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LaVar Ball can’t help himself. Despite his eldest son already jettisoned from the Los Angeles Lakers, Pappa Ball is back to claim all three of his sons will be donning the Purple and Gold soon. Wait… what? Ugh, yes! I’m also here to claim the ocean is filled with the tears rolling down from the […]

Vanessa Bryant revealed that late husband Kobe Bryant left her one final letter, and she waited until her birthday on Tuesday to open it. Vanessa posted a picture of the letter and shared a sweet message about the late Los Angeles Lakers legend and Gianna Bryant: “Yesterday I found an envelope labeled To: The Love […]

“The Last Dance” has been a rousing success, with many fans tuning into the popular 10-part ESPN docuseries detailing the story about Michael Jordan and the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls on their quest for a second three-peat. Kobe Bryant, who was included in the introduction of Episode 5, had actually caught wind of the extensive footage […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James recently announced that he and the LeBron James Family Foundation had a special treat for the high school graduating class of 2020. The three-time NBA champ is living up to his promise, as he just announced Tuesday that former United States President Barack Obama will be giving a commencement […]

During his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, big man Pau Gasol won two NBA titles and cemented a lasting bond with Kobe Bryant. Gasol became part of an elite one-two punch with Bryant and as a result, could see his No. 16 jersey hanging in the rafters along with his former teammate one day. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers franchise is one of the most prolific in sports history. Since relocating to Los Angeles in 1960, they’ve often depended on Hollywood allure to build dynasties, enabling them to acquire Westward-looking stars in deals that either seem lopsided in the moment or in retrospect. The franchise has traded for many superstars […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have clearly established themselves as one of the best teams in the NBA. With LeBron James and Anthony Davis leading the way for the foreseeable future, Purple and Gold fans are potentially looking at multiple titles. However, with the future of the 2019-20 season uncertain, the Lakers might just lose one […]

In a recent interview with Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated, San Antonio Spurs legend Tony Parker talked about Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant. Parker was among the bevy of past and current NBA stars to attend Kobe and Gigi’s public memorial at Staples Center. The legendary Spurs point guard discussed with Spears why […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had to go through great lengths to earn the respect of his idol, Michael Jordan. Yet not many knew the extent of his sacrifice to learn the secrets of the game from the GOAT himself. Episode 5 of the “The Last Dance” was dedicated to Kobe, and it also […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers general manager Jerry West got to witness how a young Kobe Bryant gravitated toward longtime idol Michael Jordan and how he grew because of it. Several players wanted Jordan’s respect but few were able to get his attention. The late Lakers star managed to stick to Jordan through relentless perseverance and […]

Episodes 5 and 6 of “The Last Dance” delved into plenty of subjects, exploring a wide gamut of Michael Jordan antics, his relationships with fellow players, and his ultimate desire to become the best player alive. Here are six of the best things that took place in these episodes of “The Last Dance.” Kobe on […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James recently went public with his incessant desire to carry on with the current season amidst reports claiming that certain NBA executives and agents are pushing to have the campaign cancelled altogether. Lakers legend and former team president Magic Johnson weighed in on the matter. According to the Hall of […]

Episode 5 of “The Last Dance” featured Kobe Bryant. The show depicted the dynamics of the relationship between Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and the late Los Angeles Lakers star, as well as how big of an influence the former Bulls superstar had on Kobe’s NBA career. Recently, B.J. Armstrong, a former teammate of Jordan […]

Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant had one of the best turn-around jumpers in NBA history, and he got it from his “big brother,” Michael Jordan. Bryant played a prominent role in Episode 5 of ESPN’s docu-series, “The Last Dance,” on Sunday night. The episode dove into Kobe’s relationship with Jordan, who became a mentor […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend and Hall of Fame point guard Magic Johnson is encouraging fans of the Purple and Gold to tune in to tonight’s episode of ESPN’s Chicago Bulls docu-series, “The Last Dance.” The episode will heavily feature the late Kobe Bryant, and Johnson said Kobe’s cameos and interviews will “mean a lot” to […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was honored by Nickelodean as the recipient of the Generation Change Award, also winning the award for “Favorite Male Athlete.” James took to Twitter to thank the fans and voters, dedicating the awards to “all my kids and kids all over the world needing any inspiration at this moment […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jared Dudley understands that even if the NBA is cleared to return this year, players will need some time to get reacclimated. As such, Dudley proposed a “bubble” training idea whereby the NBA would send players to multiple locations so they can train and ramp up activity for the potential resumption […]

Hall of Famer Jerry West has opened up about how the current league suspension — as well as the possibility of the season being cancelled entirely — has had an adverse effect on the heated rivalry between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers. According to the Lakers legend, who currently serves as […]

Back in Game 1 of the 1992 NBA Finals, Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan famously silenced anybody who thought Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard Clyde Drexler was his equal. Jordan improbably drained six threes in the first half—still tied for a Finals record—and followed the final triple up with an iconic glance and shrug towards […]

If anyone knows what a great team is, it’s Pat Riley. The Miami Heat president has seen the likes of Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and LeBron James all team up in South beach. Moreover, as a head coach, Riley ushered in the “Showtime” era for the Los Angeles Lakers which was headlined by the likes […]

