The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 140-126 with LeBron James returning. Colin Cowherd asks if LeBron’s return makes the Lakers title contenders with LeBron and Luka Doncic.

The Lakers have managed to rank in the top three in free throw differential in each of the past three seasons. None of their competitors have managed to achieve that feat more than once. Fans inclined to think the Lakers receive preferential treatment from officials will see that as clear evidence to support their claims.

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Jazz vs. Lakers viewing guide with TV channel, streaming options, and full game info for the November 23 matchup.

The Lakers under Mark Walter’s leadership are starting to take it’s change. The latest firings of Joey and Jesse Buss marked a shift. But usually when the top brass is open to changes, it doesn’t stop at one.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- The LA Lakers defeat the Utah Jazz, 140-126, at Crypto Arena on November 18th, 2025 and The Sporting Tribune's John Panganiban was there to capture the following TST Images:

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers face Lauri Markkanen and the Utah Jazz in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams are dealing with significant injury concerns, making the game's outcome uncertain.

The Los Angeles Lakers may be one of the most explosive offensive teams in the league, but head coach JJ Redick made it clear on Thursday that they are still far from reaching their true potential.

On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up their third straight win with a blowout home victory over the Utah Jazz. This game marked the season debut for Lakers star LeBron James, who returned from his injury to score 11 points in the victory.