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LOS ANGELES – LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have been through a lot over the past few weeks. Kobe Bryant’s passing rocked this team and the city of Los Angeles to its core, making it incredibly tough to get back to concentrating on the task at hand. Fortunately for the Lakers, the NBA […]

With the 2020 Summer Olympics set to take place in Tokyo, Japan between late July and early August, the United States is surely primed to dominate the competition in a variety of different events — men’s basketball included. Only recently, Team USA narrowed down its list of players to 44 finalists with the 2020 Sumner […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues his ascent in the NBA’s all-time categories. On Monday, the 35-year-old forward moved up the ladder of career made free throws, overtaking the legendary Michael Jordan for fifth place. James notched his 7,328th free-throw made in the Lakers’ game against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center. Congrats to […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers search for backcourt reinforcements, they will reportedly have an “exploratory conversation” with Dion Waiters. Update in story via @WindhorstESPN and me: Lakers expected to have exploratory conversation with Dion Waiters in near future. https://t.co/V1bBRirHX3 — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) February 10, 2020 Despite having the West’s best record (39-12, 6-5 over […]

Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis got Kobe Bryant tattoos to honor the late Lakers legend. LeBron and AD spoke to Brett Dawson of The Athletic about their Kobe art: “All my tats are something special,” Davis says. “I don’t have any meaningless tats, so knowing how much Kobe meant to me, […]

LeBron James and Kobe Bryant: same dunk, nearly 19 years apart. James threw down a nasty reverse during the Los Angeles Lakers’ Thursday loss to the Houston Rockets in an image eerily similar to one created by Bryant in November of 2001. Kobe and LeBron. Same spot. Same dunk. 👑🐍 (via @Lakers) #Mamba4Life pic.twitter.com/NJYtjPFgaR — […]

In case you missed it, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James delivered this beautiful reverse windmill throwdown on the break against the Houston Rockets on Thursday. That particular dunk was eerily similar to a dunk that late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant pulled off 19 years ago. Lakers fans can’t help but put the two highlights side […]

LeBron James lifted the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday, as he led his side to a hard-fought 125-120 victory against the struggling Golden State Warriors. LeBron and company actually had a tougher time on the evening than what most would have expected, facing a short-handed Dubs side. The Warriors just wouldn’t let up, and it […]

It’s no secret that LeBron James is one of the most decorated superstars in the history of the NBA. At this point in his career, anything that the Los Angeles Lakers superstar accomplishes down the road is just icing on the cake. On Saturday’s 125-120 win over the Golden State Warriors, James padded on his […]

LeBron James and Anthony Davis have become one of the best one-two punch combinations in the NBA. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar tandem have built tremendous chemistry alongside each other in just a short amount of time. However, that wasn’t the case to start the game against the Golden State Warriors. James and Davis had […]

Whether he did it on purpose is unknown, but Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James recreated a classic Kobe Bryant dunk on Thursday against the Houston Rockets at Staples Center. Take a look: Same arena. Same basket. Same dunk. 19 years apart. 💜💛 pic.twitter.com/fj7HRmqv3c — Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) February 8, 2020 The passing of […]

The Los Angeles Lakers fell flat on Thursday night at the Staples Center. The Houston Rockets came to town and handed the top team in the Western Conference a loss on their home floor, 121-111. Although the NBA’s leading scorer, James Harden, had a rough night offensively scoring only 14 points, Russell Westbrook picked up […]

LOS ANGELES – After the NBA trade deadline came and went, the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster looked the same. General manager Rob Pelinka and the team’s front office decided against making a move to shake things up and potentially improve the squad for what could be a championship run. Although the Lakers didn’t make a […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has joined Utah Jazz legend John Stockton and Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Chris Paul as the only players in NBA history with 18,000 points, 9,000 assists and 2,000 steals. LeBron joined the club on Thursday against the Houston Rockets in the first quarter: LeBron James joins John Stockton […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James were the top overall NBA All-Star vote-getters in the Eastern and Western Conference. On Thursday afternoon, the teams they selected were announced on an pregame episode of NBA on TNT. To very little surprise, James selected Lakers teammate — and Chicago native — Anthony Davis with the top pick. In […]

Lakers superstar was asked to give his reaction to the trade that sent Andre Iguodala to the Miami Heat. James, a two-time champion with the Heat (2012 and 2013), believes the deal makes his former team better. “I saw it and I was like, ‘OK.’ I think it makes them a better team because of […]

The NBA will hold its third annual All-Star Draft on Thursday night. LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo, who were voted as captains for this season’s teams, will make their picks live on TNT at 7:00 p.m. ET. James has the first pick in this year’s draft, while Antetokounmpo gets the first shot at the reserves […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers continue to roll with LeBron James and company putting on a clinic against the visiting San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night at the Staples Center. Los Angeles cruised to a 27-point victory over Gregg Popovich’s squad with LeBron having an epic stretch in the fourth quarter to put […]

LOS ANGELES – As the NBA trade deadline approaches, the one player on the Los Angeles Lakers mentioned more than any other in trade rumors is Kyle Kuzma. That cloud of uncertainty has been hanging over Kuzma’s head ever since he became a Laker, and this year might be when he’s finally traded elsewhere. Although […]

