Jacob Rude has been covering the Lakers in some capacity since 2012, has been at Silver Screen & Roll since 2021 and became site manager in 2023. He also began covering Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever in 2024. He's been working as a sports journalist since 2012 in both traditional and online media. He graduated from Indiana University with a bachelor's degree in journalism. He has also worked with USA Today Sports Media Group, Locked On Network and more.
Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish available, Jaxson Hayes out vs. Spurs
The Lakers' injury list has grown, with Jaxson Hayes listed as doubtful and Cam Reddish and Dalton Knecht listed as questionable to play versus the Spurs.
Rotation Trust Level: Could JJ Redick expand the Lakers’ rotation?
Stuck in the middle of a three-game losing streak, could JJ Redick be eyeing a change to the Lakers rotation?
The Lakers upcoming schedule will reveal much about this year’s team
With a tough schedule in their immediate future, the Lakers are about to reveal who this team really is.
What should the Lakers prioritize on the trade market?
The Lakers have a lot of holes to fill on the roster, so which ones should they prioritize on the trade market?
The Lakers are pretty adamant the Nuggets don’t hold a mental edge over them
After yet another loss to the Nuggets, the Lakers were insistent postgame that Denver did not have a mental edge in the series.
Rui Hachimura to make return from ankle sprain to Lakers vs. Nuggets
After missing the Lakers’ last four games due to injury, Rui Hachimura is set to make his return against the Nuggets on Saturday.
D’Angelo Russell has expressed interest in playing for Lithuania national team
In a move that feels like a mad libs headline, D’Angelo Russell is reportedly open to playing for the Lithuania national basketball team.
JJ Redick literally goes to a dark place after Lakers losses
After a frustrating Lakers loss to the Magic on Thursday, JJ Redick revealed the literal dark place he goes after defeats.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Magic
Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 119-118 loss to the Magic.
Rotation Trust Level: A resurgence of the Lakers bench?
The Lakers needed their bench to produce over the last week and they responded in a big way.