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Rejoice, Californian basketball fans: home-court advantage is about to mean something again. The Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers are set to welcome spectators back to the Staples Center: The Lakers and Clippers could be welcoming a limited number of fans back to Staples Center before the start of the playoffs next month. — Arash Markazi […]

It looks like the political drama in Georgia isn’t quite over just yet. After the MLB’s decision to move its 2021 All-Star proceedings (including the 2021 MLB Draft) out of Atlanta, the organization has been getting plenty of support from MLB players and now by some of the biggest names in sports, including Magic Johnson […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are embarking on a seven-game road trip and will first be visiting Golden 1 Center to face the Sacramento Kings. With that said, it’s time to continue our NBA odds series and make a Lakers-Kings prediction and pick. The Lakers are coming off a big loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on […]

It’s been just over a year since the tragic death of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant, and the seven others involved in the helicopter crash. Two years ago, however, a California-based shoe company, Undefeated, conjoined with Nike to create a special Kobe 4 Proto Collection. In a surprising announcement, Undefeated has restocked […]

LeBron James is easily one of the most popular sports stars in the world. He has dominated the NBA since 2003, and at 36 years old he doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. However, he has been planting his roots outside of basketball, paving a way for a busy retirement whenever he does […]

After signing center Andre Drummond, the Los Angeles Lakers have one open roster spot remaining, presumably to be filled with a second addition from the buyout market (unless they buyout Marc Gasol, then they’ll have two spots). The 2020-21 Lakers, like any team, always could have used a few tweaks, but since LeBron James joined […]

In case you missed it, the highly anticipated monster film Godzilla vs. King Kong was released earlier this week and has met positive reviews so far. It is the fourth film in Legendary’s MonsterVerse, featuring perhaps the two biggest titans in pop culture going at it to determine who really in on the top of […]

On Thursday, Carmelo Anthony of the Portland Trail Blazers posted a hilarious photo of himself in a seemingly distressed state. Melo was clearly unhappy with how much smoke the Detroit Pistons’ fog machine was producing and he made sure to make his true feelings known about it. As it turns out, it gave Los Angeles […]

The Los Angeles Lakers got some good news on Thursday regarding their newly-signed center, Andre Drummond. Specifically, his toenail. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin and Adrian Wojnarowski, Drummond is expected to miss no more than one or two games with a nauseating right toe injury. Drummond — who was signed by L.A. on Sunday via […]

Kevin Durant recently got into a social media spat with Michael Rapoport on Instagram, with Rapoport exposing the conversation on Twitter. In response to what happened between Durant and Rapoport, Nick Young — a former member of the Los Angeles Lakers — likened Rapoport to D’Angelo Russell. Michael DLO Rapaport lol — Nick Young (@NickSwagyPYoung) […]

LeBron James has a workout partner as he continues to rehab from a high ankle sprain, and it’s not Bronny. James shared a picture of himself and his six-year-old daughter, Zhuri, to Instagram on Thursday afternoon.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by LeBron James (@kingjames) It seems LeBron really does […]

The post-NBA trade deadline moves were almost as intriguing as some of the actual trades that were made throughout the league. The Brooklyn Nets started the season with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving headlining their lineup. They then traded for James Harden and scooped up both LaMarcus Aldridge and Blake Griffin on the buyout market. […]

Andre Drummond made his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers (30-18) on Wednesday. Well, half of a debut. Drummond is 6-foot-10, but he faced an even taller order in his first game at his new job: deal with the reigning MVP, as L.A. hosted Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks (30-17) at Staples Center. In […]

The Milwaukee Bucks took on the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. During this matchup, all three Antetokounmpo brothers eventually saw the court at the same time. During the postgame interview, Giannis Antetokounmpo reflected on the journey he and his brothers have been on to get into the NBA. He even poked fun at his […]

Staples Center hosted a mini-Antetokounmpo reunion as Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brothers Thanasis and Kostas all played during the Milwaukee Bucks-Los Angeles Lakers showdown on Wednesday. The Bucks made quick work of the undermanned reigning champions, 112-97, but it was a heartwarming moment between the three brothers that stole the show after the game. Second […]

Andre Drummond’s Los Angeles Lakers debut was cut short as he had to leave their game against the Milwaukee Bucks with a toe injury. After the game, Drummond explained what actually occurred. Per Ryan Ward of Lakers Nation, Drummond shared that Bucks center Brook Lopez actually stepped on his foot, causing his entire toenail to […]

It was a rough night for Andre Drummond in his Los Angeles Lakers debut. The newest member of the Purple & Gold had to cut his much-awaited return to the floor early after bruising his left toe. He has only played 14 minutes at that point and did not return. Apparently, the two-time All-Star even […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso is truly one persistent guy. After trying (and failing) to come for the head of reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, the LA sparkplug tried it once more and got the job done the second time around. Caruso, of course, is as fearless as they come and was unfazed when […]

Andre Drummond’s Los Angeles Lakers debut was cut short after the 27-year-old had to exit the floor in the third quarter of the Lakers’ Wednesday night game against the Milwaukee Bucks with an apparent toe injury. This is not an April Fool’s joke and Drummond looks to actually be hurt. If Drummond does end up […]

