This is the matchup everyone had been anticipating since February 2, 2025. Anthony Davis is finally healthy enough to make his return, and he’s doing so against the team that didn’t go all-in on him.

Follow along with the NBA.com live blog, bringing you the best of a 12-game Wednesday highlighted by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Thunder hosting Luka Dončić's Lakers.

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.

When the LA Lakers faced the Dallas Mavericks last night, all eyes were bound to be on Luka Doncic. Not too long ago, he looked like a Mav lifer, but everything changed after the 2024 finals.

Enjoy all the the top moments and highlights from a six-game night in the NBA, featuring the return of LeBron James.

LeBron James has been prioritizing passing over shooting since returning from injury, and our Clippers vs. Lakers predictions expect that to continue tonight.

Despite a slow start for the Los Angeles Lakers, James and co. pulled away late from the Utah Jazz and secured a 140-126 victory to cap the 40-year-old’s season debut. As soon as he stepped on the floor, James became the first player in NBA history to appear in 23 seasons.

Deandre Ayton has been ruled out of the Los Angeles Lakers' Emirates NBA Cup game on Tuesday night vs. the L.A. Clippers.