After Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Reddick revealed LeBron James is close to making a return for his regular-season debut, Hall of Fame forward and ESPN analyst Charles Barkley downplayed his injury due to sciatica. For Barkley, it's the Lakers' nice way of giving James time to adapt to his older figure.

The Lakers barely edged out the Timberwolves, winning 116-115, and now hold a 3-2 record. They’ve been navigating the season without their longtime star, LeBron James, who has been out since the preseason.

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton didn't return in the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies due to back spasms.

Ja Morant is not happy following the Memphis Grizzlies loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA cup.

Shams Charania reveals a major update on LeBron James’ uncertain Lakers future as NBA free agency looms, raising questions about what’s next.

Discover how Austin Reaves is leading the Lakers as he approaches a potentially massive contract offer after five games.

Shaquille O'Neal joins "The Rich Eisen Show" to discuss whether or not LeBron James and the Lakers can make the playoffs this season.

The Los Angeles Lakers face the Minnesota Timberwolves in a regular season NBA game on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 (10/29/25) at Target Center in Minneapolis.