Short-handed Lakers fall to Blazers

Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives to the basket as Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III, right, defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant reacts after a basket against the Lakers during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

Lakers forward LeBron...