Film study: Spencer Dinwiddie's game-winning block on Damian Lillard
D'Angelo Russell scored 44 points, including 9 three-pointers, in a crucial game for the Lakers without LeBron James. Spencer Dinwiddie made a significant defensive play to secure the win for the Lakers. [ more ]
Stephen A. Smith Goes OFF on Lakers Star D'Angelo Russell for Viral Clip of Him Skipping Team Huddle: What a Disgrace'
Stephen A. Smith criticized Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell for ignoring the team huddle during a playoff game, emphasizing his lack of engagement and performance. [ more ]
D'Angelo Russell says Lakers 'did good things' against Nuggets in Game 2
The Lakers came close to beating the Nuggets in Game 2 but fell short due to a second-half comeback, with optimism from D'Angelo Russell for the next games. [ more ]
Lakers beat Pelicans, advance to face Nuggets in the playoffs
D'Angelo Russell's crucial performance leads Lakers to the playoffs with a win over the Pelicans despite tough opposition from Jose Alvarado and Zion Williamson's 40-point game. [ more ]
D'Angelo Russell says there's 'a lot of smiles' within Lakers: 'We have so much fun'
D'Angelo Russell led Lakers to victory with 25 points and 7 three-pointers, emphasizing team chemistry and fun off the court translating to success on the court.
Lakers' successful road trip, winning 4 out of 5 games, has boosted team performance and brought them to their highest winning percentage of the season. [ more ]
D'Angelo Russell's career night sends Lakers to huge win over Bucks
The Lakers responded well after a tough loss by beating the Bucks. D'Angelo Russell shined with a career-high performance. Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves also played critical roles in the victory. [ more ]
Report: Lakers 'probable path' is standing pat at trade deadline
The Lakers are planning to sit out the NBA trade deadline and focus on acquiring another star player in the offseason.
Recent strong performances and improved play from D'Angelo Russell have influenced the Lakers' decision to stand pat at the deadline and prioritize the summer. [ more ]
The Los Angeles Lakers traded D'Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets in 2017 due to a mismatch in their vision and Russell's role on and off the court.
Magic Johnson's comments about needing a leader negatively affected Russell's perception around the league and fueled his desire to prove himself as a leader. [ more ]
D'Angelo Russell is the most likely Lakers player to be traded due to his expiring contract and potential fit in a trade for Dejounte Murray.
Rui Hachimura and Jalen Hood Schifino are also potential trade candidates for the Lakers as they look to upgrade their guard position and address their roster's needs. [ more ]
Report: Lakers doing 'due diligence' in trade talks for Dejounte Murray, Tyus Jones, Terry Rozier, Bruce Brown
The Lakers are exploring ways to improve their team including changing the starting lineup and trade talks with players like Dejounte Murray, Tyus Jones, and Terry Rozier.
The Lakers had conversations with the Hawks about a trade centered around D'Angelo Russell, but the holdup was finding a third team for Russell and the sides may revisit the trade closer to the February trade deadline. [ more ]