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There’s always this sense of dread and awe when purchasing a box of high-end cards. Collectors always expect a massive hit, maybe a LeBron James card or one of the top rookies that will somehow compensate for the price of the entire box. For this card breaker, though, it was a classic case of close, […]

Could we see a potential banana boat team up in Los Angeles? There’s some buzz that has emerged with Carmelo Anthony being linked to a possible move to the Lakers. The star who last played for the Portland Trail Blazers is currently a free agent this offseason, with the 18-year NBA veteran still adamant he […]

It’s tough being LeBron James. When you’re as high profile of a figure as the Los Angeles Lakers star, your every move and struggle is documented even by casual onlookers. That’s exactly what happened while LeBron was showing support at his son Bryce’s game, as he tried to put on a show for fans. Let’s […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is full of admiration for Zaila Avant-garde, who recently had the internet buzzing not only because of her win in the 2021 Scripps Spelling Bee but also because of her nasty handles. During the premiere of “Space Jam: A New Legacy,” the Lakers star was asked about Avant-garde, her […]

Magic Johnson will forever be one of the greatest players in NBA history. His place in league lore will always be celebrated and respected. The same, however, couldn’t be said when it comes to Magic’s social media presence. Case in point: His recent Twitter post showing him hanging out with Brooklyn Nets star James Harden […]

Former teammates LeBron James and Chris Bosh reunited on the red carpet on Tuesday at a special screening of Space Jam: A New Legacy. Bosh, the former Miami Heat superstar, showed some love and support to his long-time buddy in LBJ who’s much-anticipated film is set to premiere in the US later this week. Check […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James expressed his strong support to England international players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka, who have been the recipients of a wave of racial abuse over their performance in the Euro 2o2o final. England lost to Italy on penalties (3-2) during Sunday’s contest at Wembley, with Rashford, Sancho […]

The 2021 NBA Finals are still ongoing, but that hasn’t stopped the bettors from looking forward to next season. Per the newest betting odds released by BetOnline, the Los Angeles Lakers– led by superstar LeBron James– are right behind Kevin Durant, James Harden, Kyrie Irving, and the Brooklyn Nets for the top spot. Opening NBA […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James made headlines when he said that he plans on finishing his career as a member of the Lakers. He cited many reasons and mentioned his family living in Los Angeles. The expectation has been that the Lakers would be his final stop in his storied, legendary NBA career. However, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are seeking to add firepower around LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Because of their tight cap situation, that will likely have to come via trade. Per the latest scuttlebutt, Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka is eyeing Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton, though he may have to reunite Kevin Love with James […]

We all know that Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is one of the best players on the planet. ESPN clearly thinks the same after putting the King’s graphic incorrectly on the screen during Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Sunday. Check it out: This list should only be O'Neal and Giannis, but it's […]

However much longer Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James plays NBA basketball, he’s intent on doing it in purple-and-gold. During an interview on the “SmartLess” podcast (co-hosted by actors Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes) released on Monday, LeBron was asked about his basketball future and his feelings on playing for the Lakers. “I […]

The untimely passing of Kobe Bryant is something that hit hard, not just for every Los Angeles Lakers fan, but the entire sports world. But perhaps few could have experience true pain as much as Lakers owner Jeanie Buss. Buss formed a bond with Bryant as early as his rookie season, way back in 1996. […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is sure making the most out of his extended rest. Quite rightfully so. After back-to-back grueling seasons, The King is welcoming the time off, arguably his longest one since his rookie year. LeBron is enjoying his relaxation time in Puerto Rico, hanging out with local rapper Bad Bunny, as […]

As LeBron James’ storied career nears its conclusion, fans and pundits have wondered who would step up and take the mantle from him as the torch bearer of the NBA. Some could see Dallas Mavericks wunderkind Luka Doncic as one with the potential talent and charisma to not only become the face of the league, […]

After a productive season with the Houston Rockets in which he averaged 20.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 6.9 assists while shooting 40.4 percent from the field, John Wall is expected to be on the trading block this offseason. Now that the Rockets are transitioning to a full-on rebuild, Wall no longer fits into their plans. […]

Montrezl Harrell is not happy with the Los Angeles Lakers. If that has not been made clear by his recent tweets, well it is now following his NSFW comments on Instagram seemingly ripping LA and Frank Vogel’s rotation. Responding to his followers and haters on IG, Harrell fired back at those coming up with different […]

Damian Lillard is still in search of his first NBA title, but according to Ice Cube, it won’t happen with the Portland Trail Blazers. Instead, the famed rapper and actor believes Dame Time should join the Los Angeles Lakers to make that a reality. The Big 3 founder said as much in Stephen A.’s world […]

It’s no secret that Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is one huge Kobe Bryant fan. As a matter of fact, he has the Los Angeles Lakers legend in his Top 5 list of the greatest players of all time along with LeBron James and Michael Jordan. NBA analyst Shannon Sharpe, however, could not disagree more. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers held their latest round of workouts for 2021 NBA Draft prospects on Saturday. The Lakers hosted (former) Oklahoma guard Austin Reaves, Virginia’s Trey Murphy III, Stanford forward Oscar da Silva, VCU’s Nah’Shon “Bones” Hyland, Michigan super-sub Chaundee Brown Jr., and NC State big man DJ Funderburk. The Lakers own the No. […]

