Nothing seemed to go right for the Lakers in the second half, and Luka Doncic's football troubles may have been a portent.

And then the Lakers acquired Dončić. The superstar is perhaps the preeminent pick-and-roll practitioner in the league. Most defenses send at least two defenders — if not more — to the ball ...

Ball's absence puts a damper on Chicago's guard depth, but his return might take longer than expected. The Bulls are set to host the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night, but Ball will not be able ...