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According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly one of the teams that discussed a potential trade for Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr. Smith and the Mavericks had been working to accommodate a trade for him, but receiving equal value for a talented, former No. 9 overall pick just […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have found themselves in a bit of a crisis. For starters, their prized free agent LeBron James has missed the last two weeks due to injury and now, they will be without point guard Lonzo Ball for 4-6 weeks with an ankle sprain. Now, the Lakers will lean on the veteran leadership of Rajon Rondo […]

It is no secret that Boston Celtics stud Jayson Tatum is a big fan of Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant. As a matter of fact, Tatum even had the honor of working out with Bryant last summer. Fast forward a few months later, and it appears that Tatum has fully imbibed the Mamba Mentality, especially […]

LeBron James is quickly approaching the one-month mark since first suffering a strained groin on Dec. 25 in a blowout of the Golden State Warriors, as the Los Angeles Lakers’ initial day-to-day timeline soon turned into a week-to-week situation. Head coach Luke Walton noted the team won’t plan for James’ return anytime soon. “We’re not […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics unquestionably have one of the biggest rivalries in the NBA. However, being the fiercest of rivals does not mean that there is no mutual respect between these two storied franchises. It’s quite the contrary, actually. Recently, Lakers owner Jeanie Buss shared just how much admiration she has […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant welcomed the praise brought forward by Isaiah Thomas of the Denver Nuggets. Via Twitter, Bryant replied to Thomas’ words of gratitude for him. 🙏🏿 #MambaMentality https://t.co/l6k5fJRR5l — Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) January 23, 2019 Via Instagram and Twitter, Thomas shared how Bryant made him believe that anything is possible — […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James currently has a lot of time in his hands, and one of the things he’s doing is reminiscing on one of his dunks from nine years ago. The three-time NBA champ, who is currently sidelined with a groin injury, took to Twitter to react on a post by Timeless […]

On Monday, the Houston Rockets traded Carmelo Anthony to the Chicago Bulls, ending Anthony’s less-than-glorious stint in H-Town. Not like Melo was actually playing, anyway. He only appeared in 10 games before the Rockets decided to bench him for good in November. The Bulls likely plan to release Anthony, freeing him up to sign with […]

Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor, together with newly-wed husband Anand Ahuja attended the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors. Kapoor, who has starred in films such as Raanjhanaa, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, and Veere Di Wedding, is regarded as one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood. And on Monday, she brought along […]

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball is coming off a highly-publicized breakup with former girlfriend Denise Garcia, with whom he has a baby daughter. However, Garcia’s name has entered the picture once more after a video of her allegedly calling someone out made the rounds recently. The other woman in the video is rumored […]

Fitness Instagrammer Melody Morales shared a special moment with Los Angeles Lakers president Magic Johnson. Morales saw a spike in her popularity during the Lakers’ home game against the Golden State Warriors. Almost everyone lost their mind upon seeing her seated behind LeBron James, not because of any connection with the four-time MVP but due […]

The matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors on Monday night featured plenty of entertainment. Klay Thompson set a record for most consecutive three-pointers made (10) before his first miss, Stephen Curry had one of the most embarrassing sequences of his career, and Ivica Zubac sent the crowd into hysterics with a gem […]

Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant believes the Los Angeles Lakers were beginning to figure out their identity as a team before superstar forward LeBron James went down with a left groin injury. LeBron James suffered the injury on Christmas Day against Kevin Durant and the Warriors at Oracle Arena. Despite losing James in the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been tirelessly trying to dig themselves out of one of the darker periods that the once heralded franchise has ever encountered. While signing former Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat forward LeBron James was certainly quite the start to what can only be categorized as an attempt at an immediate turnaround, […]

Kevin Durant was rather nonchalant after teammate Klay Thompson tied a few NBA records with a scorching 44-point performance against the Los Angeles Lakers, only waiting for the next display of fireworks to come along. The Golden State Warriors sharpshooter shot a blistering 10-of-11 from beyond the arc after catching fire in the third quarter, […]

On Monday afternoon, the Houston Rockets agreed to trade Carmelo Anthony to the Chicago Bulls for cash considerations. However, Anthony will not play a single game for the Bulls, as he is expected to be released. So, where could the fallen All-Star land? NBA legend and TNT analyst Shaquille O’Neal thinks the Los Angeles Lakers […]

Klay Thompson lit Staples Center ablaze with another third quarter for the history books, draining 3-pointer after 3-pointer to incinerate the Los Angeles Lakers for 44 points on 17-of-20 shooting from the floor and an incandescent 10-of-11 from beyond the arc. Asked about what ignited his performance, the Golden State Warriors guard admitted he was […]

Los Angeles Lakers rising center Ivica Zubac has made significant strides in his third season in the NBA. Certainly, this has not gone unnoticed by head coach Luke Walton. Walton said that Zubac has earned himself a bigger role and more minutes due to his better and more consistent play, per Ryan Ward of ClutchPoints: […]

LOS ANGELES – The impressive win over the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day felt like a long time ago on Monday night at the Staples Center. The LeBron-less Los Angeles Lakers played host to the defending NBA champions on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and it resulted in a forgettable night for Luke Walton’s […]

