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Bleacher Report’s Taylor Rooks caught up with Los Angeles Lakers wing Danny Green, who shared his thoughts on the NBA’s hiatus in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. He also offered support for Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, who was the first NBA player to be diagnosed with the virus and is catching heat for […]

The 2019-20 NBA campaign has been suspended until further notice due to fear over the coronavirus, a decision that was made when Utah Jazz big man Rudy Gobert tested positive earlier in the week. Of course, basketball is not the only thing that has been put on hold, as the NHL season was also suspended, […]

With the suspension of the NBA season, maybe now would be a good time to reflect on some notions or perceptions we no longer spend time to really think about because of how often – or we think how often – it happens. Now that we’re on this boat, perhaps a good question to ponder […]

Recently, the NBA announced that they are currently looking to suspend play for about a month in order to properly address the coronavirus pandemic. There is indeed hope that we will all get to enjoy the spectacle that is the NBA again soon, but the stark reality is that there are no guarantees at this […]

NBA journeyman Iman Shumpert gave one of the best Kobe Bryant story ever, recalling the time he guarded the Los Angeles Lakers legend when he was still with the New York Knicks. Appearing on HOT97’s “Ebro in the Morning,” Shumpert told co-host Peter Rosenberg about the time he felt accomplished guarding the late Bryant through […]

Just like NBA fans miss basketball, Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James misses the fans. James shared NBA commissioner Adam Silvers’ letter to fans on his Instagram page with his own message: LeBron James sharing Adam Silver's letter NBA fans with his own message to the fans. "We miss you guys already." pic.twitter.com/n9untO2zEE […]

Los Angeles Lakers backup guard Alex Caruso is spending his hiatus time playing video games, streaming live on Twitch. Caruso, 26, told viewers watching his live stream he’s going to be a “pro streamer” for the next month. Players, coaches, and NBA organizations lay low, self-isolate and distance to prevent the spread of coronavirus while […]

The Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers and LA Kings of the NHL are partnering up to pay arena workers while the NBA is suspended. Per Kyle Goon and Mirjam Swanson of the Orange County Register, the Lakers, Clippers, Kings and Anschutz Entertainment Group are finalizing the details of their plan that will compensate the […]

The 2019-20 NBA season is officially on hold. The league has decided to suspend the season due to the coronavirus outbreak, and many other professional sports leagues and events have been following the NBA’s lead. One major event that is supposed to take place this summer is the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. The Olympics, […]

After an incredible run by the Los Angeles Lakers to become the top team in the Western Conference with a record of 49-14, the rest of the 2019-20 NBA season has been suspended with no telling when play may resume. With so much uncertainty cast over the league’s immediate future, Lakers players like Alex Caruso […]

Los Angeles Lakers veteran small forward Jared Dudley believes the 2019-20 NBA season will resume at some point. Dudley says he has a source which told him the NBA has no problem resuming the season in the summer: “What I do know, and this is through stuff we’ve had — it’s on the table that […]

The NBA suspended its season as the threat of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to intensify. Much like the rest of the league, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James had some downtime on his hands to stay at home with his family. James, 35, used the break to reminisce about some of the good old […]

Los Angeles Lakers players reportedly came away from a conference call with general manager Rob Pelinka and head coach Frank Vogel that NBA owners want to finish the 2019-20 regular season and postseason, even if it goes as far late as June, July or August, per Brad Turner of the Los Angeles Times. The NBA […]

Los Angeles Lakers big man JaVale McGee has had enough of 2020, and it’s hard not to blame him. 2020 huh? SMH — Javale PIERRE 3Xs McGee (@JaValeMcGee) March 12, 2020 2020 has been terrible for the NBA. First, former NBA commissioner David Stern passed away as a result of a brain hemorrhage. He was […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is clearly frustrated with everything happening in 2020 after the league suspended the NBA season over its first case of coronavirus. Man we cancelling sporting events, school, office work, etc etc. What we really need to cancel is 2020! 🤦🏾‍♂️. Damn it’s been a rough 3 months. God bless […]

New Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Dion Waiters is going to play for the South Bay Lakers on Friday, per Brad Turner of the Los Angeles Times. Waiters has yet to play for the Lakers since signing a minimum deal with the team last week: Sources: Lakers guard Dion Waiters going to play for South […]

Former NBA All-Star Chris Bosh lauded LeBron James on Wednesday afternoon, calling his former teammate the MVP of the league while also labeling the Los Angeles Lakers as his favorite to win the NBA title. After watching LeBron and the Lakers send a message to the league this past weekend, they are my favorite to […]

The Los Angeles Lakers sang happy birthday to forward Anthony Davis after Wednesday’s practice, meaning LeBron James finally had to opportunity to rib Davis for being a year older. Happy Birthday @AntDavis23 🥳 pic.twitter.com/Dwejk6V30g — Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) March 11, 2020 Davis turned 27 years old today. The Chicago native is officially entering his […]

The ranks of the NBA unsigned are sticking together. Jamal Crawford advocated for the Los Angeles Lakers to sign fellow free-agent shooting guard J.R. Smith on Wednesday, citing his familiarity playing with LeBron James along with a number of skill-related attributes: –YES!! Sign that man. Has familiarity with Bron, can guard, knockdown shooter, vet, champion. […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar big man Anthony Davis says having no fans at NBA games would change a lot of things. The NBA and NBPA held a meeting on Wednesday to discuss ways to continue the season without the cancellation or loss of games because of the ongoing coronavirus. The league is beginning to concede, […]

