Luka Doncic opens up about LeBron James’ return and the excitement building inside the Lakers locker room as his comeback nears.

Austin Reaves hit a game-winner to lead the shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers to another win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

No Luka, LeBron or Reaves? No problem against Portland for LA, which has built tremendous vibes in its locker room so far.

The Blazers are an explosive young team that has played some solid basketball to start the year, even in the midst of losing their head coach to gambling allegations, with a 1-2 record. Like the Lakers, they are also on the second night of a back-to-back after a 114-107 loss to the Clippers on Sunday.

LeBron James, who has missed each of the Los Angeles Lakers ’ 11 games to start the NBA season, is practicing with the South Bay Lakers, the franchise’ G League affiliate. Coach JJ Redick said Tuesday,

The Lakers saw their five-game win streak come to an end Saturday night after failing to capitalize on a thinned out Atlanta lineup.

Lakers game preview, start time, where to watch, and what to watch for and threads for their road against the Kings