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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was on fire Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs, hitting five straight triples in an incredible stretch in the fourth quarter. Sure enough, when LeBron hit his fifth consecutive shot from downtown, the Lakers players mobbed him rightfully. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, however, wasn’t happy. LEBRON JAMES IS UNCONSCIOUS […]

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum was with his dad Justin Tatum on the day that they found about Kobe Bryant’s passing. According to the elder Tatum, he saw his son’s “soul leave” the moment they found that the news was real. “I just (saw) his soul leave,” Justin Tatum told NBC Sports Boston in an […]

The Sacramento Kings are reportedly unlikely to accept a Bogdan Bogdanovic for Kyle Kuzma trade with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee. Both Bogdanovic and Kuzma’s names have been in trade talks for the past month with several packages being discussed, but mostly a straight-up swap between the two […]

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly will only trade small forward Kyle Kuzma for a high-end rotation player, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. The New York Knicks have had exploratory conversations with the Lakers on Kuzma: Shams Charania on Kyle Kuzma: "I haven't gotten a sense that they're actively trying to shop […]

Serving as the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs since 1996, Gregg Popovich has had his heart broken many times by Kobe Bryant’s on-court heroics during the Spurs and Los Angeles Lakers’ plenty of iconic battles over the years. That pain resonated for the 71-year-old legendary mentor last week, as he came to grips […]

FS1’s Chris Broussard forgot that veteran point guard Jeff Teague isn’t on the Minnesota Timberwolves anymore while discussing a trade involving Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma. Broussard said the Lakers should trade Kuzma to the Timberwolves for Teague and small forward Robert Covington. However, Minnesota traded Teague to the Atlanta Hawks on Jan. 16. […]

The goal of every NBA team is to make the NBA Finals, and they’re more than happy to do that with what they’ve got. Whenever the trade deadline approaches, there are teams who are more than willing to make moves in order to get the piece they lack for a successful run. While trades ideally […]

There’s been a running gag among NBA fan circles about how no LeBron James teammate is safe when the trade deadline comes. With this season’s deadline coming swiftly, multiple memes have already spawned about the possible fate of Los Angeles Lakers’ current group. LeBron James, after all, is believed to have full control over front […]

ESPN is publishing a special 96-page commemorative magazine issue devoted to the life of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. The network stopped publishing ESPN the Magazine in September, though they are set to release several commemorative issues throughout the year. The Kobe story will feature anecdotes, essays and photographs of the late Lakers superstar. […]

The New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers have discussed a trade surrounding third-year forward Kyle Kuzma, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Knicks have had exploratory conversations on Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma, league sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 4, 2020 The Knicks’ interest in the former first-round pick from […]

The Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets are among the teams interested in veteran point guard Darren Collison, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Collison is considering a February return to the NBA and the Lakers and Clippers are emerging as his two preferred destinations: The Lakers, Clippers, Sixers and […]

It looks like Darren Collison will be coming out of retirement, and he wants to play for either the Los Angeles Clippers or the Los Angeles Lakers. Of course, nothing is set in stone yet, but Collison seems ready to return. However, he made in known that he does not want to leave the Los […]

EL SEGUNDO – The NBA trade deadline is only days away with teams around the league having until 12 p.m. PST to conclude their business to improve their rosters. The Los Angeles Lakers, as per usual, have had a few trade rumors swirling ahead of the deadline, with Kyle Kuzma being the name mentioned the […]

After a tough stretch for the Los Angeles Lakers in which the team lost Kobe Bryant to a tragic helicopter accident, the storied franchise is trying to get back on track while honoring the future Hall of Famer. LeBron James has taken a step in the right direction to do just that with some positive […]

Darren Collison is still planning to come out of retirement, and he’s hoping to make his decision in the near future. The former NBA point guard, who announced his retirement from the game of basketball over the summer, is hoping to sign with either the Los Angeles Lakers or Los Angeles Clippers after the All-Star […]

As the world continues to mourn the loss of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, the impact he had on people remains profound as some have taken what they learned from him and apply it to their life on a daily basis. Shaquille O’Neal’s son, Shareef O’Neal, is one of the last people in contact […]

The New York Knicks fired Steve Mills from his post as team president on Tuesday, and now, they are actively looking for a replacement. While Knicks fans may want owner James Dolan to try and pry Masai Ujiri away from the Toronto Raptors, Dolan may be thinking of going in a different direction. According to […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been compared to some of the best players in NBA history leading back to his time at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson are the two legendary icons that regularly get mentioned when it comes to comparing James to great players of the past. […]

Like many others have chosen to do, Javal McGee sent out a heartfelt tribute to Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, who died in a tragic helicopter accident outside Los Angeles just over a week ago. McGee, who signed with the Lakers in July of 2018, noted that he’s “trying to push forward,” but he’s still in […]

LOS ANGELES – Gregg Popovich and the San Antonio Spurs visited Staples Center for the first time since the tragic passing of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. The Spurs faced the Clippers on Monday night and will face Bryant’s former team on Tuesday night. Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven other people died in […]

