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The Los Angeles Lakers had high expectations for Lonzo Ball when they selected him with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. At times, the Southern California native showed flashes of brilliance. In fact, he averaged 7.2 assists in his rookie season and appeared to be progressing well, though he struggled from […]

New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball is acutely aware that his time in The City of Angels was coming to a close. The former No. 2 overall pick knew the Los Angeles Lakers would part ways with him at some point, never double-guessing if he would be traded, but rather when he would be. “It […]

Andre Iguodala is expected to pick one of the Los Angeles teams if he is bought out by the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Grizzlies continue to pursue trade avenues while he remains away from the team, but if they find themselves unable to notch one, they would likely resort to working […]

Some of the most noteworthy names from the Los Angeles Lakers camp were one of the first to congratulate Elena Delle Donne and the Washington Mystics for their recent success in the WNBA. After securing the title following a 89-78 series-clinching Game 5 victory against the Connecticut Sun, Delle Donne and company were congratulated by […]

Gilbert Arenas joined Knuckleheads with Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles, and Arenas noted his desire to see the Lakers deploy an ultra-big lineup in the coming season to help them win a title. This lineup would consist of LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma, Anthony Davis, Dwight Howard and JaVale McGee. For now, it doesn’t appear as […]

One man who has been relatively out of the spotlight over the past few months is LaVar Ball. However, the Ball family patriarch appears to be trying his very best to gain as much attention as he possibly can with his recent statement pertaining to the New Orleans’ Pelicans chances of winning the NBA title […]

The NBA will cancel their media availability for the rest of their China trip, noting their athletes have been put in a difficult position of commenting on international affairs that extend beyond their realm of expertise, considering the situation is still fluid. The Los Angeles Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets are still scheduled to play […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving is slated to miss Saturday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers in Shenzhen, China with a facial contusion, according to Ian Begley of SNY. Nets teammate Caris LeVert, who was poked in the eye during Thursday’s game, is questionable to play in the second of two games against the purple […]

In at least one recent stop, Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard would intentionally whiff on screens if he knew the next option was a post up for him, according to John Hollinger of The Athletic. Howard is on a non-guaranteed contract with the Lakers and can be cut at any time if he becomes […]

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Danny Green and Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard won’t be teammates this season for the first time in Leonard’s career. Leonard and Green were teammates on the San Antonio Spurs for seven seasons and played one year together on the Toronto Raptors. The duo split up this summer after […]

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Danny Green knows there are a handful of elite teams in the Western Conference this season. Everyone wants to see the Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers meet in the 2020 Western Conference Finals. Green, a two-time NBA champion, claims the Lakers don’t view the Clippers as rivals and aren’t worried […]

Danny Green says the chemistry of the Los Angeles Lakers is off to a good start. Green says everyone on the Lakers is excited to be around each other. The sharpshooter, who has won two championships, knows how important team chemistry is in the NBA. “I put a lot into chemistry and I think Bron […]

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Danny Green says he and star LeBron James won’t be bringing back their handshake and dance routines from when they were teammates on the Cleveland Cavaliers during James’ first stint with the Cavs. Green says he and LeBron are older now and have to save their energy for the games: […]

Danny Green says signing with the Los Angeles Lakers this summer “covered all the bases for me.” Green signed a two-year, $30 million deal with the Lakers after playing with the Toronto Raptors last season. “I think the same that it comes down for everyone. Obviously, it’s the best city to thrive in career-wise. Continue […]

With superstar players like LeBron James and Anthony Davis on the roster, the Los Angeles Lakers are already being viewed as one of the more dangerous teams in the NBA for the 2019-20 campaign. Having two All-Stars is certainly nice, but the Lakers will also have several important role players, including Rajon Rondo. Rondo joined […]

Dwight Howard pulled yet another (unintentional) trick out of the bag, throwing down a thunderous dunk during the layups lines before the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Brooklyn Nets in Shanghai, China. The center elevated for a dunk after tossing the ball off the glass, only to bust out of his warmups while airborne, […]

The preseason game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets in Shanghai, China will go on as initially scheduled, but not without a catch. The corporate logos have been removed from the floor after many had pulled out their support for the NBA and the media availability before and after the game has […]

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has been ruled out of the rest of Monday’s preseason game against the Lakers in Shanghai, China. The All-Star floor general took a shot to the face from Rajon Rondo after just one minute of action, re-aggravating a facial fracture he sustained during a pickup game earlier in the […]

As of now, all indications are the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets game in China on Thursday will go on as scheduled, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey voiced support on Twitter for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. As a result, the NBA’s relationship with […]

Though there is still tension from Daryl Morey’s now-deleted tweet, China is not planning on cancelling the NBA’s preseason matchups between the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets, according to a report from Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today. As of now, NBA preseason games in China between Nets and Lakers are still scheduled to be […]

