After a win over the Bucks, Lakers head coach JJ Redick used the three‑day break to deliver a 21‑page analytical audit of the team. The report highlighted the squad’s organized, unselfish offense while flagging defensive lapses and turnover issues. Players like Jake LaRavia praised Redick’s clear, color‑coded charts, noting the data confirms the Lakers are performing well but have room to improve, especially on defense. The breakdown comes as Los Angeles prepares to face the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, aiming to fine‑tune adjustments ahead of the next stretch.
The Philadelphia 76ers announce Joel Embiid is out for Sunday’s 1 p.m. game against the Indiana Pacers due to plantar fasciitis, while LeBron James—who sat out the previous Raptors win for load‑management—returns to the active list. With Embiid, Dominick Barlow (back) and Adem Bona (neck) sidelined, James may log heavy minutes at center. Indiana also misses Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) and deals with injuries to Ben Sheppard, Johnny Furphy, T.J. McConnell (probable) and Aaron Nesmith (questionable). The Sixers will then face the Brooklyn Nets on Monday.
The Los Angeles Lakers need a backup center upgrade, and Sandro Mamukelashvili proves Brook Lopez would be a fantastic fit.
The Rams head into Week 10 against the Arizona Cardinals without wideout Puka Nacua, who lands on IR after a knee and toe injury that ended his 14‑catch, 150‑yard, one‑TD performance in the 20‑13 win over Washington. With Davante Adams and Jordan Whittington also sidelined, quarterback Matthew Stafford must lean on a reshuffled receiving corps. Tight end Tyler Higbee emerges as the primary option on intermediate routes, while Tutu Atwell, Konata Mumpfield, and newly promoted Brennan Presley add depth. The offense also contends with offensive lineman Steve Avila out, and several defensive players listed as questionable, including Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie. Stafford is healthy despite a reported elbow issue, making the distribution of targets the key storyline for the upcoming game.
The Los Angeles Chargers list wide receiver Ladd McConkey as questionable for Monday Night Football against the Baltimore Ravens due to a back injury. McConkey missed Thursday and Friday practices and was inactive after back spasms in the Week 9 win over the Houston Texans. He has 17 catches for 286 yards and one touchdown this season. If he’s sidelined, the Chargers could lean on Quentin Johnston, Tre Harris (who is now cleared) and KeAndre Lambert‑Smith for more targets. Final decisions will be made 90 minutes before kickoff.
The Los Angeles Rams promote cornerback Damarion Williams and long snapper Jake McQuaide to the active roster for Week 10. Williams, a 28‑year‑old former Ravens fourth‑round pick (2022), spent time with the Buccaneers and Seahawks before joining the Rams’ practice squad. He appeared in 14 games for Baltimore in 2022, tallying 24 tackles, a tackle for loss and two pass deflections. The move follows his collegiate success at Houston, where he earned honorable‑mention all‑conference honors and served as a two‑year team captain.
Due to season-ending injuries to Michael Wilson, Kendrick Bourne and Jalen Brooks, the Cardinals were previously entering the matchup with four healthy wide receivers, two of whom are rookies.
The NFL fines Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin $17,911 for an unnecessary‑roughness hit in the Week 9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, a game that ended 20‑13 on November 9, 2026. The penalty stems from a late‑second‑quarter contact on a Rams defensive player during a play where Matthew Stafford’s pass to Tutu Atwell was incomplete; no flag was thrown at the time. In the same matchup, Rams defensive back Emmanuel Forbes receives a $10,839 fine for a flagged roughness call.
A courtside photo taken by photographer Wally Skalij at the November 13 Clippers‑Thunder NBA game went viral after showing influencer Brittany Renner in a revealing outfit. Renner, who posted the image on X, confirmed her identity, prompting widespread online chatter. The game itself was a nail‑biter, with the Los Angeles Clippers edging Oklahoma City 113‑112 thanks to Darius Garland’s late three‑point play, while Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander tallied 40 points for the Thunder. Skalij, a celebrated sports photographer, originally shared the shot on Instagram, and it was later amplified by X user @goatcollect.
Dennis Rodman claims he could shut down Michael Jordan, saying “Jordan couldn’t score on me” during the Above the Rim podcast. He backs the boast with old game tape, noting his defensive role on the Pistons that stopped Jordan in the 1988 and 1989 playoffs, though the Pistons’ “Jordan Rules” and teammates shared the load. Rodman, a two‑time Defensive Player of the Year, also says he gave the same treatment to Scottie Pippen, while admitting his toughest matchup was Lakers star James Worthy. The interview revisits his fierce defense before he joined Chicago’s championship trio.
Lakers forward Ziaire Williams says former Grizzlies teammate Dillon Brooks shaped his NBA rise. After three seasons in Memphis, where Brooks mentored him on defense, Williams credits the "crazy" yet focused vet for his confidence and hustle. Now facing Brooks’s Phoenix Suns, Williams reflects on their rivalry and his own growth. He’s posting career highs—11.0 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.5 steals—and shooting 56.3% overall, 46.5% from three, while the Lakers sit 11‑2, tied for the league’s best record. The piece blends personal tribute with the upcoming matchup.
