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When the Los Angeles Lakers hired Jason Kidd to be one of head coach Frank Vogel’s assistants, many people began to speculate that Kidd would eventually take Vogel’s job if the team got off to a slow start this season. Because Lakers superstar LeBron James has a previous relationship with Kidd, there was this narrative […]

For a fleeting moment during the offseason, it looked like Kawhi Leonard could have been headed to the Los Angeles Lakers. Of course, in the midnight hour of Leonard trying to make his decision, the Los Angeles Clippers swung a trade to acquire Paul George, which was enough to convince Leonard to join the Clippers […]

Like most of the NBA-loving world, Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Anthony Davis is excited for Tuesday night’s regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Lakers acquired Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans this offseason. The former No. 1 overall pick likened this highly anticipated matchup to Christmas or the first day of school: “It’s […]

When Kawhi Leonard asked the San Antonio Spurs for a trade in 2018, everyone knew he wanted to play in Los Angeles. When the Spurs ultimately dealt him to the Toronto Raptors, everyone knew he wanted to play in Los Angeles. When he hit free agency earlier this summer, everyone knew he wanted to play […]

There has never been a real rivalry between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers. The two teams have never been title contenders at the same time, and the Clippers were never really good enough to ever be seen as a threat to a Lakers fanbase that has seen their team win 16 […]

Much has been made about the type of role JaVale McGee will be playing for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. Many believe that he will be a key cog in L.A.’s defensive schemes this season, and as it appears, teammate Avery Bradley could not agree more. According to the veteran point guard who joined […]

NBA champion JR Smith has been out of the league since July, when the Cavs decided to waive him. The 34-year-old marksman has drawn some interest, but it’s the Lakers who are now intrigued. Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes recently joined Brandon Robinson on the Scoop B. Radio Podcast. Amid their discussion, Haynes reported the Lakers […]

When the Los Angeles Lakers swung a blockbuster trade to acquire Anthony Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans back in June, it was widely assumed that Davis was a shoo-in to re-sign with the Lakers in free agency next summer. However, when Davis began talking about how much he would like to play for the […]

With just two games slated for NBA Opening Night 2019, there is no doubt that the main event of the evening is the matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers. This highly anticipated contest will feature two new-look sides in what should be a great opening salvo with regards to the debate […]

There will be no shortage of superstars on Tuesday night’s opening matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers. The main event of the evening will give us a first look at the new dynamic duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis for the Lakers. At the other end of the floor, […]

Opening night is finally upon us, and to kick things off, we shall be treated to a matchup between two teams whose rivalry dates back to several decades. The Los Angeles Clippers will be hosting the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night, and this contest will showcase two early-season favorites to go all the way […]

LeBron James is primed to enjoy a full NBA season next to a top-five talent in Anthony Davis, and while the two represent an overwhelming load at the offensive end, he knows the secret of this new partnership as part of the Los Angeles Lakers rests in how they play defense. Much has been said […]

It’s no secret that LeBron James is looking forward to the start of the 2019-20 NBA regular season. After missing out on the playoffs last year, “The King” returns in his second year as member of the Los Angeles Lakers with a re-tooled squad that appears to be one of the clear-cut contenders to win […]

Kawhi Leonard caught a lot of people by surprise when he chose the Los Angeles Clippers over Los Angeles Lakers in free agency. However, NBA legend Kobe Bryant is not one of them. Bryant shared his thoughts on what he thinks were the factors that led Leonard to choose the Clippers. According to Kobe, Leonard […]

LOS ANGELES – The NBA preseason is officially in the books for the Los Angeles Lakers with the season-opening showdown with the L.A. Clippers set to take place on Tuesday at the Staples Center. Although everyone on the squad is looking forward to getting the season underway, one Lakers newcomer has something to prove heading […]

The 2019-20 NBA season is right around the corner with teams and players around the league gearing up for another 82-game grind. Along with superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis preparing for the rigors of the season with the Los Angeles Lakers, some players are fighting to make an impression and prove their worth to […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis will have no minutes restrictions to start the season. The Lakers open the 2019-20 season on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Clippers. Media was allowed a quick chat with Anthony Davis today. He seems excited for his first game as a Laker. Elsewhere, Frank Vogel said […]

LOS ANGELES – With just one day remaining until opening night, Doc Rivers, Kawhi Leonard, and the LA Clippers are making their final preparations for the Los Angeles Lakers. Leonard is ‘good to go’ without any minutes limit or restrictions, according to Rivers. However, the team will still be without Paul George and likely Rodney […]

The NBA’s Battle for Los Angeles was one-sided for many years, with the Lakers being the more dominant team. Even in recent years when the Clippers were the better team and the Lakers were a bottom-dweller, Los Angeles remained a Lakers town. This season, however, the Clippers will be looking to swing the narrative a […]

Anthony Davis received his first lesson in work ethic from one of the greatest to ever don a Los Angeles Lakers jersey. The now-primed new big man in town was part of a 2012 Team USA team in which Kobe Bryant took him under his wing, teaching him not only about basketball, but about the […]

