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• JJ Redick praised Deandre Ayton, Jaxson Hayes for ‘phenomenal’ defense in Game 6

With the Lakers trying to disrupt Alpern Şengün’s game, Jaxson Hayes and Deandre Ayton stepped up and delivered....2026
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• Deandre Ayton Embracing Defensive Battle With Rockets

Deandre Ayton has found a different kind of rhythm in these playoffs, and it’s coming on the defensive end. While much of the focus has been on how the Los Angeles Lakers have slowed down Kevin Durant, the work being done inside against Alperen Sengun has been just as important. Ayton, alongside Jaxson Hayes, has […] The post Deandre Ayton Embracing Defensive Battle With Rockets appeared fir...2026
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• How To Watch Jazz Vs Lakers, Live Stream, TV Channel, Predictions

The 2025-26 NBA regular season reaches its final day this Sunday, April 12, as the Los Angeles Lakers host the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Los Angeles (52-29) enters the night as the 4th seed in the Western Conference, having already clinched the Pacific Division title. Meanwhile, the Jazz (22-59) arrive in Hollywood looking to finish a developmental year with a signature road win. The La...2026
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• Lakers’ fading fast, now face fight to hold home court

The Lakers didn’t have much of a chance. And it showed quickly. Los Angeles ran into the Thunder on Tuesday without Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart and Jaxson Hayes. That’s essentially four starters and a key big, all sidelined, against the top team in the league. Result? A 123-87 loss. Not particularly […] The post Lakers’ fading fast, now face fight to hold home cour...2026
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• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to easy 123-87 win over injury-depleted Lakers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 points and eight assists, and Isaiah Joe hit six 3-pointers in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 123-87 victory over the injury-depleted Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night. Jared McCain scored 15 points and Chet Holmgren had 15 points and 10 rebounds for the NBA-leading Thunder, who swept the season series against the Lakers with their sixth straight victory and 18th in ...2026
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• Lakers interested in re-signing Jaxson Hayes, Luke Kennard, Rui Hachimura this offseason

The Lakers have a lot of decisions to make in free agency and have interest in bringing back a host of current players....2026
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• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to easy 123-87 win over injury-depleted Lakers
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• LeBron James Returns From Injury, Embraces Reduced Role In Lakers' Win Over Bulls
LeBron James returned from a three-game absence Thursday and delivered a direct answer to critics questioning his willingness to adapt around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, scoring 17 points with seven rebounds and seven assists on just 13 shot attempts in the Los Angeles Lakers' 142-130 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Doncic and Reaves combined for 51 shot attempts while James deferred throughout...2026
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• JJ Redick Issues Strong 2-Word Response to Jaxson Hayes Becoming Lakers’ Primary Center After Deandre Ayton’s Knee Injury
JJ Redick praised Jaxson Hayes after his 19-point outing, expressing confidence in him to start if Deandre Ayton misses time with a knee injury....2026
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• Houston Rockets vs. Washington Wizards game preview

The Houston Rockets head to the nation’s capital to take on the Washington Wizards tonight. With Washington’s injury list (see below), Washington’s mascot G-Wiz might have to play some minutes for the home team. He’s still recovering from the cheap shot that Jaxson Hayes gave him earlier this season. March is generally the month where […]...2026
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• Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes ‘day-to-day’ with bruised ankle

Lakers backup center Jaxson Hayes’ status is being considered “day-to-day” after imaging on his right ankle revealed a “little bruise,” coach JJ Redick told reporters after Monday’s practice. Hayes played five first-half minutes during Sunday’s home loss to the Celtics before the team ruled him out of halftime because of a right ankle injury. Jaxson......2026
• Jaxson Hayes Explains Himself & Apologizes For Mascot Incident

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes is putting an unusual and viral moment behind him after serving a suspension for an altercation with the Washington Wizards’ mascot. The incident, which took place before Los Angeles faced Washington on Jan. 30, quickly circulated online after Hayes was seen shoving the mascot to the floor during pregame […] The post Jaxson Hayes Explains Himself &...2026
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• How to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs, livestream providers, international coverage

The matchup scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026, between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, serves as a primary case study for these shifts. As the center of a "Peacock NBA Monday" doubleheader, this contest is part of what NBC Sports has termed its "Legendary February," a month-long celebration of top-tier athletics including Super Bowl LX and the 2026 Wi...2026
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• Jase Richardson Replaces Jalen Duren In Dunk Contest; NBA Brings Back Shooting Stars Competition

Jalen Duren is set to miss the dunk contest at All-Star weekend due to a knee injury suffered on Thursday. Duren, who also sat out Friday's game against the Knicks due to right knee soreness, will be replaced by Jase Richardson. Jaxson Hayes, Carter Bryant, and Keshad Johnson complete the competition, with Mac McClung skipping the event this year. The NBA also revealed that it is bringing back t...2026
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• Ugly mascot incident shows NBA was too soft on Lakers center Jaxson Hayes

Wednesday, Jaxson Hayes got suspended one game for assaulting an NBA mascot. That's one more than he got for assaulting his former girlfriend....2026

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"The NBA is reopening an investigation into a 2021 incident involving Lakers center Jaxson Hayes after TMZ published a video of it Saturday."