The San Antonio Spurs struggled on Tuesday and suffered a heavy 129-102 defeat against the Los Angeles Lakers. Following the contest, Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was asked to give his thoughts on the recently concluded matchup, particularly with regards to the outstanding performance of LeBron James on the evening. Coach Pop did not appear […]

Retired NBA player Dwyane Wade has found a new gig as the newest analyst for the revered TNT crew. Interestingly, however, his on-camera debut saw him interviewing his good friend, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. As seen in a hilarious clip shared by Sports Illustrated on Twitter, LeBron suggested several neophyte-hazing tips to the […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was on fire Tuesday against the San Antonio Spurs, hitting five straight triples in an incredible stretch in the fourth quarter. Sure enough, when LeBron hit his fifth consecutive shot from downtown, the Lakers players mobbed him rightfully. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, however, wasn’t happy. LEBRON JAMES IS UNCONSCIOUS […]

There’s been a running gag among NBA fan circles about how no LeBron James teammate is safe when the trade deadline comes. With this season’s deadline coming swiftly, multiple memes have already spawned about the possible fate of Los Angeles Lakers’ current group. LeBron James, after all, is believed to have full control over front […]

EL SEGUNDO – The NBA trade deadline is only days away with teams around the league having until 12 p.m. PST to conclude their business to improve their rosters. The Los Angeles Lakers, as per usual, have had a few trade rumors swirling ahead of the deadline, with Kyle Kuzma being the name mentioned the […]

After a tough stretch for the Los Angeles Lakers in which the team lost Kobe Bryant to a tragic helicopter accident, the storied franchise is trying to get back on track while honoring the future Hall of Famer. LeBron James has taken a step in the right direction to do just that with some positive […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been compared to some of the best players in NBA history leading back to his time at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson are the two legendary icons that regularly get mentioned when it comes to comparing James to great players of the past. […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James says there were some “eerie” Kobe Bryant numerologies during Saturday’s win over the Sacramento Kings. LeBron talked about it with Lakers reporters on Monday after practice, via Dave McMenamin of ESPN: In the meantime, there continue to be signs of Kobe Bryant everywhere from the KB and Nos. 8 […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James says LA’s brotherhood is what’s getting them through Kobe Bryant’s tragic death. Reminders of Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna are all around the Lakers: “Being together,” James said, via SI. “That’s it. Just being together. Being one unit. There is no way any individual can do it on […]

The 2020 NBA All-Star Game will honor the late Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James’ team at the All-Star game will wear No. 2 to honor Gigi, while Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team will wear No. 24 to honor Kobe. LeBron James’ squad in the #NBA All-Star Game will be wearing No. […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James took to Twitter to congratulate head coach Andy Reid after guiding the Kansas City Chiefs to Super Bowl glory. It was Reid’s first Super Bowl championship, and LeBron made it known how ecstatic he is for the achievement. Happy as hell for the big guy Andy Reid!! Congrats Coach!!! […]

All eyes were glued to the Super Bowl LIV matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday. Apart from the thrilling championship game, fans around the world were also pumped up for the highly anticipated halftime show featuring pop icons Shakira and Jennifer […]

The Los Angeles Lakers paid tribute to Kobe Bryant on Friday night at the Staples Center as they hosted the Portland Trail Blazers. The Staples Center was filled with Kobe jerseys as they putting together a video tribute that spanned Bryant’s 20-year career in L.A. as well as his transition to post-retirement life. But one […]

After nearly a week of mourning and trying to come to grips with the passing of Kobe Bryant, the Los Angeles Lakers got back to work on the basketball on Friday night. Despite the time away, it didn’t make it any easier for LeBron James and his teammates to hold back the tears during a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ two best players, LeBron James and Anthony Davis, shared a touching moment during the team’s tribute to fallen icon Kobe Bryant on Friday. The pair of superstars, who were both donning Bryant’s jersey ahead of their game versus the Portland Trail Blazers, hugged and shared some words for one another before […]

In his first game since the tragic death of Kobe Bryant this weekend, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James took the time to give a pregame speech as a tribute to the late NBA legend. Lakers’ LeBron James concludes his pregame tribute to Kobe Bryant: “In the words of Kobe Bryant, ‘Mamba out.’ But in […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers entered Friday’s home game versus the Portland Trail Blazers with a whirlwind of emotions following the tragic death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant. During the national anthem inside Staples Center, James let all the emotions out as he shed tears for his dearest friend. The four-time MVP even […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is indeed a true leader both on and off the court. Lakers head coach Frank Vogel can attest to that fact, claiming that James has been a tower of strength for everyone throughout these tough times. Frank Vogel on LeBron James: “I think he’s been really a tower of […]

As a tribute to the late Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James revealed on his latest Instagram post that he got a new tattoo. The tattoo, a Black Mamba snake coiling around the numbers 8 and 24 are an obvious tribute to Bryant who was famously nicknamed “The Black Mamba” and wore 8 […]

The 2020 NBA All-Star Game will honor the late Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant, the league announced Friday. Team LeBron will be wearing the No. 2 jersey to honor Gianna and Team Giannis will wear the No. 24 jersey to honor Kobe. All the jerseys will also feature a patch displaying nine stars, representing the […]