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With Golden State currently holding two first round picks in this year’s NBA Draft, they have gained a ton of leverage in potential trades as they’ll be looking to make some serious changes to their roster this offseason. Two key areas of weakness for the Warriors right now are a lack of size and scoring. […]

If you appreciate the game of basketball, it’s easy to enjoy watching the Los Angeles Clippers. Their offense has been one of the best in franchise history. The team shares the ball, makes their 3-pointers like there’s no tomorrow and just finds ways to score—whether that’s through center Ivica Zubac’s cleanup boards, Luke Kennard’s microwave […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are not quite done adding to the roster after signing Andre Drummond. Los Angeles has a touch more than $1 million to spend to remain under the hard cap. The Lakers have one more spot to fill, and they are expected to fill it with a “3-and-D wing,” per Jovan Buha […]

The Los Angeles Lakers chose to stand pat at Thursday’s trade deadline. That wouldn’t have been surprising up to a week ago, as a fully-healthy Lakers roster led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis is certainly talented enough to repeat as champs. That holds true, but James’ sprained ankle altered the mindset of the Lakers. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are keeping an eye on an old friend in the event he gets bought out. Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported the Lakers could have interest in Avery Bradley after the former Miami Heat guard was dealt to the Houston Rockets as part of the Victor Oladipo trade. McMenamin cited the Rockets […]

The NBA trade deadline is nearly upon us, and the Miami Heat have struck a deal with the Houston Rockets at the buzzer. This is one of the biggest trades to happen this year and likely elevates the Heat to a new level in the Eastern Conference. As for the Rockets, they acquire some nice […]

It’s confirmed that the Miami Heat will be without veteran guard Avery Bradley for as long as a month with the 30-year-old currently dealing with a calf strain. This report comes via NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic: Tough injury news for the Heat: Guard Avery Bradley will miss 3-to-4 weeks with a strained […]

The Miami Heat will have to take on the Boston Celtics without Avery Bradley, as Bradley will have to follow COVID-19 protocols after facing the Washington Wizards. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported on Bradley’s status for this game and beyond: Bradley is expected to miss more time with team than just tonight's game, sources tell ESPN. […]

Avery Bradley broke the hearts of Los Angeles Lakers fans when he announced that he would opt out of the NBA bubble, citing personal concerns. However, in a recent revelation, the new Miami Heat guard revealed how it was equally difficult for him to sit through the NBA Finals. Per Ira Winderman of the South […]

Like most teams, the Miami Heat were searching for ways to bolster their roster in the 2020 NBA offseason. Normally, organizations have months to prepare for this rumor-filled time frame. However, circumstances and proceedings were different this year due to coronavirus protocols and a condensed playoff campaign. The Heat did the best they could, all […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Danny Green took to Instagram to congratulate his ex-teammates Avery Bradley, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Rajon Rondo for cashing in with new deals in free agency. Danny Green congratulates ex-teammates Rajon Rondo, KCP, and Avery Bradley on their new contracts with the Hawks, Lakers and Heat respectively. pic.twitter.com/TfsIkezGtH — LakeShow (@LakeShowCP) […]

The Miami Heat have found more help on the perimeter as the reigning Eastern Conference champs reportedly are signing free agent Avery Bradley. Bradley, 29, agreed to a two-year contract worth $11.6 million, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Free agent Avery Bradley has agreed to a two-year, $11.6M deal with the Miami Heat, his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were anxious to see if Avery Bradley was going to opt-in to his player option for the upcoming season, but he’s made his decision. According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, Bradley has declined his $5 million player option, making him a free agent. Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley is […]

The Golden State Warriors and Milwaukee Bucks are interested in luring Avery Bradley away from the Los Angeles Lakers, per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Bradley can become an unrestricted free agent once the 2020 free agency period begins if he declines his 2020-21 player option with the Lakers worth $5,005,350. Yahoo Sources: Potential free […]

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Avery Bradley has changed agents, per Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, an indicator he might decline his $5 million player option. Bradley told Charania he is changing representation and signing with Charles Briscoe, who also represents Lakers center Dwight Howard. The 29-year-old won a championship this past season […]

Though the circumstances were irregular inside the NBA’s bubble complex, the Los Angeles Lakers managed to claim their 17th championship with a 4-2 Finals victory over the Miami Heat. As a result, the Lakers (both Minneapolis and L.A.) are now tied with the Boston Celtics for the most titles in league history. Here’s a look […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley may have been unable to join his team inside the NBA bubble, but made sure to help out its sister league, the WNBA,  conduct theirs successfully. Along with his wife Ashley, the generous Bradley couple donated more than $30,000 in supplies to help the players — particularly the league’s […]

Avery Bradley wasn’t at Walt Disney World to celebrate the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020 championship over the Miami Heat, but he was going crazy at his house back in Texas. Bradley, who opted out of the bubble games so he could be with his son Liam–who has a history of respiratory illnesses–has no regrets about […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers suffering a shock Game 1 defeat at the hands of the eighth-seeded Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday, supporters were quick to present a number of compelling reasons as to what brought about this disappointing loss. At this point, it appears that not enough attention is being drawn to the fact […]