The controversy between the NBA and China continues to swirl as the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets prepare for a pair of exhibition games in the country. In the latest development, the Lakers’ NBA Cares event scheduled on Wednesday was canceled, per ESPN. According to the report, the decision to cancel the event, which […]

The NBA is currently in the midst of some serious controversy as the league’s relationship with China, a country that closely follows professional basketball in the United States. Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey tweeted some thoughts in support of Hong Kong protestors — a sensitive topic in China — over the weekend, which has […]

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka believes NBA front offices should treat “superstars like partners.” This summer, Pelinka closely worked with Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis during the free agency process, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Pelinka, who says that treating “superstars like partners” is a mentality that front offices must […]

It turns out Kendrick Perkins played a big role in helping convince Anthony Davis pick Rich Paul of Klutch Sports as his new agent. Back in 2015, Perkins and Davis played one season on the New Orleans Pelicans. That’s when the now-ESPN analyst would brag about LeBron James to Davis. Perkins also introduced Davis to Klutch […]

Anthony Davis was surprised to learn LeBron James was willing to give up his signature No. 23 as the first test of their new partnership within the Los Angeles Lakers. The Brow recalled just how it all went down during a late night dinner, outside of Jon & Vinny’s Italian restaurant in Brentwood, California: “It […]

Anthony Davis has long favored a move to the Los Angeles Lakers, and now that he’s gotten his wish, he’s also basked in the growing expectations that comes with being part of the franchise — as the Ws he puts up on the win-loss column will count for more than his stat line. “I think […]

Kevin Durant has faith in the LA Clippers edging the Los Angeles Lakers for the top spot in the Western Conference, now that he’s made his move to the East to join the Brooklyn Nets. The two-time Finals MVP appeared on EBRO In The Morning on Hot97 FM, giving the Clips the ultimate vote of […]

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka made the satisfaction of his star players his biggest priority upon acquiring Anthony Davis in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans and being left with a hollowed-out roster left to fill. Davis admits Pelinka was in touch, perhaps a little too in touch, comparing him to a […]

Rich Paul had plenty to say about his Klutch Sports client, Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis, in an interview with ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. Paul lauded Davis for his greatness, but perhaps went a bit too far with his praise. The known superstar agent prompted that the Milwaukee Bucks would have reached the NBA Finals […]

New Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis was hopeful to make his debut in The City of Angels while boasting a Big Three consisting of LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, and himself. The hope was alive during the opening days of free agency, admitting he reached out to the Finals MVP, hoping to start some sort […]

New Orleans Pelicans executive VP of basketball operations David Griffin has nothing but gratitude for Anthony Davis’ agent, Rich Paul, who cleared the way for the Los Angeles Lakers to be the only team his organization would deal with. Griffin, who had worked with Paul in the past, thanked the agent for clearing the way […]

Despite Los Angeles Lakers manifesting an Anthony Davis trade to their beloved purple and gold, general manager Rob Pelinka had his share of roller-coaster moments trying to bring that dream into a reality. The Lakers executive explained how the coin almost turned on the wrong end during negotiations: “Major NBA trades live on the edge […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ secondary goal in the offseason was to surround LeBron James with veterans with high basketball IQ, and one of the team’s first signings was Jared Dudley. Head coach Frank Vogel believes that the 12-year veteran will play a key role for the Purple and Gold this season, per Christian Rivas of […]

Most NBA fans have already made their predictions on which player and what team will succeed in the upcoming season. Now, NBA legend Detlef Schrempf gives his picks as to which team will most likely make it to the conference finals and who will win the league MVP award. Per Abhishek Nair of GQ India: […]

Former NBA guard and current ESPN analyst Jalen Rose is picking the Los Angeles Lakers to win it all this season. Rose liked what he saw from the Lakers in their preseason opener against the Golden State Warriors. LeBron James and Anthony Davis were unstoppable, a trend Rose sees happening all season. Davis put up […]

Toronto Raptors big man Marc Gasol says he would add the athleticism of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James to his game if he could borrow one skill from any player in the NBA. James, who is arguably the most athletic player in league history, is still a force of nature despite being 34 years […]

Brooklyn Nets star point guard Kyrie Irving was among the players who trained with Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant at an invite-only camp in August. Bryant hosted the Mamba Pro Invitational, a multi-day performance and basketball camp for some of the best players in the NBA. Attendees did strength training, on-court training and video […]

Kyle Kuzma first got to play with one of his idols in LeBron James during his second year in the league. Kuzma’s experience was starkly different than draftmate and former Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball as to how he dealt with being able to play alongside someone he looked up to growing up: […]

Never meet your idols is as common a phrase in today’s day as any. Yet this piece of not-so-crisp advice is actually true for the likes of New Orleans Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball, who patterned his game after LeBron James, only to play alongside him for the first time with the Los Angeles Lakers and […]