuesday night in his first matchup against Zion Williamson -- finishing with a season-high 40 points in the Lakers' 118-109 win -- but he still had plenty of praise for the Pelicans rookie.
Shaq's daughter nearly throws down... at age 13 (0:25)
LeBron's 40 bests Zion, sends Lakers past Pelicans 118-109
LeBron James had 40 points and eight rebounds in his first career meeting with Zion Williamson while leading the Los Angeles Lakers to their sixth straight victory, 118-109 over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night.
L.A. goes wild over Caruso's disrespectful block on Lonzo (0:50)
LeBron drills 3 over Zion, catches fire to force timeout (0:45)
LeBron adds flare to double-clutch slam (0:21)
2019-20 Pacific Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 45 | 12 | .789 | - | W7 |
| LA Clippers | 39 | 19 | .672 | 6.5 | W2 |
| Sacramento | 24 | 34 | .414 | 21.5 | L1 |
| Phoenix | 24 | 35 | .407 | 22 | L1 |
| Golden State | 12 | 47 | .203 | 34 | L8 |
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2019-20 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game114.87th
Rebounds Per Game46.36th
Assists Per Game26.26th
Points Allowed107.06th
Injuries
2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2(16) | Talen Horton-Tucker | SF | Iowa State |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 45 | 12 | .789 |
| 2018-19 | 37 | 45 | .451 |
| 2017-18 | 35 | 47 | .427 |
| 2016-17 | 26 | 56 | .317 |
| 2015-16 | 17 | 65 | .207 |