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Lakers Game Observations: Game 8 @ Trail Blazers

Nov 4 •

Early Season Signals: The Trend of Ball Pressure Continues

Observations from Lakers–Blazers, Mavericks, and other games

Oct 28 •

Lakers Game Observations: Game 3 @ Kings

Luka injury aftereffect notes, Austin Reaves is him, and Ayton delivers on the DominAyton vs. Sabonis prediction.

Oct 27 •

With LeBron Sidelined, It’s Deandre Ayton’s Turn to Do More

Building a case for why it might actually work — with one almost unbelievable stat to back it up.

Oct 17 •

Preseason Notebook

Lakers rotation, Reaves, Ayton, Vando, and more… plus notes on AD, Cooper Flagg, and the Mavs.

Oct 13 •

What LeBron James’ Injury Means for the Lakers

A recipe for survival built on encouraging lineup data, lessons from Luka’s past when carrying an extended workload, and how James’ absence will reshape…

Oct 10 •

First Preseason Impressions and a Thank You Bonus for All Subscribers

Lakers lost again in preseason but there were positives, and tonight we finally see AD and Cooper Flagg together.

Oct 6 •

Can the Lakers Build a More Aggressive Perimeter Defense? Three Arguments For, One Against

Why the Lakers’ new defensive identity depends on three wild cards.

Oct 3 •

Media Day Highlights: Luka, LeBron, the Lakers, and eyebrow-raising news from Dallas

Plenty from the Lakers’ Media Day, refreshed Luka, and a few surprises in Dallas.

Sep 30 •

Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick 2025-26 Season Opening Press Conference: Key Takeaways

From Luka’s routine to Redick’s extension, optionality, and sharing the ball

Sep 26 •

Around Basketball: Quick Notes Edition

Thoughts on improved Luka Dončić, Deni Avdija, P.J. Washington’s extension and the Mavericks’ offseason, plus the Clippers in trouble

Sep 5 •

EuroBasket Chronicles: Luka Dončić, the Superstar Without Borders

Fans from Germany, Italy, and Poland share their Luka stories, plus highlights from Slovenia’s last two games

Sep 2 •

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