OCTOBER 17, 2025 • USATODAY.COM
Jaxson Hayes wants to play with Luka Doncic on Slovenian national team Lakers center Jaxson Hayes said after Wednesday's preseason game that he wants to play alongside Luka Doncic on the Slovenian national team.
"The character of this team is special, and that's what wins" – When Kobe Bryant predicted the 2017 Eagles' Super Bowl triumph Kobe Bryant perfectly predicted the Eagles’ 2017 Super Bowl run.
OCTOBER 17, 2025 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET
Jason Kidd just confirmed the lineup tweak Mavericks fans dreamed of all summer Mavericks fans will be excited about this potential tweak to Jason Kidd's rotation.
OCTOBER 17, 2025 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM
Western Conference teams dominate NBA championship betting with season on the horizon
The Western Conference is so strong that its championship might feel like the real NBA FinalsOCTOBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press
Lakers' JJ Redick praises Mavericks' Cooper Flagg, talks NBA comparison | Sporting News JJ Redick sees Cooper Flagg as a one-of-a-kind player.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Marcus Smart - Slated to suit up Friday Smart (rest) is in line to play in Friday's preseason finale against Sacramento, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Lakers are set to deploy their normal rotation in Friday's exhibition finale. With LeBron James (sciatica) out for at least a few more weeks, Smart is one of several candidates to replace James in the Opening Night starting five.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Jake LaRavia - Set to play in preseason finale LaRavia (rest) is set to play in Friday's preseason finale against the Kings, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Impact While he didn't play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Mavericks, LaRavia is primed for action Friday. The forward is looking to make one final case for a significant rotation spot for Opening Night.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