Detroit Pistons shooting guard Langston Galloway will wear custom shoes on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers honoring Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna. #Pistons Langston Galloway will wear these custom kicks tonight honoring Kobe and Gianna Bryant. pic.twitter.com/0dGwIYt4wg — Rod Beard (@detnewsRodBeard) March 11, 2020 It still doesn’t seem real that […]

Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard missed his first game of the season on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets because of a stomach bug. Fortunately, Howard returned to Lakers practice on Wednesday and will play on Thursday versus the Houston Rockets. #Lakers center Dwight Howard was back on the floor today after missing last night’s […]

LeBron James made it a point to serenade Anthony Davis with a few lines of the happy birthday song inside the Lakers locker room on Wednesday. Davis, who celebrates his 27th birthday today, has developed a close relationship with James. Their pairing in Los Angeles has paid off in a big way, as the Lakers […]

Lakers superstar LeBron James sent out a congratulatory tweet to Sierra Canyon boys basketball team for advancing to the California state championship round. James’ son, Bronny, plays for Sierra Canyon, as most of his followers know. However, it was Ziaire Williams’ game-winning shot that sent the Trailblazers through to the championship game. James, who is […]

Houston Rockets point man Russell Westbrook didn’t flinch when prompted to delve into the team’s upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. The fast break demon answered in typical Westbrook fashion, seeing the Lakers as just another blip on the schedule and nothing more: “Just play,” said the Rockets superstar. “We play our game. We’ve […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will take a “cautious” approach with LeBron James’ groin injury, according to Matthew Moreno of Lakers Nation. James has only missed three games this season but played a career-low 55 games in 2018-19 due to a groin injury that kept him out longer than a month. Lakers officials are very aware […]

With the league taking the necessary precautionary measures in response to the coronavirus threat in the United States, media personnel are now no longer allowed to enter team locker rooms before and after games. This new policy has been enforced immediately and was already in full effect on Tuesday night when the Los Angeles Lakers […]

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie had a front row view as he tried to bother Los Angeles Lakers superstar Anthony Davis’ potential game-winning 3-point attempt on Tuesday night. Fortunately for Dinwiddie and the Nets, AD came up short on his triple try and Brooklyn pulled off the stunner and escaped Staples Center with a 104-102 […]

LOS ANGELES – The NBA world was rocked this past summer when the Los Angeles Lakers were able to pair LeBron James with fellow superstar Anthony Davis. The dynamic duo was set, and even though many anticipated a potentially lengthy chemistry building process, these two hit the ground running and never looked back. Davis has […]

LOS ANGELES – Few players in the history of the NBA have been able to be a dominant force on the basketball floor like LeBron James. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar can get it done as a facilitator and a scorer with a basketball I.Q. that is simply off the charts. Although the Lakers lost […]

The coronavirus outbreak and hysteria possibly has huge implications for the immediate future of the NBA. With that said, both Golden State Warriors tactician Steve Kerr and Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel have expressed that they are well aware of how they might have to play games later this season. As a result […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar big man Anthony Davis is one of the best basketball players in the world and one of the more recognizable athletes we have in America. As a result, Davis is a pretty busy guy when he’s not playing basketball for the Lakers. The Chicago native has a bunch of business ventures […]

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie sent out a cheeky tweet on Tuesday, noting that he’s “coming home.” The message led some to believe (check out his mentions) that he would be “coming home” to play for his hometown team — à la LeBron James’ notice to Cavs fans in 2014. In reality, though, it simply […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James joked around with Lakers reporters on Tuesday about the new media and locker room rules because of the coronavirus. All NBA, MLB, MLS and NHL team locker rooms and clubhouses will be open to only players and essential employees until further notice: LeBron misses us pic.twitter.com/sCI6oUaVDU — Kyle Goon (@kylegoon) March […]

After initially saying he wouldn’t play games without fans in the building, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has changed his stance in the wake of increasing concerns over the coronavirus outbreak. After Friday’s game, when asked about the possibility of playing in front of empty arenas, LeBron was pretty adamant that he was against […]

Though he’s technically listed as questionable with a sore left groin, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James told reporters he plans to play in Tuesday night’s game against the Brooklyn Nets: LeBron James, who is listed as questionable, said he’ll play tonight. — Tania Ganguli (@taniaganguli) March 10, 2020 James is coming off the best […]

For weeks, NBA analysts agreed that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was the clear-cut favorite for this season’s MVP Award. Now, however, The Greek Freak is facing competition for this title from the league’s most prominent face, Lakers superstar LeBron James. Though he’s playing in his 17th season, James is showing no signs of regression. […]

Talk about LeBron James quickly rising up as a potential MVP candidate has flooded the news cycle after the Los Angeles Lakers turned out impressive results against their biggest competition. James outplayed Giannis Antetokounmpo on Friday before turning out a similar performance against Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday — quickly ascending […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were prime contenders for the Larry O’Brien Trophy the moment Anthony Davis signed on the dotted line to join LeBron James over the summer. The Bucks and Clippers knew this. The Lakers soon raced to the best record in the Western Conference and managed to stay there, even becoming the first […]