Over the past two years, Kyle Kuzma has earned plaudits from the Los Angeles Lakers players, coaching staff, and front office, as well as pundits, Draymond Green, and — before this June — non-casual Lakers fans, for productively embracing a supporting role alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. In 2017-18, Kuzma made All-Rookie First Team, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have a ton of question marks heading into the offseason. One of the biggest, quite literally, is their free agent mid-season acquisition Andre Drummond. On a recent appearance on the Pardon My Take podcast, the Lakers big man gave a hilarious hint towards where he was leaning to play next season. […]

The Phoenix Suns are now just two wins away from winning the NBA championship. Who could have ever predicted that? Well apparently, Kyle Kuzma did. The Los Angeles Lakers forward claims he could sniff their champion DNA as early as last season. Kyle Kuzma recently spoke out via Bleacher Report on his upcoming social media series Hanging […]

The Los Angeles Lakers looked like the clear favorites to win it all before the 2020-21 NBA season started. But things didn’t exactly go according to plan. Lakers super fan Snoop Dogg has made peace with the result for one big reason. The world renowned rapper was asked by TMZ about the ongoing NBA Finals […]

LeBron James is making a boatload of money. That fact is something that basically everyone knows, given how he’s one of the most famous athletes on planet earth. But sports franchise owners like Steve Ballmer and Jeanie Buss are still richer than King James himself, while also reportedly finding loopholes to pay even less taxes–“legally” […]

With both the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers out of the NBA playoffs, Space Jam 2 has become the biggest hoops event in Hollywood. LeBron James’ starring role in the cult classic film franchise made famous by Michael Jordan has been years in the making, and it’s finally being seen by eyeballs around the world. […]

Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant may be gone, but his legacy lives on. Just ask Brooklyn Nets star and Team USA forward Kevin Durant. During the Team USA training camp and in his first press conference since the Nets’ 2021 playoffs run ended, Durant talked about Lakers legend and how he continuously inspires the […]

Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy, who has helped LeBron James win two NBA championships, recently interviewed for the Washington Wizards open head coaching position. “While he’s made no indication that he is leaving Los Angeles, he does have ambitions to be a head coach someday,” reported Kyle Goon of the Orange County Register. […]

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie is opting out of his $12.3 million contract for the 2021-22 season, and he’s ready to get paid. Dinwiddie isn’t ruling out a return to the Nets, but he’s definitely going to keep his options open as he looks for a situation where he can both get a lot of […]

Sure, the NBA Finals are going on as we speak, but Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James is being well-rounded as usual. On Thursday was the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and it made headlines as Zaila Avant-garde became the first African American champion in the history of the Spelling Bee and it brought a ton […]

LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry take a lot of crap from fans online, and now there’s a study out to show just how much abuse they take from angry fans on social media. The betting site Pickswise did a study on it, and it’s no surprise the Los Angeles Lakers star gets the most […]

Phoenix Suns superstar Chris Paul is getting all the motivation he needs from his long-time buddies Dwyane Wade and even LeBron James as the Suns are now just two games away from winning the 2021 NBA title. After an impressive 118-108 home win in Game 2, Wade was seen in the Phoenix Suns Arena dapping […]

LeBron James is in unfamiliar territory as a spectator of the NBA Finals. The Los Angeles Lakers forward has played in all but one Finals series in the previous decade of NBA seasons. But now King James is just like the rest of us – watching Chris Paul and the Phoenix Suns try to win […]

Isaiah Thomas was asked to speak out on Jae Crowder’s impact in these NBA Playoffs as his Phoenix Suns compete for an NBA championship. The former Suns guard couldn’t help but react to one of Crowder’s most iconic moments: His salsa dance mockery of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Via ESPN’s Zach Lowe: “It […]

Free-agent center Andre Drummond created a stir on social media this week with messages that raised skepticism on whether he might return to the Los Angeles Lakers next season. First, he seemingly took a shot at Lakers head coach Frank Vogel over playing time. Free agent Andre Drummond seems to be taking a shot at […]

Matt Mauser’s wife, Christina Mauser, was one of the nine people killed in the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, in January 2020. Matt Mauser was a recent contestant on ABC’s competition show, “America’s Got Talent.” Before crushing his audition, he spoke on the […]

In general, things have been mostly quiet on the Los Angeles Lakers front since their season ended on June 3. Undoubtedly, the news cycle will ramp up as the 2021 NBA Draft (the Lakers pick No. 22), free agency, and Summer League commence in a matter of weeks. The Lakers have about half a roster’s […]

LeBron James won’t be suiting up for Team USA when they defend their crown at the Tokyo Olympics this summer. But even without the Los Angeles Lakers superstar, the team looks quite formidable when you look through the roster. Apparently, LeBron thinks that way as well. King James gave his seal of approval on the […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James made headlines when he criticized the setup of the 2020-21 season, which featured an extremely short turnaround from the bubble in Orlando. LeBron spoke out amid all the injuries to star players in the playoffs. Now, however, NBPA executive director Michele Roberts is pushing back on the Lakers star’s […]