For the most part, Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes thrives as a rim-running big man who uses his athleticism and energy to finish with big dunks and alter shots at the rim on the other end.

But as the Lakers have gotten off to a solid 19-8 start to the season, Jaxson Hayes has been playing an important role for the team. He’s stepped up as the starting center during games when Deandre Ayton has been sidelined, and brought his usual energy as part of the second unit.

Jaxson Hayes reveals his true motivation when it comes to the NBA Cup games. For big man Jaxson Hayes, his third season with the Los Angeles Lakers has been a joyous one. He’s formed a stronger bond with his teammates. Reaves and Hayes, in particular ...

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that Luka Doncic (lower left leg contusion) and Rui Hachimura (right groin soreness) are available for their Christmas Day game against the Houston Rockets while Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) is out.

The Lakers get their Christmas gift wrapped with a good news on Luka Dončić's injury recovery following a lower leg contusion.

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes gave credit to Jake LaRavia for making the unselfish play leading to his poster dunk.

Jaxson Hayes was an underrated part of the Los Angeles Lakers’ second-half success during the 2024-25 season as he stepped in to start at center after the team traded Anthony Davis away for Luka Doncic. Hayes has always been heralded as one of the more ...

In the second quarter, LeBron James delivered a vicious dunk and then went wild in celebration right in front of Luke Kornet alongside Jaxson Hayes. After capturing the NBA Cup in its inaugural season, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers returned to ...