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The Los Angeles Lakers may have an easier pathway to acquire Dwight Howard than initially expected, as his current team, the Memphis Grizzlies, is expected to release him eventually, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Howard has shown deep interest in joining the Lakers while the organization is doing its due diligence to find […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ interest in Dwight Howard might not be as significant as others perceive, at least at this point. According to Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, the team’s inquiry about Howard is more “due diligence,” noting that it still very early in their decision making process. Regarding the Lakers and Dwight Howard, a team […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have given the Los Angeles Lakers permission to speak with eight-time All-Star big man Dwight Howard, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Grizzlies are granting the Los Angeles Lakers permission to speak with Dwight Howard, league sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 18, 2019 The Lakers are […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and Dwight Howard reportedly have a mutual interest in a potential reunion, with the former All-Star big man excited about the prospect of returning to LA and playing alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. https://twitter.com/ShowtimeForum/status/1163191947781033984 Howard played for the Lakers during the 2012-13 campaign and then left the following season to […]

Shams Charania of The Athletic dropped a bomb on Lakers Nation when he reported that the Los Angeles Lakers are seeking permission to talk with Dwight Howard on a potential reunion, adding that there is mutual interest on both sides. The Lakers are expected to request permission soon to speak to Dwight Howard and there's […]

While Hollywood A-list director Quentin Tarantino’s latest film, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” has generally been receiving rave reviews from critics and casual movie-goers alike, one man who does not appear to be too hot on Tarantino’s latest film is no less than basketball Hall of Famer Kareem Adbul-Jabbar. Abdul-Jabbar, who himself spent a […]

Shaquille O’Neal had a storied Hall of Fame career filled with a plethora of accomplishments: four NBA championships, three Finals MVPs, a league MVP, and 14 All-NBA honors to name a few. Likewise, Shaq also played with plenty of teammates throughout his 19-year NBA career. Guys like Kobe Bryant, Penny Hardaway and Dwyane Wade. Some […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly seeking permission to speak with Dwight Howard in respond to DeMarcus Cousins suffering an ACL tear. According to the initial reporting, the interest is mutual. The Lakers are expected to request permission soon to speak to Dwight Howard and there's mutual interest between the eight-time All-Star and L.A. in […]

Kyle Kuzma was feeling good about his OOTD and decided to post a mirror selfie on Instagram. Unfortunately for the Los Angeles Lakers forward, he gets roasted by some of his friends. His new Lakers teammate Anthony Davis sarcastically asked him what he had on. He also drew some flak from some of his Team […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly seriously considering acquiring Dwight Howard to fill the void left by injured center DeMarcus Cousins, according to Rohan Nadkarni of Sports Illustrated. Cousins tore his left ACL in Las Vegas during a pick-up game, so he’ll miss the entire 2019-20 season. A name I’m hearing the Lakers are seriously […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James is the clear leader on social media among his NBA peers, and it’s not even close. According to Forbes, James has nearly 70 million more followers on social media than the next biggest NBA star, Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry. LeBron James has around 51 […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ stubborn insistence that Anthony Davis won’t play major minutes at center this season complicates matters for his teammates and coaching staff, especially in wake of a torn ACL that will rob DeMarcus Cousins of an opportunity to re-stake his claim as one of the league’s most dynamic big men. Offensively, it’s […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has made great friendships with players handled his agent, Rich Paul, and one of the guys he built a tight bond with is San Antonio Spurs rising Star Dejounte Murray. In a report by News4SanAntonio.com, Murray admitted that he idolized James ever since the latter came into the league […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma is glad to have taken the call from Team USA to take part in training camp, as he’s already been learning the ropes of playing in multiple positions during his brief stint with USA Basketball. The rangy forward likes to have this versatility as a weapon, something he can […]

Houston Rockets forward PJ Tucker lamented the injury to Los Angeles Lakers big man DeMarcus Cousins, who suffered a torn ACL during a rec game in Las Vegas on Monday, later to discover the full extent of the damage upon examination when he came back to Los Angeles. Cousins has now suffered three major injuries […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has learned a lot during a two-week process in training camp with Team USA, aware that despite the recent dropouts from their commitment to this gold medal chase, the Americans will still be the team in every country’s crosshairs. “For us, we’re going to be the hunted. That’s how […]

In the wake of DeMarcus Cousins’s torn ACL injury, his would-be frontcourt partner Anthony Davis is not expected to play, nor do the Los Angeles Lakers want him to log more minutes at center, according to Jared Greenberg of NBA TV. The Lakers only have one true center in JaVale McGee and while he likely […]

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a major blow following reports that Demarcus Cousins suffered a torn ACL during a workout in Las Vegas recently. So far, no timeline has been given on when the four-time NBA All-Star will undergo surgery, although the usual recovery period for a torn ACL is typically one year. Shams Charania […]

Kyle Kuzma has quickly found his role with Team USA, only less than two weeks since training camp started. The Los Angeles Lakers forward claims he’s figured out what will be his contribution to this team moving forward. “Defensive rebounding, that’s going to be my calling card with this team,” said Kuzma, according to USA […]

Bronny James, son of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, yelled ‘Steph’ after hitting a 3-point shot from the bench while sitting down. Peep the clip posted by ballislife.com. Apart from yelling ‘Steph,’ he also did the Golden State Warriors star’s signature chest pump and pointed upwards to the sky. Bronny hits the three from […]

