Lakers star LeBron James says the roster makes for a razor-thin margin for error, and their negative point differential supports that. “We have to play close-to-perfect basketball,” he says.

The Lakers are in the midst of a tense battle for a playoff spot in the Western Conference and LeBron James is feeling the pressure. He knows that his team has a small margin for error every time they step on the court.

With the trade deadline 17 days away, LeBron James may be sending a message to the front office that something needs to be done.

The Lakers could check off a vital box this season by completing a blockbuster trade for a Charlotte Hornets phenomenon. "The Los Angeles Lakers need to be in the business of beco

Norman Powell scored 22 points, James Harden had a double-double, and the Clippers defeated the Lakers 116-102 in their first meeting at the Intuit Dome.

Norman Powell scored 22 points, James Harden had a double-double and the Los Angeles Clippers defeated LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 116-102.

Norman Powell, James Harden and Ivica Zubac each score more than 20 points to lift the Clippers to a 116-102 victory over the Lakers at Intuit Dome.

The Los Angeles Lakers will face the LA Clippers in this NBA matchup at the Intuit Dome on Sunday, January 19th. WATCH: Lakers vs Clippers Live | Stream free on Fubo The Lakers are making their first trip to the Inuit Dome after years of sharing an arena with the Clippers.