An interconference battle between Orlando and Denver highlights the night. The Nuggets sit second in the Western Conference with a 19-6 record, while the Magic have won 14 of their last 21 outings. Trae Young returns for Atlanta. The four-time All-Star makes his return to the Hawks lineup after a 22-game absence.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/lakers/onsi as Lakers Legend Shaquille O'Neal Has Harsh Truth for LeBron James.

Austin Reaves was named as a surprising trade asset as the Lakers continue to explore roster upgrades ahead of the deadline.

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly hanging onto their 2026 first-round draft pick as a potential trade chip toward landing Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The Los Angeles Lakers visit the Utah Jazz on Thursday, and if you're wondering how you can watch all the action live, you've come to the right place.

Dillon Brooks is averaging a career-high 21.6 points in his first year with the Phoenix Suns. He addressed his recent play vs. LeBron James, Lakers.

The Lakers will also be without starting guard Reaves (left calf strain) and starting center Deandre Ayton (left elbow soreness) on Thursday against the Jazz.

The Lakers nearly had a very different timeline under Darvin Ham as Bruce Brown confirms he nearly joined the Lakers.