Both the Lakers and the Magic are veteran powerhouses in the league, and the historical records and team cultures of these two teams are certainly noteworthy. This clash was not only a test of basketball skills but also a psychological battle.

Josh Giddey made a halfcourt heave at the buzzer to cap perhaps the wildest finish in the NBA this season, giving the Chicago Bulls a 119-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.

The night after beating the Pacers on a tip-in as time expired, the Lakers surrender nine points in the final 10.3 seconds in a stinging 119-117 loss in Chicago.

The match began intensely, with the Lakers launching a robust offensive. They quickly established a 7-0 lead, aided by Rivers’ impressive long-range shots. However, it was Doncic who started to dominate as the first quarter progressed.

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James has been spending his first NBA season splitting time between the NBA and the G League. With just 11 games remaining in the regular season, the Lakers are heading into a crucial stretch of their schedule.

This heartbreaking loss to LeBron and Luka's Lakers felt like confirmation, even in defeat: The Pacers are legit. Like, Eastern Conference Finals-good

Luka Dončić and the Lakers come home after a rough road trip. Kevin Durant and the Suns have struggled mightily in 2025.