Two supergiants from the sporting world met at Staples Center Monday night when Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao and Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry ran into each other inside the tunnels of the Los Angeles Lakers’ home arena. Here’s Joe Vardon of The Athletic with photographic evidence of the two future Hall of […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton told reporters that Rajon Rondo will return in their next contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. LeBron James is also less likely to be playing with the team by then, per Walton. Luke Walton on Rajon Rondo playing on Thurs vs T’Wolves: “I think Rondo will play Thursday” #Lakers — […]

Boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao were seen at courtside watching the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors. Floyd Mayweather Jr. (@FloydMayweather) AND Manny Pacquiao (@mannypacquiao) in the house tonight at the @StaplesCenter. Rematch forthcoming? #Lakers #Warriors pic.twitter.com/ho2IJEGVnE — Ryan Ward (@RyanWardLA) January 22, 2019 Pacquiao, fresh from his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are known for their history and prestige, so it comes as no surprise that even prominent names in Hollywood are certified Laker fans; take Snoop Dogg for example. The hip-hop icon bleeds purple and gold and he’s always been vocal about his thoughts on what the Lakers need to do every […]

Golden State Warriors All-Star DeMarcus Cousins is playing in only his second game this season against the Los Angeles Lakers. That said, Los Angeles’ third-year center in Ivica Zubac had a rude greeting for him in the second quarter of their matchup, swatting Cousins’ shot and then locking him down to force a shot clock […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton has formally announced that guard Josh Hart will start in place of Lonzo Ball in Monday evening matchup against the defending NBA Champion Golden State Warriors at Staples Center. The team’s regular starter at the point guard position, Lonzo Ball, was spotted at the Lakers’ home arena with […]

The Los Angeles Lakers remain interested in adding Carmelo Anthony, but the franchise doesn’t want to waive a guaranteed player to create a roster spot for the veteran scorer, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The Houston Rockets have reportedly traded Carmelo Anthony to the Chicago Bulls. The Bulls are expected to waive Anthony, which will […]

The Golden State Warriors take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday at Staples Center, and Dubs shooting guard Klay Thompson is eager to get some revenge. The last time the Warriors and Lakers played, LA shocked the world and defeated Golden State at Oracle Arena on Christmas Day by a final score of 127-101. […]

A legitimate argument can be made that the rivalry between Paul Pierce and LeBron James is the greatest one we have seen in recent years. The two stars battled in the playoffs five times and clearly had a dislike for one another on the court while rarely even acknowledging one another off of the floor. […]

Don’t count Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma among those who were afraid when All-Star big man DeMarcus Cousins signed with the Golden State Warriors over the summer. When asked what his thoughts were of Cousins’ deal with the Warriors, Kuzma had this to say: “I’m a competitor so I didn’t really get scared or […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Lonzo Ball suffered a gruesome ankle sprain during the Lakers’ overtime loss to the Houston Rockets on Saturday night and had to be helped off the floor. Ball will be sidelined for four-to-six weeks with the injury, but Kyle Kuzma said that the second-year floor general was actually relieved that the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are in some trouble, to say the least. They were already playing without LeBron James, who has been dealing with a groin injury since Christmas. They have also been sans Rajon Rondo, who is recovering from a second hand surgery this season. Now, you can add Lonzo Ball to the list […]

Many have wondered whether or not Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton is going to make it through the season, but Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr thinks Walton is just fine at the helm: “I know him so well. He’s cut out for this,” said Kerr of Walton, according to Mark Medina […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will have a chance to shoot their best shot this offseason for their main target in New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis. While the purple-and-gold have two recent No. 2 overall picks on their roster, their best young trade asset isn’t Brandon Ingram or Lonzo Ball, but rather their 27th overall […]

Josh Hart, Ivica Zubac, and Moritz Wagner are all rumored to be available in trade discussions with the Los Angeles Lakers. With the trade deadline just a few weeks away, teams around the league are expected to pick up the phone and begin negotiating with other front offices to try and improve their roster as […]

The LeBron James and Rajon Rondo-less Los Angeles Lakers just came from a short but grueling road trip that saw them win against the Oklahoma City Thunder and lose against the Houston Rockets, both in overtime. They return home to host the Golden State Warriors Monday night, and they are expected to be severely shorthanded. […]

According to a former NBA general manager, Kyle Kuzma of the Los Angeles Lakers is the team’s biggest asset among its young core group. The former GM pointed to Kuzma’s offensive talent, noting that he fits today’s basketball standards. Among the Lakers’ young core, which comprises Kuzma, Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, and Josh Hart, the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have confirmed that second-year point guard Lonzo Ball will miss at least a month due to the ankle injury he suffered against the Houston Rockets. According to Ryan Ward of ClutchPoints, Lonzo Ball will be sidelined for about four to six weeks with what the Lakers discovered as a Grade 3 […]

In their latest meeting, the Houston Rockets beat the Los Angeles 138-134 in an overtime thriller. James Harden poured in another impressive performance, notching 48 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. Forty-five games into the season, the Houston Rockets have found themselves in the fifth seed. All the while, LeBron James’ Los Angeles Lakers currently […]

The Golden State Warriors have officially added DeMarcus Cousins to the fold with the veteran center becoming the latest All-Star to be inserted into the Western Conference powerhouse’s rotation. Cousins just made both his Warriors and 2018-19 regular-season debut against the Los Angeles Clippers after spending the last year battling back from a serious Achilles […]