San Antonio Spurs guard DeMar DeRozan was one of the many NBA players left devastated upon the passing of iconic basketball figure and Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant. More than a week removed from the tragedy that claimed Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others, DeRozan made sure to continue honoring Bryant’s memory on […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been through a lot this 2019-20 NBA season. However, despite the strong team chemistry they have developed, it seems the front office is still looking for any ways they can make improvements to the roster. Although the Lakers ushered in some serious turnover in the offseason, they have meshed together […]

Los Angeles Lakers veteran forward Jared Dudley is coming to the defense of Andre Iguodala, who won’t play a single game for the Memphis Grizzlies this season despite being part of the roster. On Monday, a report from David Aldridge of The Athletic said Iguodala is prepared to sit out the remainder of the season […]

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker spoke about how Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant impacted his life. Like he was to many, Bryant was Booker’s idol growing up. Devin Booker on Kobe Bryant: He changed my life and not just on the court. Following his mentality, his footwork, his passion for the game, his […]

Memphis Grizzlies swingman Andre Iguodala has yet to log-in a single second in the 2019-20 NBA regular season. The three-time NBA champion is one of the biggest names expected to be on the move in the NBA trade deadline which ends on Thursday. Since being traded away by the Golden State Warriors over the summer, […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was DeMar DeRozan’s idol growing up, so Kobe’s tragic death impacted the San Antonio Spurs guard very deeply. DeRozan is back home in Los Angeles, as the Spurs are taking on the Los Angeles Clippers. The All-Star guard arrived to Staples Center in a purple No. 8 Kobe jersey: […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James says there were some “eerie” Kobe Bryant numerologies during Saturday’s win over the Sacramento Kings. LeBron talked about it with Lakers reporters on Monday after practice, via Dave McMenamin of ESPN: In the meantime, there continue to be signs of Kobe Bryant everywhere from the KB and Nos. 8 […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James says LA’s brotherhood is what’s getting them through Kobe Bryant’s tragic death. Reminders of Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna are all around the Lakers: “Being together,” James said, via SI. “That’s it. Just being together. Being one unit. There is no way any individual can do it on […]

NBA 2K20 has added the Kobe Bryant “KB” jersey patch, honoring Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. NBA 2K20 has added the Kobe Bryant ‘KB’ jersey patch pic.twitter.com/pbUcIy4uSH — Steve Noah (@Steve_OS) February 3, 2020 The Kobe tributes are going to last all season. His tragic death has impacted the NBA world and no one […]

The 2020 NBA All-Star Game will honor the late Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James’ team at the All-Star game will wear No. 2 to honor Gigi, while Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team will wear No. 24 to honor Kobe. LeBron James’ squad in the #NBA All-Star Game will be wearing No. […]

NBA commissioner Adam Silver implemented swift and big changes to the All-Star Game in the wake of Kobe Bryant’s passing, including a nod the Los Angeles Lakers great and his daughter, two of nine passengers that died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26. The new NBA All-Star Game will follow part of a modified […]

One man who seems likely to switch sides before the February 6 trade deadline is Sacramento Kings shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic. The 27-year-old has been the subject of several trade rumors of late, with teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and the Charlotte Hornets showing some serious interest in trading for the third-year man. This […]

After watching on the sidelines as his Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers, running back LeSean McCoy made sure to honor Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. McCoy notably donned a No.8 Lakers jersey –which Kobe wore in the early part of his career — while celebrating with […]

It’s that time of the year again when NBA fans keep refreshing their social media feeds for the latest and hottest “Woj bombs” out there. We’re talking about the NBA trade deadline set this upcoming Thursday, February 6. NBA contenders will once again look to shore up their rosters in a bid for a strong […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James took to Twitter to congratulate head coach Andy Reid after guiding the Kansas City Chiefs to Super Bowl glory. It was Reid’s first Super Bowl championship, and LeBron made it known how ecstatic he is for the achievement. Happy as hell for the big guy Andy Reid!! Congrats Coach!!! […]

Professional tennis star Novak Djokovic took some time out of his victory speech to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant after Djokovic captured his eighth Australian Open title on Sunday. Djokovic said Bryant’s death is a reminder to the world that moments with family and friends are precious, and said it is “important to be conscious […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and the eight other victims of last Sunday’s fatal helicopter crash were honored prior to Super Bowl LIV. The names of the victims were flashed on one of the video boards alongside a picture of Bryant and his daughter Gianna, who were among those who perished in the tragic […]

The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world. And on Sunday night, the outside of the building was adorned with purple and gold lighting, as well as an image of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna Bryant. Dubai displayed a tribute to Kobe and Gigi on the tallest building […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jared Dudley was signed this past summer to infuse an added veteran presence into a roster that has been mostly reliant on the old heads. Dudley is playing just over eight minutes per game in 34 appearances this year, but he is plenty willing to take on all comers. He has […]