Hours after Kobe Bryant's death, speculators were registering domain names connected to the tragedy. Merchandise tied to the Lakers legend is in heavy demand.

The Lakers are have a rating of plus-8.4 when LeBron James is the court, but it drops to a minus-0.1 when he rests, according to NBA.com.

In an attempt to keep the matter under wraps, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department quietly ordered deputies to delete any photos of the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash scene after a citizen complained that a deputy was showing the gruesome images at a Norwalk bar, two public safety sources with knowledge of the events said.

The Lakers parted ways with Troy Daniels on Sunday, allowing the guard to retain his eligibility for another team's playoff roster.

LeBron James finishes with a triple-double and shows off some moves in front of Zion Williamson during the Lakers' 122-114 victory over the Pelicans.

Markieff Morris wasn't very pleased with how he played against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans on Sunday, so the new Laker did something about it.

The Lakers worked out JR Smith and Dion Waiters on Monday as they began the process to fill their final roster spot, according to several sources familiar with the situation.

Anthony Davis sat down with a little over a minute left in the Lakers' contest against the Philadelphia 76ers, but he didn't stay on the bench for long. He'd done everything for the Lakers that night.

Lakers co-owner Jeanie Buss speculated about why Dwight Howard's first stint with the team didn't work out, but he is focused on the 2020 version of the team.

Lakers' Anthony Davis is partnering with First Entertainment Credit Union as their first official ambassador.

Lakers star LeBron James pulled up 36 feet and made a shot against the 76ers on Tuesday. How does he know when to shoot those: "It's just a feeling."

The Lakers plan to sign Dion Waiters on Friday to a minimum deal for the remainder of the season, according to people familiar with the deal.

Lakers star LeBron James on the prospect of games in empty arenas because of the coronavirus outbreak: "I ain't playing if you don't have the fans."

Dion Waiters has only played three games this season, but coach Frank Vogel says the veteran guard is "definitely a player that can help us."

The first Lakers-Clippers matchup, in October, was a spectacle. The second, on Christmas, was a thriller. On Sunday, it's likely a playoff preview.

In a game the Lakers had to win to show they can beat the Clippers, LeBron James gave everything he could to grab a loose ball they had to get.

Avery Bradley scored a season-high 24 points in the Lakers' win over the Clippers. He credits being 'in the gym every night' for his improved game.

Lakers star LeBron James revises his stance on playing game without fans, saying he'd do so if it's in the best interest of the franchise and the NBA.

The Lakers fought back from a late deficit to give themselves a chance but it wasn't enough as a last-second three-pointer by Anthony Davis didn't fall and the Nets walked away with the win.

The Lakers and the NBA are trying to deal with the coronavirus and how it might affect the rest of the season.

Even as the Lakers prepared to face the small-ball-playing Houston Rockets on Thursday, there was no getting away from talking about the coronavirus.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said teams will not play for at least 30 days and will not gather in groups through this weekend in wake of coronavirus outbreak.

Like millions of other Americans, the Lakers might have been exposed to the virus at work, specifically in their last game before the NBA suspended its season.

LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Lakers made a steady run to the top of the Western Conference. If the NBA season resumes, can they contend for a title?

Two players on the Lakers have tested positive for the coronavirus, the team confirmed.

Lakers star Anthony Davis announces a partnership with world's largest cold food storage company to help Staples Center employees find jobs during the coronavirus pandemic.

Catching up with the Lakers All-Star forward and what it's been like for him during the quarantine and continuing suspension of play.

The towel that Lakers legend Kobe Bryant wore over his shoulders after playing in the final game of his NBA career sold for more than $30,000.

LeBron James celebrates a report that ESPN will announce an April 19 debut for the 10-part Michael Jordan docuseries "The Last Dance."

Athletes, entertainers and others have an alternative way to connect with fans thanks to their cellphone and Cameo, a social media company.

Lakers star LeBron James tells reporters Wednesday that he's "proud of what we were able to accomplish to this point." He hopes to resume title chase if it's safe.

Former Laker and current Denver Nugget Troy Daniels can't do much basketball-wise right now because he doesn't have a home court.

Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram on Monday, the fourth anniversary of Kobe's 60-point farewell game, to share some heart-wrenching thoughts about late husband.

Kobe and Gianna Bryant honored during WNBA draft Friday. Gianna and two of her teammates that died in the helicopter crash with them were honorary draft picks.

A look at memorable sports moments from April 18, including Jerry West talking about stepping down from the Lakers' front office in 1998. He ended up lasting two more years.

Vanessa Bryant celebrated the anniversary of her wedding to her late husband Kobe by posting a photo and a heartfelt message on Instagram.

A look at what trainers and medical experts think about NBA players returning to games.

Lakers legend Magic Johnson and Clippers coach Doc Rivers are among those participating in an auction that's raising millions to help feed people during the COVID-19 pandemic.

NBA teams in states with relaxed or no stay-at-home orders will be allowed to open their facilities beginning May 1, but only for individual workouts.

The NBA has told teams they can reopen their practice facilities May 8 under certain restrictions if they are in a state where public health guidelines allow it.

It's been 50 years since Lakers great Jerry West made a 60-foot basket to send Game 3 of the NBA Finals into overtime. The Lakers lost that game and series.

LeBron James and Anthony Davis enjoyed a magical season together. In a summer lost to the coronavirus, no team loses more than the Lakers.

The NBA continues to review its options for resuming play, and that includes some form of finishing the regular season ahead of the playoffs.

If the NBA doesn't come back this season because of the coronavirus pandemic, here are the five biggest losers, starting with LeBron James

Stuck at home without a store-bought Easter egg kit due to COVID-19 and the coronavirus lockdown? No worries; there are lots of fun ways to decorate white and brown eggs in time for Sunday's search spree!

As the coronavirus pandemic become grimmer, young people are considering moving home with their parents and extended family. But that presents risks.

A baking boom is driving thousands of homebound Americans into their kitchens to knead dough and bake cookies as a way to cope with life under quarantine. Watch it play out on social media, particularly #baking Instagram.

It only takes a few ingredients to make your own hand sanitizer. And you might already have them in your medicine cabinet.

Model-car building is one of the old-school hobbies enjoying a resurgence during the pandemic lockdown. Haven't done that in a while? Here's where to find a kit and what to look for.

Ready, set, reframe: Instead of stressing out about coronavirus and the shutdown, let's use this time of social isolation to prioritize self-care and mental wellness.