Simon Jones

Simon Jones is a Lakers writer and basketball analyst who blends fan passion with sharp insight. As the voice behind Lakers24eight, he breaks down games, players, and strategy that connects with fans who live and breathe purple and gold.
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Austin Reaves Is Fine After Injury Scare vs. Warriors

Austin Reaves seems to be just fine after leaving the game early…

5 Ways the Lakers Could Benefit From Lebron James’ Injury

LeBron James potentially missing a month due to sciatica is a gut…

LeBron James Is Inspiring Puka Nacua into a Record Season

There’s something poetic about Puka Nacua, a Rams wide receiver, staring down…

RJ Davis’ Preseason Could Earn Him a Lakers’ Two-Way Spot

When the Lakers tipped off their preseason, R.J. Davis—a former UNC standout…

5 Takeaways From the Lakers’ First Preseason Game vs. the Suns

5 Takeaways From the Lakers’ First Preseason Game vs. the Suns The…

LeBron James and Luka Doncic Snubbed in Latest Player Rankings

LeBron James being snubbed as the 19th best player in the NBA…

Deandre Ayton’s First Lakers Preseason Game Showed His Focus on Defense

DeAndre Ayton’s first preseason game with the Lakers may seem underwhelming, but…

Jarred Vanderbilt Could be the Lakers’ Dark Horse Fifth Starter

The battle for the Lakers’ fifth starting spot has mostly been framed…

Luka Doncic Will Miss Lakers’ First Two Preseason Games

The Los Angeles Lakers announced Friday that Luka Doncic will sit out…

Luka Doncic Spotted at In-N-Out

Luka Doncic is officially a Californian. He bought a house in Manhattan…