According to Coop, LBJ finally has a young and reliable co-partner in Doncic who can shoulder the offensive load, allowing King James to stay fresh and at his peak when it matters most at the business end of the campaign. Thus, Cooper believes that the Purple and Gold have a much more realistic chance of contesting for the title than most realize.

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers fell 122–102 to the short-handed Atlanta Hawks, who were without Trae Young and several key players, as L.A. continued to play without LeBron James and Austin Reaves.

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Luka Doncic got 100% real on the Lakers' success despite the injury absences of LeBron James and Austin Reaves.

The Los Angeles Lakers are 7-2, are enjoying historic play from Luka Dončić, and have witnessed Austin Reaves evolve into a legitimate superstar.

The Los Angeles Lakers have produced a good showing early, despite having to overcome some early-season injuries.

Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly eyeing a reunion with former Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford to boost their roster around superstar Luka Donc

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

Preview the Los Angeles Lakers' NBA matchup with Atlanta, including betting odds, tips, trends, and game information.

The Los Angeles Lakers came out flat against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday and paid the price with a blowout loss.