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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James immediately took it to Twitter to wish New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu a speedy recovery after sustaining an ankle injury. Ouch!! @sabrina_i20 Get healthy as soon as possible! 🙏🏾. Health is wealth — LeBron James (@KingJames) July 31, 2020 Ionescu badly rolled her ankle during the second quarter […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers in a nail-biter on Thursday. James hit the game-winning layup and also played tremendous defense on Kawhi Leonard and Paul George on the final possession to preserve the win for the Lakers. Although there aren’t any fans at the games down in Orlando, […]

The NBA restart on Thursday was a big success for TNT. TNT’s doubleheader Thursday doubled its average viewership for a regular-season telecast. The New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz played each other in the first game. The Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers game peaked with an average of 4.1 million viewers, while Inside […]

Los Angeles Clippers fans thought Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James fouled Paul George on his final shot attempt on Thursday, but the NBA’s Last Two Minute Report says otherwise. Per the NBA, James rested his forearm on George’s front and quickly removed it as George started his upward shooting motion: Do you […]

The “Battle of L.A.” saw its latest installment on Thursday night. This time, however, the action between the Los Angeles Lakers and LA Clippers played out inside the Orlando bubble as part of the NBA’s 2019-20 regular season resumption. There were several notable storylines from the matchup, so let’s dive right in… Bubble King Lakers […]

The players and the coaches of the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers took a knee during the playing of the national anthem prior to their matchup on Thursday night. This did not bode well for one particular Los Angeles Lakers supporter, though, who decided to burn his LeBron James and Anthony Davis jerseys after […]

NBA fans around the globe tuned in on Thursday night for the resumption of the regular season, which is taking part in what’s being called the “Orlando bubble.” As part of the opening ceremonies, Lakers superstar LeBron James joined several other players and coaches in a Colin Kaepernick-like sign of protest, kneeling with their arms […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were very impressive in their opening night contest against cross-town rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday. Lakers superstar LeBron James stepped up in the clutch for his team, leading his side to a huge 103-101 victory. As it turns out, however, this game took quite a toll on LeBron. James […]

LeBron James achieved another amazing feat on Thursday, as he helped the Los Angeles Lakers to a massive victory against the Los Angeles Clippers on opening night. This victory is LeBron’s 837th win of his decorated career, which allowed him to overtake none other than the late, great Kobe Bryant for most regular-season victories in […]

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Clippers fell to the Los Angeles Lakers, 103-101, in their NBA restart opener. Despite both teams getting out to double-digit leads at different points in the game, neither could run away with the game, making for an exciting finish. Paul George led the way for the Clippers with 30 […]

The Los Angeles Lakers duo of Anthony Davis and LeBron James was in a jovial mood following their Orlando ‘bubble’ opening night victory against cross-town rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers, on Thursday night. The two were caught on camera kidding around, as Davis demanded that LeBron speed things up prior to the two departing for […]

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Clippers dropped their Orlando restart opener to the Los Angeles Lakers, 103-101. Paul George led the way for the Clippers with 30 points, while Kawhi Leonard poured in 28 points. All in all, it was an encouraging game for head coach Doc Rivers, even despite the tough loss. Without […]

As expected, players and coaches on both the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers took a knee during the national anthem prior to tip-off of what turned out to be a tremendous contest between the two top teams in the Western Conference. Lakers superstar LeBron James raised a close fist while he was […]

The NBA is officially back, and naturally, the controversial nature of the sport is once again alive and kicking. Well, that’s at least what Los Angeles Clippers supporters think, as their team suffered a disappointing 103-101 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on opening night. According to some Clippers fans, a whistle should have been […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a fantastic start in Orlando. After a 103-101 win against city rivals the Los Angeles Clippers, the Lakers are now one win away from clinching the top seed in the very competitive Western Conference. That’s if Yahoo Sports’ Keith Smith got his math right. I re-checked and @HPbasketball […]

LeBron James made big plays on both sides of the floor and led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 103-101 statement win over rivals Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday. But instead of acknowledging his greatness in the clutch, The King opted to talk about societal change in his post-game interview. Abiding by his promise, the […]

In the battle between the two Western titans, it was the Los Angeles Lakers who came out on top over the LA Clippers, 103-101. It was a rough game at the onset with both teams committing early fouls. But as the game progressed, it proved to be a tight and entertaining game that had to […]

The King just secured the Los Angeles Lakers first win in Orlando. After converting a go-ahead basket in the Lakers’ final offensive possession to give his team a two-point lead, LeBron James stepped up big time once again on the other side of the floor to lockdown both Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. The Los […]

LeBron James just proved why he’s still the best player in the NBA. As the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers dueled in their first games of the NBA’s restart, James nailed the game-winner with 12 seconds remaining in regulation. The four-time MVP missed his first attempt, but grabbed the rebound and put it […]

Things are getting intense on opening night of the NBA restart in the “Battle of L.A.” The Los Angeles Lakers are currently taking on the Los Angeles Clippers in a game that has been close from the opening tip. Early in the second half, LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard got into it a bit, with […]

