Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine take a deep look into the lakers resurgence and how the NBA board of governors could bring back a stolen franchise.

The latest edition of SI’s championship power rankings features a rising Lakers team, as well as the elimination of another Western Conference contender.

Lakers center Deandre Ayton admitted he was the reason for the Lakers struggles this season.

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for a future playoff run, the NBA legend Paul Pierce lacks confidence in their chances of winning.

The Lakers must maintain their status as a premier franchise in the NBA. By doing so, the team must have a face of their franchise. As the Magic caution towards keeping Banchero's contract, the Lakers can care less. Banchero is being paid about 20% less than LeBron James is right now. The Lakers make this deal and get a new star.

The Spurs and Lakers have seen their championship odds shorten, but the Thunder remain well in front.

Luka Doncic has been playing out of his mind. And he might not make the All-NBA first team? He has carried the Lakers to third place in the Western Conference. He leads the league in points (32.9 ppg).

The Lakers' LeBron James has finally set the record straight on rumors surrounding his potential bid for the Las Vegas expansion team.