Panarin leads Los Angeles with eight goals and 11 assists for 19 points this season.
Sophie Cunningham's offensive workload was recently compared to Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic, but the Indiana Fever guard quickly shut the comparison down.
Backcourt rookie Keaton Wagler, the Clippers’ No. 5 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, earns a glowing endorsement from two‑time MVP Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander, who praises his feel, shooting and work ethic. Wagler is seeing increased minutes – 22.7 per game – and has posted 12.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 3.2 assists while shooting 34.8% this season. He’s scored in double figures over his last four outings, including a 14‑point effort in a 3‑8 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. With the Clippers perched at 3‑8 and eyeing a play‑in spot, they host the Hornets Sunday and the Jazz Tuesday, hoping Wagler’s growth fuels a turnaround.
The Packers, fresh off a 45-27 win over the Patriots, face a Week 10 showdown with the Vikings while star RB Josh Jacobs recovers from a broken right ring finger. Jacobs, who left the game after four carries, underwent successful surgery on Nov. 13 and could be back in 2‑3 weeks, avoiding IR thanks to the upcoming bye. He may return by Week 12 against the Rams or Week 13 versus the Saints. In his absence, second‑year back Kaleb Johnson stepped up with 68 yards and a touchdown, and coach Matt LaFleur has several other backs—including MarShawn Lloyd, Pierre Strong Jr., and Chris Brooks—to keep the offense balanced.
The Ontario Reign host the Abbotsford Canucks on Nov. 14 after splitting their last two meetings. Martin Chromiak (6 goals in 9 games) and Kenny Connors (8 points) return, bolstering the forward group. Rookie goalie Hampton Slukynsky is recalled from the ECHL after posting a 4‑0 record with a .944 save percentage, though the Reign will still carry three netminders. Erik Portillo is slated to start, while prospect Akil Thomas makes his season debut for Abbotsford after six years with the Kings organization. Notable scorers include Aatu Jamsen (4 goals in 6 games) and Koehn Ziemmer (5 total). The game tips off at 4:00 p.m. PT on FloSports, with a radio feed also available.
The Los Angeles Lakers sit 11-2 and lead the West, but assistant coach JJ Redick still delivers a reality check. After a 21‑page analytics audit, Redick broke down the team's strengths and flaws, praising their offensive organization while demanding a more physical, relentless defense. Rookie forward Ziaire Williams echoed the sentiment, noting the review shows both “good things and a lot of things to clean up.” With the Lakers eyeing an eighth straight win against Phoenix before a Sunday trip to the Suns, the audit highlights the push for improvement.
Gradey Dick made an impression in the Clippers’ win against the Thunder.
The Los Angeles Chargers need to overhaul the roster this offseason—but these four players may have a pathway back to the organization.
The Los Angeles Kings (5‑10‑2) host the Calgary Flames (8‑10‑1) on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 7 PM PT in a Game 18 showdown. Star winger Alex Panarin sits out for “family reasons,” while rookie forward Tyler Turcotte makes his debut. The preview breaks down the 12‑56‑40 betting line, provides the latest on forward Anton Gustafsson’s health, and covers goalie Jordan Kuemper’s upcoming 500th‑game ceremony. Tune in via ABTV, DAZN, KLAA, or the Kings’ apps for live coverage.
Barzal has missed almost the first two months of the new season due to a knee injury.
Veteran photographer shares a racy courtside shot from Intuit Dome.
The Dodgers are targeting two veteran relievers—right‑hander Jonathan Loaisiga and left‑hander Tim Hill—according to ESPN’s Jesse Rogers and the New York Post’s Jon Heyman. Loaisiga, who posted a 2.42 ERA over 67 innings for Arizona in 2026, is “getting closer” to a deal and could command a two‑year, $13 million contract. Hill, now 37, posted a 4.60 ERA in 58⅔ innings for the Yankees last season but remains a left‑handed option despite a rise in home runs allowed. Both pitchers draw interest from the Yankees, Mets, and other clubs, and could bolster LA’s bullpen after the loss of Evan Phillips.
The Pelicans may finally see Yves Missi back on the floor for Saturday’s game vs. Denver after missing 11 contests with a left knee contusion, while starter Trey Murphy III sits out his fourth straight game due to bilateral patellar tendinopathy. Across the league, Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is questionable after four games with an adductor strain, and Kawhi Leonard remains limited by left knee swelling, with a reassessment due early next week. Dallas guard Max Christie is doubtful with a left ankle sprain, and Orlando’s Noah Penda reports progress on a partially torn hamstring but has no return date. The early‑season injury wave continues to shape rosters and lineups.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly one of five teams chasing former Yankees reliever Jonathan Loáisiga, who posted a 2.42 ERA in 67 games for the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2026. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers says the Dodgers, Yankees and three other clubs are in the mix as Loáisiga, 32, becomes a hot free‑agent target after a solid rebound season following his 2018‑2025 stint with New York. With bullpen needs rising after Evan Phillips’ move to Atlanta, Los Angeles hopes his NL West experience can bolster their late‑inning options.