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Lakers Navigate Tough Season with Aging LeBron, Trade Needs

11/22/2025

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Lakers face a challenging season with LeBron James, 40, leading.
Coach Byron Scott (Lakers coach) says minutes must be carefully managed to prepare for the playoffs.
Luka Doncic (Dallas Mavericks) and Austin Reaves (Lakers guard) have kept Lakers competitive, with Reaves at 28.1 points per game.
The team struggles from three and must add a reliable shooter by the trade deadline.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Lakers face a challenging season with LeBron James, 40, leading.
Coach Byron Scott (Lakers coach) says minutes must be carefully managed to prepare for the playoffs.
Luka Doncic (Dallas Mavericks) and Austin Reaves (Lakers guard) have kept Lakers competitive, with Reaves at 28.1 points per game.
The team struggles from three and must add a reliable shooter by the trade deadline.