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The Los Angeles Lakers face off against the Denver Nuggets for the second time this season on Sunday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series and make a Lakers-Nuggets prediction and pick. The Lakers currently hold an overall record of 21-6, but they are only 13-14 against the spread. The Lakers are coming off a […]

During the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, LeBron James infuriated the Fox Sports Southeast broadcast team (Pete Pranica and Brevin Knight) and Grizzlies Twitter ablaze with an epically shameless flop late in the second quarter. The MVP frontrunner earned two free throws for the move, as the Lakers (21-6) gradually […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James will go down in history as one of the greatest to have ever played the sport. In spite of his unbridled legacy, however, one aspect of his game that has received its fair share of criticism through the years is his knack for playacting. LeBron produced one of the […]

The Memphis Grizzlies Extended Universe was not pleased with the officiating during Friday night’s 115-105 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. Late in the second quarter, an Oscar (or maybe Razzie)-worthy flop by LeBron James sent both the Fox Sports Southeast broadcast team and #GrizzliesTwitter into joint frenzies. Here’s how the exchange […]

The Los Angeles Lakers erased a 20 point deficit to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies Friday night. It was a gritty comeback, led by LeBron James. Despite being 36 years old, James’ athleticism is still arguably the best in the league. He had an amazing cock back dunk during the second half, and Grizzlies’ Grayson Allen […]

In an ESPN post-game interview, former NBA forward Richard Jefferson asked Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, his one-time teammate, how he is doing since he has been missing dunk attempts as of late. James had a candid reply.  “I don’t know, RJ. I really don’t know, man. I don’t know if everything is okay … […]

Every year, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James seems to drink from the mythical fountain of youth. James responded to a tweet that jokingly mentioned that he is still 26 years old and not 36. 🤫🤫🤣🤣🤣👽 https://t.co/gnwv5SrnHw — LeBron James (@KingJames) February 13, 2021 It seems LeBron wants to keep his true age a secret. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to make a valiant comeback on Friday night versus the Memphis Grizzlies, in large part due to the efforts of LeBron James. Following the come-from-behind win, Frank Vogel had three words to describe what James is doing this season, via Spectrum’s Mike Trudell. Frank Vogel on @KingJames: "You’re watching […]

For the 2018-19 season, the Los Angeles Lakers were listed as #2 of the most valuable NBA franchise list made by Forbes. A year later, the Jeanie Buss-led franchise now found themselves sitting on the third spot even after winning the 2020 NBA Championship back in October. By the end of the 2019-20 season, the […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has been hitting his strides for the team as of late. He showed his value to the team as he produced another double-double performance in their game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night which eventually earned praise from his teammate Anthony Davis, via Mike Trudell. Anthony Davis said […]

If his latest Twitter rant is any indication, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is just a regular guy. King James let out some steam regarding the traffic situation in LA, which makes you realize he isn’t that different from any one of us. TRAFFIC IS OFFICIALLY BACK IN LA!!!!! 😤😤😱😱. — LeBron James (@KingJames) […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Montrezl Harrell sprawled face-first on the floor during the fourth quarter of Friday’s contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. It is after his own teammate, Kyle Kuzma, accidentally hit him with a wayward elbow that caught him clean right in the temple. Kuzma inadvertently elbows Harrell while going for a layup. pic.twitter.com/Q3BpKtO3IF […]

During Los Angeles Lakers’ bout against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, LeBron James did whatever it took to gain the advantage. The King even resorted to some less-than-glamorous flopping just to get the upper hand. During a fight for a rebound, the four-time MVP got surrounded by four white shirts in the shaded lane. Soon […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers’ crazy week of basketball continues on Friday night against the Memphis Grizzlies, but Mychal Thompson had one simple request for the team. Awright Lakers I wanna get home at a reasonable time tonight,OK…So NO overtime game tonight,pleez… — Mychal Thompson (@champagnennuts) February 13, 2021 The Lakers have played […]

There’s a chance that Los Angeles Lakers fans will welcome back The Brow and The Carushow against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday. Head coach Frank Vogel revealed that his two previously injured players, Anthony Davis and Alex Caruso, will join the team during the pre-game warmups at Staples Center. However, there’s still no guarantee that […]

On Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers will host the Memphis Grizzlies in a nationally televised matchup at Staples Center. As usual, the NBA odds are out for what is expected to be a thrilling back-and-forth affair. The Lakers (20-6) come in as winners of six straight games, though none of their recent performances have been […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade had a blast on Twitter after watching a throwback story of Boston Celtics legend Larry Bird, made by Hall of Fame coach Nolan Richardson. The two absolutely lost their minds hearing the hilarious tale from Richardson, who narrated the account during his Hall […]

With LeBron James and Anthony Davis in the fold, the Los Angeles Lakers certainly aren’t lacking in star power. But former player Mychal Thompson believes that the Lakers could soon have another All-Star on their hands in sophomore Talen Horton-Tucker, who has made an impact for the Purple and Gold this season while playing off […]

Former NBA star Metta World Peace is quite familiar with Kobe Bryant and Tracy McGrady since he had the chance to become teammates with the two iconic scorers. World Peace recently appeared in an interview with Basketball Network, where he was asked who among Kobe and T-Mac, two cerebral clutch performers, he would trust with […]