The Los Angeles Lakers lost center DeMarcus Cousins to an ACL injury before the 2019-20 season started. Cousins tore his left ACL playing in a pick-up game in Las Vegas. The four-time All-Star, who signed a one-year deal with the Lakers this summer in free agency, will miss the entire 2019-20 campaign. “Big loss,” one […]

Houston Rockets defensive ace PJ Tucker thinks Los Angeles Lakers small forward Kyle Kuzma has a chance to be a “good two-way player.” Tucker, one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA, has been impressed by Kuzma’s defensive skills at Team USA practices. Asked respected defender PJ Tucker about Kuz, who’s been focusing on […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr says he’s “devastated” for Los Angeles Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins, who suffered a torn ACL and will miss the entire 2019-20 season. Cousins played for Kerr and the Warriors last season. Warriors’ Steve Kerr on DeMarcus Cousins’ knee injury: “I’m devastated for DeMarcus. It’s been a couple of […]

Los Angeles Lakers small forward Kyle Kuzma says he feels really bad for DeMarcus Cousins, who tore his left ACL in a workout and will miss the entire 2019-20 season. Cousins signed a one-year deal with the Lakers this summer after playing with the Golden State Warriors last season. Kuzma said it was hard to […]

With DeMarcus Cousins suffering an ACL injury, a roster spot suddenly opened up for the Los Angeles Lakers. With JaVale McGee as the only true center on the team right now, the Purple and Gold will most probably look for someone who can provide a significant amount of production at the five. However, most of […]

Los Angeles Lakers small forward Kyle Kuzma says Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox is “the quickest player in the league.” Kuzma, who was also part of the 2017 NBA Draft like Fox, says the Kings have a guy who “wants it” running their offense. “I think his overall confidence, I think the way he […]

Los Angeles Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins’ agent has confirmed that Boogie tore his ACL. Cousins tore his left ACL during a workout. He will miss the entire 2019-20 season. Test results are conclusive today in Los Angeles: Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins has suffered a torn left ACL, agent Jeff Schwartz of @excelsm tells ESPN — […]

Los Angeles Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins reportedly suffered an ACL injury during a workout session in Las Vegas on Monday morning. In light of this unfortunate news, several players from the around the NBA have reacted to the devastating news. This includes Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal, Wizards guard Isaiah Thomas, Denver Nuggets guard Jamal […]

DeMarcus Cousins suffered a torn ACL during a practice session in Las Vegas on Monday, flying back to Los Angeles to get a proper diagnostic after bumping knees with another player. This marks the third major lower-body injury he’s had in the last 19 months, a sign that should heavily concern the Los Angeles Lakers, […]

Los Angeles Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins has suffered a torn ACL, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported earlier Thursday that Cousins had suffered a possible knee injury during a workout earlier this week. The big man reportedly bumped knees with somebody else and had to leave the court. […]

Los Angeles Lakers newcomer Kostas Antetokounmpo was the recent recipient of some unwanted news, after it was announced that he was cut from Greece’s FIBA World Cup roster. According to John Askounis of EuroHoops, Antetokounmpo was one of two players that are no longer in contention to make the national side’s final roster. The current […]

When analyzing the changes to the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster over the last two months, it’s quite remarkable. Their starters feature two of the game’s elite in LeBron James and Anthony Davis, along with free-agent acquisition DeMarcus Cousins. Those three players right there can bring a team deep into the playoffs. But we’re looking at […]

Los Angeles Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins has suffered a possible knee injury and will undergo further testing today upon returning to Los Angeles, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Cousins was working out in Las Vegas on Monday when he had to leave the court after “bumping knees” with another player. The 6-foot-11 center was coming […]

Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell praises Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma for the improved defense he has shown in the Team USA training camp. Per Allen Sliwa of ESPN, Mitchell gave Lakers fans something to be excited about. He pointed out that Kuzma is becoming a better defender and has been taking a conscious […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma admits that participating in the Team USA camp is more taxing than a regular training, but he believes it’s way better than playing pickup games this summer. Plenty of NBA stars withdrew from Team USA participation in order to prepare themselves for the upcoming NBA season. However, Kuzma thinks […]

Former NBA player Kendrick Perkins thinks it will be a “scary sight” for the Los Angeles Lakers to see Tyronn Lue serve as an assistant coach for city rivals Los Angeles Clippers. The Lakers lowballed Ty Lue on the offer and now they have to see him on the same bench as Doc… that’s a […]

LeBron James participated in the unveiling of a colorful new basketball court at the school founded by he and his foundation founded in his hometown of Akron, OH on Wednesday. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar not only was in attendance for the official christening of the multi-colored court, which reads “WE ARE FAMILY” in a […]

Pau Gasol now plays for one of the many Western Conference teams that considers itself a rival of the Los Angeles Lakers. Just because the future Hall-of-Famer is with the Portland Trail Blazers, though, hardly means he’s forgotten his place in purple-and-gold lore. Gasol confirmed as much on Wednesday, sending a birthday wish to another […]

Los Angeles Lakers small forward Kyle Kuzma has been enjoying his time with Team USA. Kuzma, the lone Laker with Team USA, says it’s been fun “playing the right way” under head coach Gregg Popovich and with all the star power on the USA team. “We’ve got a deep team. When you play with an […]