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Miami Heat icon Dwyane Wade is a proud member of an elite group of ex-NBA superstars that had the privilege to go up against the late, great Kobe Bryant during his prime. Unsurprisingly, D-Wade still remembers his on-court matchups against the Los Angeles Lakers legend quite fondly. Wade recently retweeted a post from our friends […]

Nick Young recently made headlines after he called out former Los Angeles Lakers teammate D’Angelo Russell as a potential opponent in the boxing ring. As it turns out, however, D’Lo isn’t the only former Laker that Young wants to box. Apparently, Swaggy P also has his sights set on his former coach. After Yong dropped […]

Dwight Howard has been trying to make his way on the mean streets of TikTok of late, and the Los Angeles Lakers big man (or at least he’s hoping to still be a Laker) has come up with some pretty hilarious content. The three-time Defensive Player of the Year is one of the funniest dudes […]

Lonzo Ball recently commented on his time with the Los Angeles Lakers and having the opportunity to play alongside LeBron James, per CBS Los Angeles. “This is my home…It’s just what I’m used to. It’s always a great opportunity that I’m always going to try to see,” Ball said in reference to spending his offseason in […]

It’s that time of year again when NBA players and fans alike get mad over video game ratings. With the partial release of NBA 2K23’s latest player ratings, one player clearly catching the short end of things is Los Angeles Lakers point guard Russell Westbrook. Yes, Russell Westbrook is no longer the player he once […]

No one likes the feeling of being embarrassed. When everyone’s eyes are on you, you want to make sure that you do the best you can to not fail in spectacular fashion. This is especially the case when you’re trying out something new, and former Los Angeles Lakers guard Nick Young is no stranger to […]

Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverley, now both of the Los Angeles Lakers, have had a long history of beef between them. Everything began in the 2013 playoffs when Beverley, then of the Houston Rockets, dove in for a loose ball and straight onto Westbrook’s knee. Westbrook tore his meniscus which ended the Oklahoma City Thunder’s […]

Patrick Beverley is excited about pairing up with Russell Westbrook on the Los Angeles Lakers’ backcourt, as well as playing alongside LeBron James. After all, he knows they can be dangerous when they click. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday after practice, Beverley revealed how he sees himself thriving alongside Westbrook. Darvin Ham already has a […]

There has been a lot of buzz surrounding Kendrick Nunn all summer long, but unfortunately, they haven’t been completely positive. A recent report stated that his injury rehab has gone “slower than anticipated” — something that Nunn himself has disputed. For his part, however, it seems that new Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been in his fair share of block parties throughout what has been a truly illustrious career. It’s an undeniably fun sight for fans, but there’s also no denying that it’s not great to be on the receiving end of a LeBron chase-down block. Just ask RJ Hampton of […]

Los Angeles Lakers franchise cornerstone LeBron James is entering his 20th season in the NBA, and he’s been able to perform at an elite level for two decades because he’s always adding something new to his game. In his stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers during the early to late 2000s, LeBron was the most dynamite […]

Bronny James teased everyone what it would look like if he suits up for the Ohio State Buckeyes, and clearly, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James loved it. The eldest of the James brood got everyone talking with his Ohio State photos, and even his dad couldn’t hold himself back from sharing them. On Instagram, […]

The one thing you cannot fault Patrick Beverley for is his confidence. This man exudes self-belief, and this is one of the things that has allowed him to reach the heights that he has today. Beverley was unveiled by the Los Angeles Lakers as the team’s newest recruit on Tuesday and the event did not […]

It looks like Patrick Beverley is fitting in nicely with the Los Angeles Lakers. Not only is he feeling “19” again, but he is also adjusting well when it comes to the media. If you want any proof, then look no further than his recent interaction with a Lakers reporter after Tuesday’s practice. When asked […]

Patrick Beverley is without a doubt one of the most polarizing individuals in all of the NBA. He’s the type that you love if he’s on your team, and you just despise him when he’s not. Most Los Angeles Lakers fans likely feel this way now that they have no other choice but to welcome […]

It looks like the relationship between Russell Westbrook and the Los Angeles Lakers are going smooth despite all the trade rumors this offseason. In fact, Darvin Ham is happy with how the explosive guard has bought in with the team. Speaking to reporters after practice on Tuesday, Ham shared that the fact that things have […]

When Patrick Beverley was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, it seemed to signal, once and for all, the end of Russell Westbrook’s inauspicious tenure with his hometown franchise. For one thing, Beverley is another starting-caliber 34-year-old point guard on the final year of his contract — and a better fit alongside LeBron James and […]

Patrick Beverley and Russell Westbrook can’t stand each other. There’s just no way these two can get along now that they’re on the same team with the Los Angeles Lakers. Right? Well, it seems like this might not actually be the case. Beverley spoke to the press on Monday following a practice session with his […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham remains optimistic that longtime rivals and first-time teammates Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverley can thrive on the court together — and he might even start both 34-year-old point guards. Well, only if they play defense. Ham and Westbrook were on-hand at the Lakers practice facility on Tuesday as […]

