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'LeBron James doesn’t deserve a team-mate like that!' Stephen A. Smith RIPS D’Angelo Russell for scoring 0 points against Nuggets

LeBron James attempted to lead the Los Angeles Lakers back on track against the Denver Nuggets in the third round of the playoff series game. Despite the loss, D’Angelo Russell bore the brunt of criticism for his scoreless performance, given his status as the franchise’s third-best player.

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10 NBA Stars Who Never Played Against LeBron James In The Playoffs

LeBron James has been a dominant force in the NBA for over two decades, making deep playoff runs almost every year. His presence on the court has defined an era, influencing countless games and series.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / 6 minutes ago

Leaked Video Captures Anthony Davis Giving Darvin Ham The 'Death Stare'

As the Lakers faced a daunting 0-3 deficit against the Denver Nuggets, tensions within the team reached a boiling point, culminating in a leaked video

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / 1 hour ago

LeBron James Carelessly Loses The Ball And Then Blames Taurean Prince For Turnover

In a critical moment during the 4th quarter of Game 3 against the Nuggets, LeBron James carelessly lost the ball and then seemingly shifted the blame to Taurean Prince. With the Lakers trailing and the pressure mounting, James received the ball casually and attempted to navigate through the Nuggets' defense.

D'Angelo Russell News / Larry Brown Sports / 5 hours ago

D’Angelo Russell likely to become free agent?

D’Angelo Russell is likely to become a free agent after this season, according to one reporter.

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / 2 hours ago

Lakers not making any starting lineup changes for Game 4 vs. Nuggets

Despite struggles from both D’Angelo Russell and Rui Hachimura in the playoffs, Darvin Ham is not planning any lineup changes for the Lakers in Game 4.

Los Angeles Lakers News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Draymond Green takes issue with ‘checked out’ D’Angelo Russell in brutal Game 3 loss

Draymond Green and Lakers fans agree on one of the major culprits of the Lakers’ lack of success against the Nuggets. D’Angelo Russell has struggled immensely in two of the first three games of the series, but Game 3 he was a net negative.

Rui Hachimura News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Rui Hachimura gets brutally honest on what Lakers lack vs Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the verge of getting swept out of the playoffs by the Denver Nuggets for the second straight season. Making those dire straits

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / 2 hours ago

Lakers Injury Report: Jarred Vanderbilt Out & Christian Wood Questionable In Game 4 Against Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets and Jarred Vanderbilt (right midfoot sprain) remains out while Christian Wood (left knee surgery) has been upgraded to questionable.

Darvin Ham News / FirstSportz / 51 minutes ago

'Find me anybody in the world!' Darvin Ham gets support from ex-NBA star over Lakers collapse against Nuggets

Darvin Ham and the Lakers are now trailing 0-3 versus the Nuggets. As they lost Game 3, there seems to be no pattern on which the Lakers can rely. The Nuggets have been dominating the Lakers since December 2022, and they might as well continue to improve their record, 12-0.

NBA News / FirstSportz / 21 minutes ago

'Winning is a lifestyle for us!' Nikola Jokic gives class response to going 11-0 against LeBron James’ Lakers

The Denver Nuggets have taken a 3-0 lead over the Los Angeles Lakers, as they look to sweep them on the road. Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon led the squad in Game 3, combining for 30 rebounds.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / 8 hours ago

Darvin Ham explains why he will not bench D’Angelo Russell

Los Angeles Lakers coach Darvin Ham is not planning to repeat his D’Angelo Russell tactic from last year’s playoffs.

Lakers running out of time to get revenge for Nuggets' trash talk

LeBron James on where he ranks Nuggets among toughest opponents

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / 2 hours ago

The Lakers have seemingly conceded they aren’t good enough to beat the Nuggets

Both Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves have spoken since the Lakers Game 3 loss to the Nuggets and aren’t providing much optimism for a comeback. For all intents and purposes, Game 3 was the breaking point for the Lakers against the Nuggets.

NBA News / Yardbarker / 48 minutes ago

Lakers running out of time to get revenge for Nuggets' trash talk

Before the season, Anthony Davis said he "couldn't wait" to play Denver again after their trash talk. But having now lost 11 straight to the Nuggets, the Lakers are on the verge of being swept again.

LeBron James as Lakers struggle: 'We're supposed to have anxiety'

Nuggets crush Lakers after halftime again to take 3-0 series lead

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LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / 1 hour ago

LeBron James On Lakers’ 3-0 Hole: ‘You Play Until The Wheels Fall Off’

LeBron James is trying to keep a positive mindset despite the Lakers’ 3-0 series deficit vs. the Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs. “It’s one game at a time, at this point,” James told reporters.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / 44 minutes ago

Report: Lakers’ D’Angelo Likely To Decline Player Option, Enter Free Agency

Los Angeles Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell is expected to decline the player option on his contract after the season and become an unrestricted free agent, per NBA insider Brian Windhorst of ESPN.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / 37 minutes ago

D’Angelo Russell ‘Likely’ To Opt Out Of Contract For 2024-25 Season

Last offseason, after getting swept by the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers chose not to make any major moves and instead retool around largely the same core that made that run.

Anthony Davis News / Lakers Nation / 53 minutes ago

Anthony Davis: Lakers’ Focus Is Winning Game 4 & Then Go From There

The Los Angeles Lakers remain unable to get over the hump when it comes to defeating the Denver Nuggets in a single game, let alone an entire series. Despite strong play on both ends by Anthony Davis, Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets ate getting whatever they want against L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / ClutchPoints / 1 hour ago

Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell destroyed for freezing cold take, Game 3 bench antics

Well that was quick. Only a couple days passed before fans rushed to retrieve their pitch forks, the ones usually reserved for Los Angeles Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / 55 minutes ago

Lakers Struggling Guard Expected to Decline Player Option

D’Angelo Russell hasn’t necessarily helped his stock through three playoff games against the Denver Nuggets. The same thing could be said in last year’s Western Conference Finals when his Los Angeles Lakers again met up with Denver which resulted in the Lakers getting swept.

D'Angelo Russell News / Yardbarker / 4 minutes ago