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"The Lakers have agreed to a two-year deal with Pelicans free agent Jaxson Hayes, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski."

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"LeBron James was shoved hard by Pels center Jaxson Hayes as he made his way to the rim […] The post VIDEO: Lakers’ LeBron James eats flagrant shove from Jaxson Hayes that pissed off Anthony Davis appeared first on ClutchPoints."

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"New Orleans Pelicans big man Jaxson Hayes was arrested last week after an altercation with police and was later treated for injuries."

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"Pelicans rookie Jaxson Hayes issued an apology late Friday night after a video circulated on social media of Hayes directing a derogatory comment at the NBA."

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"Texas' Jaxson Hayes has NBA scouts intrigued over his potential"

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• LeBron James Returns From Injury, Embraces Reduced Role In Lakers' Win Over Bulls
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• 2026 NBA Dunk Contest: Contract and Salary Info for Carter Bryant, Keshad Johnson, Jaxson Hayes, Jase Richardson
Breaking down contracts and 2025-26 salaries for the four players in the 2026 NBA Dunk Contest field in LA....2026
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• How to Watch NBA All-Star Saturday 2026: Complete Guide to All Events, Schedule & Streaming

On Saturday, February 14, 2026, fans are in for an unforgettable night of hoops entertainment. Whether you're a die-hard NBA fanatic or just catching the highlights, All-Star Saturday delivers jaw-dropping dunks, clutch three-pointers, and incredible shooting displays. The AT&T Slam Dunk Contest will have you jumping out of your seat. The State Farm 3-Point Contest brings the heat from downtown. A...2026
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• NBA Slam Dunk Contest: How to watch, streaming details and participants for All-Star Saturday night event

While the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend will introduce some tweaks to its format, much of the festivities will stick to tradition. One thing that remains unchanged is NBA All-Star Saturday Night, a marquee event that never fails to captivate basketball fans worldwide. A key ingredient in the Saturday night spectacle is the Slam Dunk Contest, which consistently serves as a show-stopping finale. Over th...2026
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• How to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs, livestream providers, international coverage
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• Lakers center Deandre Ayton to miss game tonight against Clippers

Jaxson Hayes will start in Ayton's place. The team also announced it signed forward Drew Timme to a two-way contract while waiving center Christian Koloko....2025
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• NBA rumors on Al Horford, Jonathan Kuminga, Josh Giddey, Chris Paul

Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images Here’s the latest from the NBA free agency rumor mill. Al Horford just turned 39 years old, but he’s still effective enough to be ranked him as the best unrestricted free agent currently available on the market. The veteran big man continued to be a valuable piece for the Boston Celtics last season as a high-volume three-point shooter in the front court ...2025
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• Teams Demand High Trade Prices For Centers As Lakers Turn To Deandre Ayton

After teams around the league demanded high trade prices from the Los Angeles Lakers for available centers, Rob Pelinka turned to Deandre Ayton after he cleared waivers from the Portland Trail Blazers. The Lakers held approximately $8 million from their midlevel exception while watching center options like Brook Lopez and Clint Capela sign elsewhere on the opening night of free agency. Teams with ...2025
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• Lakers agree to terms to bring back Jaxson Hayes

The Lakers will bring back the free-agent center after agreeing to a one-year contract for him to return to the team....2025

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• Luka Doncic scores 43 as Lakers hold off late Pacers rally

LeBron James, Austin Reaves and Jaxson Hayes each score 20-plus points to end a six-game road trip with a fifth victory....2026
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• Luka Doncic scores 43 as Lakers beat Pacers 137-130 with Caitlin Clark snapping photos
Luka Doncic scored 43 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 137-130 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. With Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark snapping pictures on the sideline as a credentialed photographer, Doncic sank 15 of 30 shots and hit 9 of 10 free throws. Austin Reaves scored 25 points, LeBron James scored 23 and Jaxson Hayes had 21 points and 10 rebounds for Los Ang...2026
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• LeBron James Returns From Injury, Embraces Reduced Role In Lakers' Win Over Bulls
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• How to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA game: Tip-off time, cable channels, RSNs, livestream providers, international coverage
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• Jase Richardson Replaces Jalen Duren In Dunk Contest; NBA Brings Back Shooting Stars Competition
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• Lakers' Jaxson Hayes has been suspended 1 game for pushing Wizards mascot 'G-Wiz'
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes received a one-game suspension on Wednesday for pushing the Washington Wizards' mascot before a game last week. Hayes pushed the mascot “G-Wiz” during pre-game introductions ahead of the Lakers’ 142-111 win on Friday. Hayes had 10 points, three rebounds, an assist and a steal off the bench....2026
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• Jaxson Hayes, Carter Bryant To Enter Dunk Contest
The Los Angeles Lakers' Jaxson Hayes and San Antonio Spurs' Carter Bryant have accepted invitations to enter the Slam Dunk Contest at All-Star Weekend. Hayes is averaging 6.4 points and 4.0 rebounds on the season. Bryant is averaging 2.5 points and 1.7 rebounds in his rookie year. Three-time winner Mac McClung will not participate in the competition this year. All-Star Weekend will take place from...2026
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• Ugly mascot incident shows NBA was too soft on Lakers center Jaxson Hayes
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• 1 trade for all 30 NBA teams to fix the whole league for Christmas

Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images Are all these trades legal under the NBA Collective Bargaining Agreement? Yes. Will every team involved hate them? Quite possibly. The holiday season is about rebirth and renewal. It’s a moment of reflection, when we are all afforded a chance to improve ourselves in the new year. Many people vow to go to the gym more, to quit smoking, to b...2024
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• JJ Redick: Lakers ‘aware’ of NBA investigation into Jaxson Hayes
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has confirmed the team are aware of the NBA’s domestic disturbance investigation into Jaxson Hayes. The league’s investigation into Hayes surrounds a video from 2021 that has surfaced, showing an altercation between him and his former girlfriend. The victim, Sofia Jamora, appears to be handled by Hayes before […] The post JJ Redick: Lakers ...2024
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• NBA Reopens Investigation Into Lakers Player Over 2021 Domestic Incident: VIDEO
The NBA has reopened its investigation into a 2021 incident involving Lakers center Jaxson Hayes after TMZ released a video showing a physical and verbal altercation between Hayes and his former girlfriend, Sofia Jamora. “Following the media report and posted video this morning, we are reopening our investigation,” NBA spokesperson Mike Bass shared with ESPN. […] The post NBA Reo...2024
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• VIDEO: Lakers’ LeBron James eats flagrant shove from Jaxson Hayes that pissed off Anthony Davis
The clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans has major play-in implications on the line. That’s why it’s no surprise that things got a little heated in as early as the opening quarter. LeBron James was shoved hard by Pels center Jaxson Hayes as he made his way to the rim […] The post VIDEO: Lakers’ LeBron James eats flagrant shove from Jaxson Hayes ...2022
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• Pelicans' Hayes faces 12 charges after July arrest

New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes was formally charged with domestic violence, resisting arrest and battery against a police officer stemming from his arrest last summer in Los Angeles, court records show....2022
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• Pelicans' Jaxson Hayes formally charged with 12 counts stemming from July arrest in Los Angeles
The Pelicans said in a statement that they are working with the NBA on the matter...2022
• Lakers star LeBron James takes second flagrant shot on hard slap from Pelicans’ Brandon Ingram
Boy, LeBron James sure is taking a beating against the Pelicans tonight. Earlier in the game, the Los Angeles Lakers star was shoved by center Jaxson Hayes, resulting in a flagrant one call on Hayes. In the second half, James drew another flagrant foul against the Pels, this time from a former teammate of his. […] The post Lakers star LeBron James takes second flagrant shot on hard slap from...2022
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• VIDEO: Jaxson Hayes ejected over flagrant shove of Jae Crowder during Suns-Pelicans Game 3
What seemed like a harmless 1-8 series has turned into a testy tussle in the Western Conference first round. That applies quite literally in Game 3 between the New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns. Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes was caught decking Suns veteran Jae Crowder right after a made basket. He was slapped with a […] The post VIDEO: Jaxson Hayes ejected over flagrant shove of Jae Crowd...2022
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• Pels' Hayes sentenced to probation in L.A. case

Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes was sentenced Tuesday to three years of probation, 450 hours of community service and a year of weekly domestic violence classes for a scuffle with officers responding to a domestic violence call last summer in Los Angeles....2022

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• 4 winners and 3 losers from Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis trade for Lakers, Mavericks

Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images Here are our winners and losers from the big Luka Doncic, Anthony trade between the Lakers and Mavs. It’s still hard to believe the Luka Doncic-for-Anthony Davis trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks is real. Trades like this only happen in fantasy basketball or NBA 2K dynasties; in the real world, 25-year-olds with five First-Team ...2025
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• Deandre Ayton Embracing Defensive Battle With Rockets
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• Lakers big men are rounding into form with playoffs on horizon

Jaxson Hayes pulled something off he’s done just a few times this season during Monday night’s home win over the Wizards....2026
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Jaxson Hayes pulled something off he’s done just a few times this season during Monday night’s home win over the Wizards....2026
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• Lakers Reserve Jaxson Hayes Appears to Shade Deandre Ayton After Stepping Up in Starting Center’s Absence
Jaxson Hayes appeared to take a shot at teammate and starting center Deandre Ayton after the Lakers' 120-113 loss to the Nuggets...2026
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• Jaxson Hayes, Marcus Smart level up in Lakers victory over Pelicans

Jaxon Hayes and Marcus Smart fueled a decisive 14-0 fourth-quarter run that lifted the Los Angeles Lakers to a 110-101 comeback win over the New Orleans Pelicans, keeping them out of the Western Conference play-in tournament race....2026
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• Jaxson Hayes, Marcus Smart level up in Lakers victory over Pelicans

Jaxon Hayes and Marcus Smart fueled a decisive 14-0 fourth-quarter run that lifted the Los Angeles Lakers to a 110-101 comeback win over the New Orleans Pelicans, keeping them out of the Western Conference play-in tournament race....2026
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