The NBA has officially approved billionaire owner Mark Walter’s purchase of the Los Angeles Lakers, raising concerns that ticket, concession, and merchandise prices could rise—similar to the increases seen after Walter took control of the Dodgers.

Luka Doncic had 33 points and 11 rebounds and LeBron James scored 17 points in his first road game of the season as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Utah Jazz 108-106. James added eight assists and six rebounds in 34 minutes.

Joey Buss and Jesse Buss are no longer working in the Los Angeles Lakers’ front office after the franchise’s recent ownership change.

Austin Reaves scored 31, Luka Doncic had 24 points and 12 assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers cruised to a 118-104 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in an NBA Cup game on Friday night.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Los Angeles Lakers 121-92.

Franz Wagner is finding his best stride lately, and our NBA betting picks expect him to stay hot vs. the Sixers tonight. Free Magic vs. 76ers predictions for Tuesday.

Luka Doncic had 38 points, Rui Hachimura scored 13 of his 21 points in a pivotal third quarter and the Los Angeles Lakers pulled away in the second half to beat the Charlotte Hornets 121-111.