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LOS ANGELES — The star returned for the Los Angeles Lakers after missing the previous game with a non-COVID illness, but when LeBron James stepped onto the Crypto.com Arena court Friday night, he had to play without three more of his trusty mates and had to incorporate a new face…

The Lakers defeated the Hawks, 130-114, on Friday, and the tide has definitely turned for them over the past 10 days or so.

The Lakers finally got back on track with a strong performance versus the Orlando Magic on the road.

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis stood at the end of the Lakers’ introduction line dressed in all black, a smile on his face as he watched his teammates go through their pregame routine.

The Lakers competed hard against the Hornets, erasing a 16-point deficit, but their lack of defense ultimately did them in.

The Lakers just didn't have it on Wednesday versus the Kings, especially defensively and on the boards.

PHOENIX — The numbers on the scoreboard weren’t predetermined, but they were definitely predictable.

Without LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook and Austin Reaves, the Lakers simply had no chance against the Suns.

LOS ANGELES — Pregame Friday, Denver coach Michael Malone praised Anthony Davis, saying LeBron James’ insistence that the Lakers’ offense begins and ends with the team’s big man was the ultimate sign of respect.