Even at 36, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to be one of the league’s premier players. That distinction,  of course, comes with a massive amount of fame and fortune. According to Kurt Badenhausen of Forbes, the four-time MVP is inching closer to billionaire status and will likely join the three-comma club next year. […]

The Achilles injury that has kept Lakers star Anthony Davis out over the past two games appears to be more serious than initially expected. A new report has now emerged that AD is currently in danger of missing his third straight matchup on Friday due to this lingering issue. Davis could be forced to sit […]

The latest round of 2021 NBA All-Star voting was released on Thursday, and one name grabbed the Internet’s attention more than any other: Los Angeles Lakers fourth-year guard Alex Caruso. In the updated tally, which revealed the top-10 vote-getters at each “position” per conference, Caruso is currently in 10th place among Western Conference backcourt players. […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis is a firm believer that teammate LeBron James should win his fifth MVP award this season. But, that’s if politics don’t get in the way, per Harrison Faigen. https://twitter.com/hmfaigen/status/1359982069489651715 As of right now, there are several players throughout the association who are also in contention for the prestigious award. […]

Anthony Davis has missed a couple of games recently for the Los Angeles Lakers due to what’s been described as an Achilles injury and it was unknown when he suffered it. However, as he prepares to make a comeback soon, Davis revealed that he first dealt with soreness in his calf weeks ago, via The […]

LeBron James had very little time to relish his fourth championship in the days and weeks following the Los Angeles Lakers’ triumph over the Miami Heat last fall. The players were always up against a short offseason. But for James and the Lakers — who played into mid-October — there was hardly much leeway to […]

Forwards LeBron James and Kevin Durant continue to lead the total vote count for the frontcourt in their respective conference, as they both have now amassed four million votes for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, per the league. Even after the first round of voting, James and Durant were at the top, leading the rest […]

Lu Dort is known for his stifling defense for the Oklahoma City Thunder and he displayed that on Wednesday night against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. When speaking about a late-game stop on James, Dort shared his short reaction to guarding James in overtime, via Brandon Rahbar of the Daily Thunder. Social media […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to sneak away with a victory on Wednesday night in overtime against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After Wednesday’s overtime thriller, Kyle Kuzma revealed the advice that LeBron James gave him about being tired, via Spectrum’s Mike Trudell. Kuzma said he learned this from LeBron: "Being tired is just in […]

For the first time since the 1991-92 season, the Los Angeles Lakers have played three straight overtime games. After trailing by as many as 20 points in the second quarter to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the current Lakers gutted through an unpleasant win against an inferior opponent. L.A. chipped away at the OKC lead, eventually […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has faced some elite defenders over the years. He might have to add Oklahoma City Thunder swingman Lu Dort on that list after his performance against The King on Wednesday. In the crucial juncture of their matchup at Staples Center, Dort threw everything but the kitchen sink in a […]

After out hustling and slamming one down on the Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers forward Montrezl Harrell let out a primal scream. Peep the clip below to witness Harrell’s intensity. The man practically outmuscled the Thunder frontcourt and slammed one down on their faces. Don't get in Trezz's way 😳 pic.twitter.com/JsPpYqqZW3 — Bleacher Report […]

LeBron James is clutch, and fans do not need to look further than the Los Angeles Lakers’ latest game against the Oklahoma City Thunder to see that. With less than 20 seconds remaining in the game and the Lakers trailing 105-102, LeBron took matters to his own hands and casually drained a 3-pointer over a […]

Even if you’re not a big MMA fan, you’ve probably come across the name of Colby Covington. He’s the UFC fighter that was recently on an all-out hate campaign aimed at Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. This time around, the outspoken former UFC Welterweight Champion has taken aim at the Dallas Mavericks’ Mark Cuban […]

There was some optimism that Anthony Davis would be able to suit up for the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. As it turns out, however, AD is still dealing with a sore Achilles, and will now be forced to sit out his second straight game. This report comes via […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is jealous of Tom Brady’s Super Bowl celebration with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It came after a video surfaced showing the Bucs QB leaving the celebration looking drunk as he was held up by another person. Man o man I wish we were able to have our parade too […]

A quick word of advice for Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel: If you want to keep something a secret, maybe don’t say it out loud. During a recent episode of Backstage Lakers, that’s exactly what Vogel did when discussing 20-year old Talen Horton-Tucker. “Last year Alex was my secret weapon,” Vogel said, referencing […]

The Utah Jazz are the best team in basketball right now. Utah has won 16 of its last 17 games, including five in a row after Tuesday’s win over the Boston Celtics. The Jazz rank second in the NBA in net rating, including fourth in both offensive and defensive rating. Quin Snyder’s group is one […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is reportedly on track to win his fifth MVP award if he manages to sustain his momentum by the end of the regular season. ESPN held a mock MVP voting in order to gauge where the race is currently at, at this stage of the season. A mix between […]

Former NBA veteran Ray Allen reminisced on his playing days seven years after he decided to hang up his sneakers. Allen went on to share insights on his encounters with late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as a member of the Boston Celtics from 2007 to 2012. Despite the countless battles, the two players […]