Episode 5 of ESPN’s “The Last Dance” will include a segment on the 1998 NBA All Star Game featuring a young Kobe Bryant memorably dueling with his idol, Michael Jordan. According to Magic Johnson, that famous matchup at Madison Square Garden began a profound relationship between the two, which Jordan movingly discussed in his eulogy […]

Former NBA great Metta World Peace took to Instagram live with some fans recently and was asked about the favorite team he played for, which ultimately came down to the Los Angeles Lakers and the Indiana Pacers. However, World Peace, formerly known as Ron Artest, didn’t give us quite a straightforward answer and hilariously teased […]

Bad luck seems to always follow the Portland Trail Blazers throughout history. Don’t get it wrong, the team enjoyed success and has managed to stay as contenders through the years in the competitive Western Conference. However, looking at the past news about the Blazers, they somehow suffer a cruel fate right when they are primed […]

Many people are turning to video games to be a useful outlet for not having any live sports during the ongoing pandemic, and the famed NBA Jam game is a perfect source of entertainment for NBA fans everywhere. If you are looking for a PC version of this game, ArcadeSpot offers a great option that […]

Pau Gasol became extremely close to Kobe Bryant during their time together with the Los Angeles Lakers. This resulted in not only two championships, but a lifetime of friendship as well. Recently, Gasol performed an incredible gesture in honor of Gigi Bryant — the daughter of Kobe who also passed during that tragic helicopter crash. […]

It has been over 50 days without NBA basketball, so Los Angeles Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka is trying to do something about it. Per Sam Amick and Joe Vardon of The Athletic (first reported by ESPN), Pelinka has actively been trying to get the help of Los Angeles health officials in order to help […]

The NBA’s four California franchises — the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings — are doing everything they can to get the 2019-20 season rolling again. According to reports, the said NBA teams are lobbying Governor Gavin Newsom to include them in the gradual re-opening of the country’s most […]

Vanessa Bryant, wife of late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, sent out a special message on Friday to wish her late daughter, Gianna, a happy 14th birthday: “Happy 14th Birthday to my sweet baby girl, Gianna,” Vanessa Bryant wrote in her post. “Mommy loves you more than I can ever show you. You are part of […]

Over the past months, we have heard both current and former players alike talk about their favorite Kobe Bryant stories. Washington Wizards star point guard John Wall joined in on the fun, but as it turns out, his narrative involved former teammate Gilbert Arenas significantly — perhaps even more so than Bryant himself. “My favorite […]

In January 2020, the whole world mourned as we lost the legendary Kobe Bryant to a tragic helicopter crash. Sadly, Gigi Bryant and seven others also died in the accident. As Vanessa Bryant put it, heaven gained two angels on that fateful day. Kobe had so much love for his daughter, and he was grooming […]

When talking about the best centers in Los Angeles Lakers history, the first name that will likely come to mind is Kareem Abdul-Jabbar — and understandably so. In his prime, the 7-foot-2 Lakers center was a dominant force with one of the most iconic shots in NBA history. Nevertheless, there are still a number of […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James recently teased us with the previously unreleased logo of his upcoming Hollywood film, “Space Jam 2.” This got pretty much everyone excited, including former back-to-back MVP winner Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors. Stephen Curry, the Dubs’ star, could not help but comment on LeBron’s post, sharing his […]

Part of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James’ move to the West Coast was to fulfill his movie-making dreams. Now the 35-year-old three-time NBA champion unveiled just the tip of the iceberg to the long-awaited sequel to the cult classic “Space Jam.” James shared a clip on his Instagram on Thursday afternoon of the quarantined […]

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban defended the Los Angeles Lakers after they received and consequently returned a $4.6 million coronavirus relief loan from a federal government program intended to help small businesses. The Mavs owner quickly pivoted to putting blame on the treasury for not putting enough parameters to ensure those really affected by the […]

LeBron James quickly got wind of a recent report signaling that executives and agents around the league are pushing for the cancelation of the 2019-20 season. The Los Angeles Lakers star omnipotently denied that agents and executives would want that as an outcome for the season, taking to Twitter to appease his grievances: Saw some […]

The Last Dance documentary sparked renewed interest in Michael Jordan and his Chicago Bulls dynasty he helped curate. The documentary highlights the difficulties of the Bulls sixth and final championship during their run, as well as Jordan’s intense competitive drive. While Jordan’s accomplishments and spirit of competition can’t be disputed, his place in history has […]

There are few bigger upsets in recent NBA Finals history than that of the Detroit Pistons in 2004. Despite being huge underdogs, the Pistons were still able to defeat a powerhouse side in the Los Angeles Lakers en route to their third title in franchise history. Recently, five-time All-Star point guard Chauncey Billups, who happened […]

The date was November 7, 1991. It was seemingly just like any other in basketball circles. The NBA regular season had just started, with Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls looking to defend their championship. It is a day in history when people too young to remember will inevitably ask their elders why Magic Johnson […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are among the most historic franchises in the NBA. Since being established in 1947 — then the Minneapolis Lakers — the organization has 16 championships to its name, second only to the Boston Celtics’ record of 17 titles. Lakers championship runs are so common, they’re nearly no big deal. Nevertheless, there’s […]