Andre Drummond had a rude awakening in his Los Angeles Lakers debut as Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo dunked all over him on Wednesday. This is the first game Drummond has played in a while and unfortunately, he immediately gets posterized by The Greek Freak. In Drummond’s defense, this has happened to a ton of […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James remembered the legacy of Nipsey Hussle in the hip-hop legend’s second death anniversary. Via Twitter, LeBron quoted the late rapper to commemorate his life. To recall, Nipsey Hussle or Ermias Joseph Asghedom, was shot and killed in a gang-related incident two years ago right outside his store, The Marathon […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ most recent buyout acquisition, Andre Drummond, has gotten off a relatively good start for his new team versus the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. Drummond, who started in the lineup instead of Marc Gasol showed his potential in the first few minutes, specifically his rebounding, defense, blocking, passing, and interior presence. Drummond’s […]

It was previously reported that Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James started recruiting Stephen Curry during the All-Star Game back in early March. The rumor understandably went viral and has since prompted a response from Golden State Warriors general manager Bob Myers. According to Myers, these types of rumors are something that he has grown […]

DeMarcus Cousins and the Los Angeles Clippers are discussing a 10-day contract, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. While Woj says an official decision isn’t expected until next week, Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reports the plan is for Cousins to join the Clippers pending clearance of the NBA’s health and safety protocols. Cousins […]

The Milwaukee Bucks will continue their road trip in Los Angeles as they’re set to take on the Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center. The Bucks will be looking to break their losing skid against a reeling and depleted Laker bunch. LA is just looking to stay afloat long enough to welcome their two-headed […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has nearly his entire body covered in ink. His tattoo artist, Gangatattoo on Instagram, has certainly had his work cut out for him over these years. Now, The King decided to return the favor and and try his hand at giving Gangatattoo a royal design of his own. Watch […]

Damian Lillard is one of the few remaining lifers in the NBA. He’s been with the Portland Trail Blazers from the get-go, and he simply has no intention of leaving. Lillard recently reiterated (again) his unwavering loyalty to Portland while also taking a shot at the current state of the NBA (h/t Blazers Nation on […]

It’s hard to deny that right now, the Brooklyn Nets are looking like the heavy favorite to lift the title at the end of this season. Their mid-season moves all but guarantees that at the very least, this team is going to be competing in the Finals this term. If you ask Nets head coach […]

Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer dropped this tidbit in his reporting on the Lakers and Andre Drummond sweepstakes: As much as Marc Gasol’s subpar contributions helped lead Los Angeles to pursue Drummond, Gasol remains under contract. There remains some speculation from rival executives that he could now come to a buyout agreement with the Lakers. The notion of […]

Andre Drummond will make his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Bucks. Drummond made the announcement during his Zoom session with the media following his first practice as a Laker. Moments later, head coach Frank Vogel confirmed that Drummond will indeed start. Frank Vogel says Andre Drummond will start vs. […]

Before you close out of here or chuck your phone across the room, a disclaimer: LeBron James will likely never surpass the late Kobe Bryant as the greatest Los Angeles Lakers player of all time. The Black Mamba’s relentless hard work, ambition, and skill should be remembered over his entire 20-year career. However, there was […]

Life looks quite a bit different for Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis these days. “King James” and “The Brow” are both sidelined with injuries as the Lakers try to keep pace in the Western Conference. They are unable to take it to the hardwood, so they are channeling their energy on […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reportedly tried his luck in joining forces with another great talent as he recruited his former rival in Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry. It was rumored to have happened over the All-Star break as the latter will be eligible to sign a contract extension this summer, via Clutchpoints […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder wants to explore his options in the upcoming offseason as he reportedly turned down a four-year, $84 million extension with the team, per Bleacher Report. The German national is already playing in the last season of his four-year, $70 million contract signed with the Atlanta Hawks back in the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have successfully added a great talent in Andre Drummond to provide a boost to their lineup for the remainder of the 2020-21 season. However, there have already been rumors swirling around about his expected contract beyond this season as he is set to enter unrestricted free agency in the upcoming offseason. […]

Los Angeles Lakers big man Marc Gasol could already see an end to his brief stint with the Purple and Gold in the near future. Speculations have been going around that the Spaniard is emerging as a buyout candidate for the team, given that they’ve already landed the services of Andre Drummond for the remainder […]

The top-seeded UConn Huskies were the beneficiaries of a controversial non-call in a tight game against the second-seeded Baylor Lady Bears in the Elite Eight of the ongoing NCAA Tournament. After gaining the narrow win to go to the Final Four, UConn head coach Geno Auriemma addressed the situation and used LeBron James as an […]

The Los Angeles Lakers look like they were in for another dominant season after finally winning a championship since 2010. They also made some key acquisitions in Montrezl Harrell, Dennis Schröder, Marc Gasol, and Wesley Matthews during the off-season. Unfortunately, injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis have left the Lakers team shorthanded during the […]

One diehard Los Angeles Lakers fan posted an old photo of the legendary Jerry Buss with basketball icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. The post caught the attention of Jeanie Buss, who then shared a heartfelt message. Jeanie reposted the photo on Instagram, interestingly comparing it to the current situation of the Lakers. While Andre Drummond is certainly […]