The entire sports world is tuning in to the NBA’s season restart and the Lakers-Clippers showdown. Although fans have been physically prohibited to watch live, millions across the globe are glued on their respective gadgets and devices to catch the highly-anticipated return of the league. One is two-time NBA champion Chris Bosh. Chris Bosh pulled […]

Heated Western Conference rivals Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers showed solidarity by taking a knee during the national anthem prior to their NBA bubble opener on Thursday. Clad in black warmers with the message “Black Lives Matter”, players and coaches from both sides performed the controversial gesture to protest police brutality and racial […]

The quest for The King’s throne is officially underway. And, he’s not letting up. LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers finally got back on court against city-rivals Los Angeles Clippers after a four-month layoff. And, early in the second quarter, James rocked the bubble with a powerful slam to announce his return. With plays […]

The NBA is officially back. And, with everything going on in the world right, members of the NBA are choosing to stand up against inequality and social justice. Prior to the tip off of tonight’s second game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers, a strong video featuring different NBA stars was […]

The opening night NBA showdown between the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers will have an AAU vibe to it. According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, multiple NBA stars from other teams inside the bubble are at the game. A group of NBA players have arrived about 20 minutes before tipoff to watch Lakers-Clippers […]

LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard are two of the biggest superstars in the NBA. They also are total opposites. James is an extrovert and lives for the spotlight, while Leonard is an introvert who is trying to stay out of the limelight as much as possible. This stark difference was on full display when NBA […]

The LA Clippers will have Patrick Beverley available to play in the NBA’s restart opener against the Los Angeles Lakers. Head coach Doc Rivers announced his status during pregame interviews on Zoom, but wasn’t sure about any specific minutes limit. “Pat will play,” Rivers said. “Not sure about the minutes yet for sure but he’ll […]

Los Angeles Lakers big man Anthony Davis says one of the ways he motivates small forward LeBron James is by calling The King “old.” James is 35 years old and has a ton of miles on his body. However, he is still arguably the best player in the game and leads the NBA in assists. […]

Anthony Davis used to get really upset when the Los Angeles Lakers would lose a game before the season was suspended in March. That’s when LeBron James would step in as the leader of the team and give everyone advice. Via Dave McMenamin of ESPN: “You know, I used to be so upset and so, […]

Opening night of the NBA’s restart in Orlando is finally here. The LA Clippers will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in the nightcap of the opener. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George vs. LeBron James and Anthony Davis their in fourth matchup of the season. The Clippers and Lakers will tip off at 9PM EST, […]

Despite the fact that there won’t be any fans inside the NBA’s bubble, Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George says his team’s matchup with the Lakers on Opening Night 2.0 will still be filled with intensity. George spoke to reporters Thursday and gave a quick preview of what to expect: “I think you put us […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James took to social media on Thursday morning to share an essay that former U.S. Representative John Lewis wrote for The New York Times shortly before his passing. The day of the John Lewis funeral, it is worth noting, came with several people doing similar things. Powerful!!! Hope everyone reads […]

With three championship rings and 16 All-Star nods to his credit, LeBron James has already proven himself as one of the greatest players in NBA history. But what should fans expect from the Los Angeles Lakers superstar as this 2019-20 NBA season resumes inside the Orlando bubble? Now in his 17th season of service, James […]

The Los Angeles Lakers officially resume their quest for the franchise’s 17th NBA championship on Thursday after a four-month pause. However, the extended hiatus amid a global pandemic and nationwide movement for justice doesn’t mean the team isn’t still taking the court with Lakers icon Kobe Bryant fresh in their hearts and minds. On the […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been on the wrong end of some harsh criticism for his silence with regards to the latest controversy between the NBA and China. It was recently revealed through an ESPN investigation that several American coaches have raised concerns about how their Chinese counterparts have been abusing participants of […]

It hasn’t always been sunshine and rainbows for the Los Angeles Lakers. Even if the Lakers right now appears poised to win the title, the road was paved after several mistakes from the front office throughout the years. While it’s easy to appreciate the organization now upon seeing how the recent trade for Anthony Davis […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was Boston Celtics small forward Jayson Tatum’s favorite player growing up. So when Bryant tragically passed away in January, the Celtics star was devastated and needed a few weeks to mourn. With the 2019-20 season set to resume on Thursday down in Orlando, Florida, Tatum is reminiscing about his […]

There’s nothing like a good Kobe Bryant practice story and who better to tell it than Metta World Peace. The NBA enforcer, who joined the Los Angeles Lakers in the summer of 2009 as an unrestricted free agent, recently spoke about how fierce Bryant was in practices back in the day. Before he signed with […]

Once upon a time, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James was labeled as a choker. The phenom from Akron was often hit with the “LeChoke” tag for shying away (i.e. passing to Donyell Marshall) or coming up short in the clutch. However, after a few notable big-game failings during the first half of his illustrious […]