Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James ties Robert Parish for NBA’s games-played record

MIAMI — After playing Wednesday in Houston, flying through the night, not checking in to his Miami hotel until around 5 a.m. and receiving treatment on his arthritic left foot throughout the day, LeBron James suited up for the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 134-126 win against the Miami Heat on Thursday night and made history against his … Read more

Former first-round pick Kobe Bufkin rejoining Los Angeles Lakers

LOS ANGELES — The Lakers are signing former No. 15 pick Kobe Bufkin to a two-year deal, with a team option for the 2026-27 season, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Saturday. Bufkin has starred for Los Angeles’ South Bay G League affiliate and now rejoins the Lakers in his third NBA season to fill … Read more

LeBron James expects to stay with Los Angeles Lakers through season

NEW YORK —  With the NBA trade deadline approaching and several teams considered to be potential future destinations for LeBron James reportedly involved in talks to acquire star-level talent, James is still expected to finish out the season with the Los Angeles Lakers, league sources told ESPN on Tuesday. James’ longtime friend and agent, Klutch … Read more