The city of Los Angeles has two strong basketball teams in the Clippers and the Lakers. The city will be busy all season long as both teams will be drawing in crowds of fans eager to see all of the team’s stars play. However, everyone knows that the city is still a Lakers town. The […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will officially begin their 2019-20 season against the Los Angeles Clippers, but Danny Green doesn’t want fans to expect too much in the first game. The veteran guard admitted that the team is nowhere near the level they want to be at. He also warned viewers that the first few regular […]

The preseason is over, and now it’s time to play the games that actually matter. For the Los Angeles Lakers, this is what they’ve been waiting for all year long, an opportunity to prove that they’re back in their winning ways. They will be led by four-time MVP LeBron James and All-NBA forward Anthony Davis. […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been teaming up with superstars over the past decade. From Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh with the Miami Heat to this point, where he now has Anthony Davis with him in the Purple and Gold. He was recently asked about the difference between those situations. His answer? It […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will officially be without forward Kyle Kuzma when the once heralded Western Conference franchise opens up its 2019-20 regular season on Tuesday evening. With Kuzma already ruled out for the crosstown affair between the Lakers and rival Los Angeles Clippers, it appears as though the up-and-coming swingman is more than eager […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma suffered an ankle injury while playing for Team USA during the 2019 FIBA World Cup. He has been sidelined for the last two months as a result, but he ‘optimistic’ about the recovery process. “I haven’t really been doing too much, really, for the last two months, so just […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to have a big 2019-20 NBA season after acquiring Anthony Davis via trade this offseason. Davis and LeBron James are primed to be one of the must-watch NBA duos. However, lost in the mix is the role that forward Kyle Kuzma could play in the Lakers’ quest for success. […]

Los Angeles Lakers point guard and viral hero Alex Caruso is currently day-to-day as he nurses a bone contusion on his pelvis, the team announced on Sunday. After additional testing, Alex Caruso (bone contusion, pelvis) is considered day-to-day. — Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) October 20, 2019 The 25-year-old guard appeared in all of the Lakers’ […]

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James had his high school jersey sell for an incredible $187,500 bid at an auction on Saturday night: The jersey LeBron wore for his first SI cover sold for $187,500 early this morning in a @GoldinAuctions sale. Highest price paid for a LeBron jersey yet. pic.twitter.com/ChADQDxsSz — Darren Rovell […]

Self-care is one of the most underrated aspects of being an adult. We must watch what we eat and drink, as it becomes a reflection of how we look. It’s becoming the new norm for the 2010s, and getting the right rest and not overexerting ourselves also play into self-care. For NBA free agent Jamal Crawford, it […]

Nick Young believes the Los Angeles Lakers will win the title and that the Golden State Warriors will miss the playoffs. As the former Lakers and Warriors veteran did an interview with Adam Caparell of Complex, the former NBA champion — he won it with the Warriors — made one of the more surprising season […]

The Los Angeles Lakers did not exactly end the preseason with a bang, as they suffered a 124-103 defeat at the hands of the Golden State Warriors. Even more disappointing is the fact that incoming third-year point guard Alex Caruso has reportedly suffered an injury in the team’s preseason finale. Alex Caruso has a bone […]

The GM survey results are out, and a significant part of those NBA executives voted Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo to win his second straight MVP. However, for former NBA player Stephen Jackson, this season will belong to Los Angeles Lakers big man Anthony Davis. Jackson was recently a guest in The Odd Couple featuring […]

BBB co-founder Alan Foster has claimed Lonzo Ball had torn ligaments in his ankle which needed operation. However, the Los Angeles Lakers prevented any unauthorized procedure, threatening to void the point guard’s contract when he was still with them. Foster made the stunning revelation in a YouTube video uploaded on Oct. 17. In his first […]

Following another preseason defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has given his honest take on the new-look Lakers side. According to Curry, he has been quite impressed by what L.A. has exhibited thus far, as he expects them to be a far more formidable side this […]

Los Angeles Lakers teammates LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Dwight Howard are not quite as tall as they were previously being listed, according to a report from The Athletic. The height differentials aren’t too drastic, but they’re still worth noting: Via Shams Charania of The Athletic: Here are three notable official heights for the Lakers, […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is in hot water after making the comments that he did on Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey. It proves that voicing opinions on a matter as sensitive as the Hong Kong protests can get anyone in trouble. However, there are people all over the league who agree with […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will definitely reach the 50-win mark. As we brace for the beginning of the 2019-20 NBA season, the Lakers were at a projected over/under of 49.5 wins at Westgate as of earlier this week, according to The Action Network, and they have since jumped up to an even 50 wins as […]

The internet had a lot of fun with a play from Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee during the team’s 126-93 preseason win over the Golden State Warriors that went viral. He appeared to feature him faking an injury in order to ‘cherry-pick’ for an open dunk. After appearing as if he was injured by […]