Here is MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech in case you've never listened to it or if it's been a while. youtu.be/3P_s3ChZlRY?...

Did the Lakers find something with the Vando, LeBron, Timme, Ayton lineups? Raj and I discuss it.

"He might not always get minutes, but against the Raptors, Timme made those minutes matter. And for a player trying to show the world that his basketball story is written in pencil, not ink, that’s all he, the Lakers and their fans can ask for." www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...

Drew Timme's shirt during his postgame presser is amazing.

JJ Redick called his two-big lineup "jarring" to see on the floor. The Lakers went with a ton of size to start the second quarter tonight.

The Lakers beat the Raptors 110-93. This is the lowest amount of points LA has allowed all year. Luka Dončić had a team-high 25 points, LeBron James ended the night with 24 and Deandre Ayton had 25 points on 10-10 shooting.

MVP chants for LeBron James as he takes his free throws.

The Lakers lead 87-80 after three quarters of play.

The Lakers lead the Raptors by one at the half, thanks to a last-second three by Luka Dončić. He leads LA with 18 points, and LeBron James isn't far behind with 13. The Lakers took control of this quarter thanks to their double-big lineup, that featured two-way center Drew Timme.

Lakers start the quarter on a 7-0 run, evening things up at 30.

Drew Timme time to start the second quarter.

The Lakers trail the Raptors 30-23 after one. Luka Dončić has 12 points, but has struggled from the field. No other Laker is in double figures. Toronto is dominating inside, scoring 18 points in the paint compared to LA's 8.

Sandro Mamukelashvili is off to a great start for the Raptors. He has 12 points and is a perfect 5-5 from the field. Raptors lead the Lakers 28-21 with 1:28 left in the first.

Luka Dončić hasn't stopped talking since his last shot was called a block, not a goaltend. He said the magic words and got t'd up.

The Raptors win the challenge. Foul on Luka.

Luka Dončić makes the sacrifice and draws a charge, but Toronto is challenging the call.

Marcus Smart gets the scoring started for the Lakers.

Starters for Lakers-Raptors

Per the Lakers: Luka Dončić, left groin soreness, has been upgraded to available for tonight’s game versus Toronto.

Per the Lakers: LeBron James, left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, has been upgraded to available for tonight’s game versus Toronto.

JJ Redick called it a "difficult stretch" for his team, with five games in seven nights and key players out.

JJ Redick says both Luka Dončić and LeBron James are gametime decisions.

The Lakers will play without Luka Dončić against the Blazers. Also, both Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes are listed as questionable. Winning won’t be easy for LA in Portland.

"Perhaps the Lakers are simply too slow, too unathletic and too old to keep up with the league... And no amount of rest, film work, or player desire can alter this team’s defensive trajectory." My latest story on LA's defensive woes: www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...

"Against certain teams that have dynamic drivers.... we can be a little bit cautious guarding the ball." - JJ Redick postgame

Luka Dončić appears to have hurt his lower back and is heading to the locker room.

The Lakers were outscored 34-16 in the second quarter and now trail 64-55 at the half. LA has to find a way to penetrate the paint and get its offense going.

The Lakers' offense has died here in the second quarter, as only Vando has made a basket. The Hornets now lead by four midway through the period.

The Lakers lead the Hornets 39-30 after one quarter of play. LA is still shooting well, converting on 58% of their 3-point attempts. Luka Dončić is on a tear. He has 19 points and is the only Laker in double figures.

Kobe Bufkin is taking over the Dalton Knecht role tonight.

It's clear Luka Dončić is not 100% laboring quite a bit when going up and down the floor. He's toughing it out, though, and playing well as the Lakers quickly jump out to a 10-point lead against the Hornets.

LeBron James gets the scoring started for the Lakers.

Starters for Lakers-Hornets

JJ Redick says Jaxson Hayes has hamstring tendinopathy. He hopes Hayes is back this weekend.

JJ Redick said "effort" was the biggest reason for LA's blowout win against Atlanta.

Per the Lakers: Jaxson Hayes, left hamstring soreness, has been downgraded to out for tonight’s game versus Charlotte.

This dry January should have been postponed

Jaxson Hayes is questionable for tomorrow’s game against the Hornets.

The Lakers beat the Hawks, but did so with elite shooting. That won’t always be the case, but Raj and I discuss why it was nice to see and how this was one of the best Luka and LeBron games.

Per the Lakers: Kobe Bufkin has been assigned to the South Bay Lakers. Bufkin just signed a 10-day contract with Los Angeles yesterday. South Bay plays the San Diego Clippers tonight, so perhaps this is a chance for him to get some more reps.

"Tuesday’s shooting display was a reminder that creating good looks has to be the key and that shooting is a fickle thing. It can flip from bad to good in the blink of an eye." My story on how the Lakers finally found their shot against the Hawks. www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...

"To me he is one of a kind," Luka on LeBron's ability to play back-to-backs at age 41.

JJ Redick on LeBron James playing on a back-to-back at age 41, "His competitive stamina is off the charts'

JJ Redick says the Lakers got into a good place to compete and play for each other tonight. He called it a "complete game" for his team.

The Lakers beat the Hawks 141-116. LeBron James ends the night with 31 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists. Luka Dončić scored 27 points. LA shot 56% from 3-point range, making 19 from beyond the arc.

Kobe Bufkin knocks down his first 3-point attempt.

The Lakers empty out the bench with this game all but over. Kobe Bufkin is now on the floor and will make his Lakers debut. He was just signed to a 10-day contract.

A Luka Dončić runner rattles in, and JJ Redick looks at the scoreboard and pumps his fist. It seems the Lakers are back in control.

After the timeout, LeBron hits a 3-pointer to give LA some breathing room.