There’s something different about this Lakers team right now. Something that feels less like a collection of talent and more like a group that actually believes.

After dispatching the Pacers with ease behind Luka Doncic's 44 points, the Lakers can show their playoff might Sunday against the New York Knicks.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Luka Doncic had 38 points and 11 assists, Austin Reaves added 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Los Angeles Clippers down the stretch for a 125-122 victory Friday night.

LeBron James further cemented his legendary status in the NBA by surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the all-time leader in career field goals. However, the historic achievement was tempered by a disappointing loss for the Los Angeles Lakers and a concerning injury to James's left elbow.

The stars came out for a sun-splashed Sunday afternoon in downtown Los Angeles. Inside Crypto.com Arena, the Lakers hosted the Knicks in a nationally televised showcase between two of the NBA’s most historic franchises — two cities that see themselves not merely as markets but as cultural capitals.

The New Orleans Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers meet Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET.

The New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers have announced their injury reports for Sunday's game in California.

An NBA journalist believes that a gifted New Orleans Pelicans big man should be on the Los Angeles Lakers' radar this summer.