Los Angeles Lakers Articles - Page 236

After the past few years of his career, it’s been difficult to believe that Carmelo Anthony will be a surefire first-ballot Hall of Famer. Anthony’s career began to peter out ever since he was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder and his scoring prowess could no longer cover for the deficiencies in his game. Still, […]

After gaining a lot of interest following his strong performance for Germany in the EuroBasket tournament, Dennis Schroder decided to take his talents back to Hollywood to reunite with the Los Angeles Lakers. The veteran guard admitted that he has “unfinished business” with the Lakers after his one-year stint with the team in 2020-21. Schroder […]

Darvin Ham has repeatedly stated that Anthony Davis is the key to success — and the ultimate ceiling-raiser — for the 2022-23 Los Angeles Lakers. Obviously, his health is paramount (AD’s goal is to play 82 games). On defense, Davis will be the focal point of Ham’s “centerfield” scheme, and may even start the season […]

Historically, Anthony Davis has articulated his preference to play more power forward than center, noting the physical toll manning the middle can take over the course of a season. However, he’s always been willing to slide to the five in selective spots — including crunch time and in key playoff moments — with the understanding […]

Draymond Green wants to be a Los Angeles Laker? That is what ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith said on First Take. Green is currently away from the Golden State Warriors after punching teammate Jordan Poole during a recent practice. Some people around the NBA world believe that Draymond wants to fix his relationship with the Warriors […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made another minor transaction on Monday as they continue to tinker with their training camp roster. The team added guard Bryce Hamilton and requested waivers on guard LJ Figueroa, who was signed on Saturday, along with Shaquille Harrison. Hamilton, a Pasadena native, spent the last four years starring for UNLV. He […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is set to release a brand new sneaker this fall called the LeBron 20s, which makes sense since it’s his 20th year in the league. On Monday, The King posted a hilarious video on IG not only showcasing his new kicks but also providing us all with a bit […]

Jordan Poole was in good spirits while getting up post-practice jumpers with teammates shortly after Draymond Green landed a vicious punch to his left jaw. It’s not exactly surprising, basically, that he played well in the Golden State Warriors’s 124-121 preseason loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Given the ongoing fallout from his viral altercation […]

Turning 18 is truly a special milestone in someone’s life in a young person’s life, one certainly worth celebrating. That’s exactly what LeBron James’ son Bronny did for his party as the Los Angeles Lakers star invited none other than Travis Scott. Getting a live performance from one of the biggest artists in the world […]

The Los Angeles Lakers gave vice president and GM Rob Pelinka an extension that runs through 2026, but clearly, a lot of people are not happy with the decision. Pelinka’s two-year extension aligns his contract with that of newly hired head coach Darvin Ham. As reported earlier, however, the deal with Pelinka has been agreed […]

If you watched Russell Westbrook last season with the Los Angeles Lakers, then you’re probably thinking that there’s something wrong with his shot. The fact that he shot just 29.8 percent from distance on 3.4 attempts per game could be seen as a testament to this fact. Well, if you ask Russ, it seems like […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James couldn’t believe his eyes while watching Marvin Harrison Jr. dominate for Ohio State football against the Michigan State Spartans. In just two and half quarters, Harrison already had three receiving touchdowns for the Ohio State Buckeyes. All his receptions were phenomenal to say the least–especially as he showed he […]

Draymond Green has decided to step away from the Golden State Warriors as he tries to “heal” himself following his now highly-publicized fight with teammate Jordan Poole. Green revealed that he was in a “bad place” from a personal standpoint when the fight happened and that he now wants to take time away from the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers awarded Rob Pelinka a contract extension on Saturday. The general manager’s deal now runs through the 2025-26 season — putting him on the same contractual timeline as their recently hired head coach, Darvin Ham. Yahoo’s Chris Haynes first reported the news, which represents a major vote of confidence for the occasionally […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made a couple of transactions before practice on Saturday. The organization signed LJ Figueroa and Shaquille Harrison and correspondingly waived Javante McCoy and Dwayne Bacon. Harrison, 29, has played 175 NBA games (23 starts) in his five-season career, averaging 5.2 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.0 steals in 15.2 minutes. […]

LeBron James is arguably the biggest sports figure in the United States right now. The Los Angeles Lakers star is one of the most recognizable athletes today. His presence is so big that even non-sports fans know him. It’s clear that he’s had a large impact on many people, and fans are going to be […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James truly loves this franchise and has absolutely no time for the LA Clippers, who play in the same arena as them. He’s so committed to the Lakers that if his mom was on their city rivals, he’d literally put her on the floor. Yes, you heard that right. Just […]

It’s been about two and a half years since Kobe Bryant’s tragic passing, and somehow it still feels so surreal. However short his life might have been, the Los Angeles Lakers icon made an indelible mark on the game of basketball. And everyone, including Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul, is being reminded of just […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have to be the most polarizing team in the NBA today. It’s difficult to doubt LeBron James, even as he enters his 20th season, but the roster around him just screams so much uncertainty. However, during the early days of preseason, it appears as if LeBron and the Lakers have impressed […]

