Lowe's wild NBA predictions: Giannis' big decision, trades to watch for
Let's get wild! Here are some of the things that will (and won't) happen this season.
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3-2, 1st in Pacific
The Undefeated: Criticism of LeBron James' China comments rooted in bogus narratives
If James tweets about a black person being killed by cops, you can bet his silence on China will be mentioned
The Hoop Collective: Beal's Extension, Zion's Potential, Carsen Edwards
On the day of an "NBA-shaking" move, Brian Windhorst, Jackie MacMullan and Tim MacMahon discuss the Bradley Beal extension and how it affects the rest of the league. Plus, the crew breaks down Buddy Hield's pointed comments, the potential of Carsen Edwards (18:34), if Zion Williamson's preseason success will translate to the regular season (27:34), if Kyrie Irving is already dictating orders in Brooklyn (39:29), the underrated draft day trade that could alter the league for years to come and much more.
Lakers exercise 4th-year option on Kuzma
The Lakers have exercised their contract option on forward Kyle Kuzma for the 2020-21 season.
Ohm Youngmisuk ESPN Staff Writer
The Lakers have exercised their team option on Kyle Kuzma for the 2020-21 season.
McGee fakes injury then comes back on the court for the dunk (0:20)
Davis relieved to share load in Staples debut
Anthony Davis did plenty in his Staples Center preseason debut Wednesday night, but he shared the offensive load with LeBron James and his Lakers teammates. "It feels good knowing that you don't have to do much. Everybody has a role," Davis said.
Williams: LeBron will come back and torch opponents (1:43)
LeBron is about to go on his revenge tour (1:25)
LeBron: 'I'm born to have workload' (0:42)
AD photobombs LeBron's postgame interview (1:06)
LeBron, AD lead Lakers to blowout win vs. Warriors (1:43)
LeBron delivers ridiculous no-look pass to Green for 3 (0:32)
Pippen, Howard exchange back-to-back dunks (0:27)
LeBron sets up Howard for alley-oop (0:23)
Davis lobs to McGee for flush (0:17)
LeBron dishes to AD for slam (0:31)
Ohm Youngmisuk ESPN Staff Writer
Steve Kerr noted pregame how much size the Lakers have to throw at opponents with LeBron James, Anthony Davis, JaVale McGee, Dwight Howard and Kyle Kuzma.
Davis cleared, starts in Lakers' win vs. Warriors
Lakers big man Anthony Davis was cleared after suffering a thumb injury and started in Wednesday's preseason victory over the Warriors.
The Undefeated: LeBron James missed an opportunity with his comments about China
The NBA star used a lot of words to say nothing
Davis on injury: Thumb feels good (0:48)
Ohm Youngmisuk ESPN Staff Writer
Anthony Davis is cleared and will play tonight according to Frank Vogel.
LeBron, AD and the Lakers' quest for a title (2:08)
LeBron: I won't be talking about China situation again (0:58)
Inside LeBron James' and Adam Silver's make-or-break moments in China
The aftermath of Rockets GM Daryl Morey's tweet included torn-down banners, scrapped events and major fallout for the NBA, its stars and its commissioner.
2019-20 Pacific Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento | 3 | 2 | .600 | - | W3 |
| LA Lakers | 3 | 2 | .600 | - | W2 |
| Phoenix | 2 | 2 | .500 | 0.5 | L1 |
| LA Clippers | 2 | 3 | .400 | 1 | L1 |
| Golden State | 1 | 3 | .250 | 1.5 | L2 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game111.816th
Rebounds Per Game46.66th
Assists Per Game25.611th
Points Allowed113.510th
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2019 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2(16) | Talen Horton-Tucker | SF | Iowa State |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 37 | 45 | .451 |
| 2017-18 | 35 | 47 | .427 |
| 2016-17 | 26 | 56 | .317 |
| 2015-16 | 17 | 65 | .207 |