If there’s an NBA player who could transition to boxing and find immense success, Deontay Wilder thinks it would have been the late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. While speaking with Scoop B. Robinson for Bovada, Wilder was asked which current NBA player he thinks would be a great boxer. Instead of naming an […]

To say that things have turned from bad to worse for Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook this summer would be a complete understatement. The former league MVP is now dealing with another blow after his NBA 2K23 rating was released. 78. That’s how low the folks over at 2K have rated Russ ahead of […]

World no. 26 Frances Tiafoe stunned 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal at the US Open, besting him in four sets to advance to the quarterfinals. Immediately after the match, Tiafoe shouted out one of his favorite NBA players, Washington Wizards All-Star Bradley Beal, who was at the US Open supporting him. However, arguably the […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers have a rich history, winning 17 NBA Championships in the league’s 75 years of existence. The organization has an innumerable amount of NBA Champions, whether they’re stars or role players, that have turned into sports media members analyzing the game. Byron Scott is one of those players who […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been making waves with his production companies of late following a series of high-profile films and documentaries that have gained critical acclaim. He is in a bit of hot water right now, however, after being named in a $10 million lawsuit over intellectual property rights. According to Carl […]

Chris Paul’s 2011 move to the Los Angeles Clippers still remains to be one of the most contentious trades in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers supposedly already had a deal in place, only for then-NBA commissioner David Stern to veto the deal at the last minute. Danny Ainge, who at that time was the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have not pulled the trigger on any major offseason moves this summer. Nevertheless, team talisman LeBron James appears to be particularly interested in one of the Lakers’ newest recruits. A clip of LeBron putting in the work with the Lakers’ free-agent signing Troy Brown Jr. is currently makings its rounds on […]

The New York Knicks failed to obtain three-time All-Star Donovan Mitchell, much to their fans’ chagrin. That doesn’t mean, however, that the Knicks are done for the offseason. They can still certainly make a trade between now and the start of the 2022-23 NBA season. In fact, there may just be a couple of possible […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a disastrous season in which they missed the playoffs and fell short of all expectations. The collection of talents never meshed and resulted in a frustrating season for the entire organization. As the franchise attempts to right the ship in order to contend while LeBron James remains on […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ two first-round picks in 2027 and 2029 have been the talk of town as of late, and for good reason. During the Donovan Mitchell trade saga, the Lakers had been mentioned as a potential third team to help facilitate the deal. Utah Jazz boss Danny Ainge was reportedly coveting those two […]

D’Angelo Russell appears to fire back at his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate Nick Young, who recently named the Minnesota Timberwolves guard as the player he would want to fight in boxing. In a recent interview on the Boxing with Chris Mannix podcast, Swaggy P was asked about the one NBA player he’d like to box […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James went to The Horseshoe with high expectations for the Ohio State Buckeyes, and sure enough, he didn’t leave disappointed. In fact, it’s safe to say the Lakers forward was hyped after watching Ohio State take down the Notre Dame Fighting Irish with a brilliant second half. The Buckeyes trailed […]

With Ohio State football taking on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Saturday for their first game of the season, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James made sure to show his support to the home team. Even better, James is passing his fanhood to his eldest son Bronny. The father-and-son duo was spotted on Saturday […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been enjoying his summer but it’s now time to get back to work and prepare for the 2022-23 season. What better way than to get in the lab and grind with your two sons? The King posted an epic photo on Instagram on Saturday with him, Bronny, and […]

Russell Westbrook has been the subject of trade rumors all offseason long. The Los Angeles Lakers were not happy with his play during the 2021-22 season, and haven’t been shy about letting other teams know they are intent on trading Westbrook off their roster this offseason. For the most part, Westbrook has stayed quiet this […]

The Los Angeles Lakers signed Kendrick Nunn to a two-year, $10 million deal during the 2021 offseason in hopes that Nunn would bring the tenacious defense, timely shooting, and handy shot creation he displayed in his two seasons with the Miami Heat and be of help to LeBron James and Anthony Davis. So far, however, […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James made sure to let Drew Barrymore know that he’s there for him should he need support. The actress recently appeared on Uninterrupted’s “The Shop” where she opened up about her personal struggles. She admitted that she has “always” beaten herself up about everything, and it’s only until recently that […]

Unlike teams like the Brooklyn Nets and the Utah Jazz that have made demands to rival teams with regard to what they want in return in a potential trade deal for the superstars, it’s actually the other way around for the Los Angeles Lakers. For their part, it’s LA who needs to give up significant […]

There is no doubt Bronny and Bryce got the athleticism of their father, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. If that wasn’t clear before, the trio provided fans with the clearest proof of that. Recently, LeBron, Bronny and Bryce showed their ridiculously insane hops to the amazement of all basketball fans. LeBron, Bronny, and Bryce […]

Lebron James shared his honest thoughts on former teammate and current Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving on Friday. Irving recently got brutally honest in an episode of “Uninterrupted: The Shop.” And LeBron clearly took notice. “He’s truly so misunderstood! I love seeing his growth as well throughout the years! Always believed and knew he was […]