J.R. Smith has already had his first heat-check with the Los Angeles Lakers. The streak shooter lit it up from downtown in Monday’s scrimmage against the Washington Wizards, draining six of his seven three-point attempts, including this impressive double-clutch triple while avoiding a block attempt by Ish Smith. Contested double-clutch three. Casual for JR 🔥 […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have dealt with some major blows to their backcourt with the restart of the NBA season only a couple weeks away. The team first lost Avery Bradley, who elected to opt-out of joining his teammates in the bubble, and now they’ve got to deal with Rajon Rondo’s absence due to a […]

Alex Caruso is widely expected to see a significant increase in his role for the Los Angeles Lakers, with both Rajon Rondo (hand injury) and Avery Bradley (opted out) missing in action for the squad. Caruso addressed this recent development and opened up about what he believes he can bring to the table. “You know, […]

Before the Los Angeles Lakers headed into the NBA bubble this past week, the team got word that veteran guard Avery Bradley would not be joining them. Bradley elected to opt-out of the NBA restart due to family concerns, and as a result, the team quickly signed former LeBron James teammate, JR Smith. Although Smith […]

If the Los Angeles Lakers win the 2020 NBA title, shooting guard Avery Bradley will receive a championship ring. However, Bradley told Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports he’s not 100 percent certain he will accept the ring since he’s not playing in the “bubble” games down in Orlando, Florida. “Yes, [Lakers general manager] Rob Pelinka […]

22 NBA teams are headed to Orlando for the league’s restart of the 2019-20 season, beginning July 30. However, not all players will be attending the conclusion of the season. Some have opted out regarding lingering concerns with the coronavirus, while others are sitting out due to injury. Let’s review which players are sitting out […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for what will almost certainly be a difficult situation in Orlando as the NBA season resumes, the team has to figure out how they’ll fill the void left by veteran guard Avery Bradley. He will not be joining the team for the rest of the 2019-20 campaign, and his […]

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka revealed the team will sign a free agent for the rest of the 2019-20 season to take the place of Avery Bradley on Wednesday. While Pelinka wouldn’t name any names, it’s widely expected to be JR Smith: #Lakers GM Rob Pelinka says the team plans to sign a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were dealt a major blow this week with one of their best defenders opting out of returning to finish the 2019-20 NBA season in Orlando. Veteran guard Avery Bradley, who has been on the fence about returning since the league green-lit resumption of play, has officially announced he won’t be joining […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Nick Young appears to be hoping for a reunion with his former squad in the wake of Avery Bradley’s decision to sit out the remainder of the campaign. Bradley’s recent declaration has left an open spot on LA’s roster, and it seems that Young is more than eager to […]

The NBA is back! Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson has unofficially signified the return of the 2019-20 NBA season by offering a “deep” analysis of the Lakers’ chances to win the 2020 NBA championship. Following Avery Bradley’s decision to sit out the rest of the season, Johnson strongly believes the road to the title for […]

At this point, it appears that JR Smith is the frontrunner to take on the recently-vacated spot on the Los Angeles Lakers courtesy of Avery Bradley and his decision to skip the remainder of the season in the Florida bubble. Earlier reports confirmed that the Lakers were serious about Smith as a potential replacement, so […]

With the recent confirmation of Avery Bradley opting to sit out the remainder of the campaign for the Los Angeles Lakers, JR Smith has reportedly emerged as a strong candidate as his potential replacement. This comes from none other than NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski: Free agent guard JR Smith has emerged as a leading candidate […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley won’t play in the NBA’s restart in Orlando. Bradley told Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN that he wants to remain with his family during these uncertain times. The Lakers veteran has a son who has a history of struggling to recover from respiratory illnesses and would’ve been unlikely to be […]

Los Angeles Lakers veterans Avery Bradley and Dwight Howard are not sold on the NBA plan to resume the 2019-20 season next month in Orlando, Florida. According to teammate Danny Green though, the two are very much needed for the success of the Purple and Gold franchise. “I think it’s just important that we’re together. […]

Los Angeles Lakers veteran shooting guard Danny Green reiterated his stance that resuming the 2019-20 NBA season will do more good than harm for the ongoing protests against racism and social injustices. In fact, he believes teammate Avery Bradley will benefit more from it than anyone else. Bradley, along with Kyrie Irving and Dwight Howard, […]

When the “bubble” games begin on July 30 at Walt Disney World, the Los Angeles Lakers believe center Dwight Howard will be there despite his recent comments that basketball isn’t really needed right now. However, the purple and gold franchise is still unsure about veteran guard Avery Bradley’s plans. Via Tania Ganguli and Broderick Turner […]

The return of the 2019-20 NBA season has gotten complicated over the past couple of weeks. It has by no means been an easy process, especially after the league approved 22 teams playing in Orlando, Florida, which is supposed to get underway late next month with the Los Angeles Lakers gearing up for a potentially […]

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Avery Bradley is voicing the concerns of a select group of NBA players seeking definitive change in the so-called progressive league. Bradley, who represents a cohort of players alongside Brooklyn Nets star point guard Kyrie Irving, wants to see a clear-cut plan from the NBA about ways they can make […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are the best team in the Western Conference. They are one of the favorites to win the NBA title when the season resumes in July. But there are a couple members of the purple and gold considering skipping out on the NBA restart. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported Lakers shooting […]