Christmas Day clash! Can the struggling Rockets overcome their road woes against a Lakers squad also seeking redemption?

JJ Redick called out an anonymous Los Angeles Lakers player for not knowing what a 'flood' is to express how poor the team's defense is.

When could Austin Reaves return? The Lakers issued a promising injury update as the guard inches closer to a comeback.

Reaves was originally listed as questionable for Tuesday's game. But he will play versus Phoenix, which will give L.A. a big boost. Austin Reaves has been upgraded to available for tonight against PHX, the Lakers announced. He will return after a three game absence because of a mild left calf strain.

The Spurs exposed the Lakers' fatal flaw in the NBA Cup. Here is why the Lakers' defense is a huge red flag in their title aspirations.

The Los Angeles Lakers are enjoying a high-powered big three that could only spend one full season together, with guard/forward Luka Doncic, guard Austin Reaves

Injuries heavily influence the Lakers vs. Suns clash on December 23, 2025. Los Angeles faces significant absences, including Luka Dončić, their top scorer, while Phoenix misses Jalen Green. Austin Reaves' return offers a boost for the Lakers.

Lakers starting center Deandre Ayton spoke about how the team has been able to withstand multiple injury issues to start the season.

Lately, the Lakers have seen Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura and Luka Doncic miss time due to injuries. Reaves and Ayton returned on Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns, but the team is still waiting on Hachimura and Doncic to recover enough to be cleared to play.