There’s no doubt that LeBron James will forever go down in history as one of the greatest players to ever pick up a basketball. His golf game, however, is an altogether different matter. A clip of the Los Angeles Lakers superstar having a go at the driving range is currently making its rounds on social […]

It’s no secret that Patrick Beverley feels slighted by the fact that he’s never won the Defensive Player of the Year award. The Los Angeles Lakers veteran firmly believes that he’s the best defender in the entire NBA, which is why he feels that it’s a travesty that he’s been snubbed for the DPOY title […]

LeBron James is a huge fan of Halloween. As a matter of fact, it wouldn’t be insane to think that this happens to be his favorite time of the year. What’s actually insane is the Halloween setup the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has at home. LeBron took to social media to flex the redecorations they’ve […]

Richard Jefferson may be friends with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, but even the one-time champ couldn’t deny the overwhelming talent that Victor Wembanyama possesses compared to LeBron before he was drafted. Wembanyama is the most anticipated prospect since James in 2003, so comparisons between the two players are not surprising to see. Similar […]

The Draymond Green-Jordan Poole fight could have been much worse. Green sucker punched Poole in a Golden State Warriors practice but, luckily, doesn’t seem to have done serious harm to his teammate. Now, though, the speculation begins about whether the Warriors can keep both these players on the team. So, let’s make the best of a […]

The plan was for the Golden State Warriors to run it back in 2022-23 with last year’s championship team, while the Warriors core of Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green looked for their fifth title in nine years. However, that plan may have suddenly changed after the vicious Draymond Green-Jordan Poole fight. The two […]

The Los Angeles Lakers took on the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night and some of their biggest stars were missing in action. Both LeBron James and Anthony Davis sat out this preseason game, and both of them were sitting courtside to support their team. They also happened to be sitting beside a dude that has […]

Dennis Schroder has reportedly resolved a hold-up with his worker visa and has been cleared to travel back from Germany and join the Los Angeles Lakers. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Schroder will fly to Los Angeles this weekend. Schroder signed with the Lakers on a one-year, $2.64 million contract in September. He has been overseas […]

The Los Angeles Lakers took another preseason loss on Wednesday as they were dealt with a 119-115 loss courtesy of the Phoenix Suns. LA is now 0-2 following a 105-75 blowout loss in their preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings on Monday. Despite the slow start, however, Lakers newcomer Patrick Beverley isn’t sweating it. The […]

Victor Wembanyama pretty much became somewhat of a household name over the past few days after his coming out party against the NBA G League Ignite. The 18-year-old French phenom made such big waves that even Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James could not help but deliver some high praise for the highly-touted teenager. After […]

Thursday is a special day in the James household as Bronny turned 18 years old. By no surprise, LeBron James sent a heartwarming message to his first-born son on Instagram, using an awesome throwback photo and a more recent one from the two at a recent Ohio State football game:   View this post on […]

LeBron James is a name akin to royalty in the world of basketball. One can only imagine what it feels like to inherit a name with such history and legacy behind it. Most of all, nobody but one person knows how hard it is to make the name your own. That is exactly what LeBron […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant certainly left his mark on the next generation of basketball players. He was definitely an inspiration behind the rise of Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo into superstardom, and the two-time MVP made sure to pay his utmost respect for the legendary Black Mamba. Before the Bucks’ preseason tilt against […]

Has there ever been a player with as huge a disparity in their reputations with fans and peers than Russell Westbrook? The polarizing Los Angeles Lakers guard has drawn immense criticism for his reckless game and poor shot selection. But his teammates have shown nothing but love to the former MVP, including former Washington Wizards […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers had a disappointing 2021-22 season, as they finished 33-49 and missed the playoffs entirely. Fit issues with new acquisition Russell Westbrook plagued the team, in addition to an overall lack of quality players. But if there was any silver lining to their putrid season, it was the fact […]

Los Angeles Lakers billionaire superstar LeBron James has oft-stated his intention to own an NBA team. On Wednesday, he directly called dibs to commissioner Adam Silver on governing a potential expansion franchise in Las Vegas. “It was wonderful,” LeBron said about Vegas after the Lakers’ preseason loss to the Phoenix Suns (also on the market) […]

LeBron James has seen as much basketball as anyone in the universe. Even he’s never #witnessed anything quite like Victor Wembanyama. Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason game against the Phoenix Suns in Las Vegas, LeBron mentioned that he was in the building on Tuesday to watch the 18-year-old Frenchman take on projected No. 2 […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has made it known to Adam Silver that he wants to own the NBA team in Las Vegas in the event of an expansion. While there is definitely a plan for the league to expand in Las Vegas and Seattle, the truth is it won’t happen in the next […]

Anthony Davis was a last-minute scratch from the Los Angeles Lakers preseason contest against the Phoenix Suns in Las Vegas on Wednesday due to lower back tightness. He won’t play in the second leg of their back-to-back in the desert on Thursday, head coach Darvin Ham said after the Lakers’ 119-115 loss to the Phoenix […]

There is a reason LeBron James remains as popular as ever two decades into his NBA career. Of course there is the fact that he is really good at basketball. But it certainly helps as well that the Los Angeles Lakers star has always been for the fans. James showed that love for his fans […]