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The NBA Finals MVP Award, now known as the Bill Russell Finals MVP Award, is usually given to the best-performing player from the championship team. Throughout the years, it’s only natural that the prestigious trophy has been handed to the greatest players of the game, players that have cemented their legacies. Given the competitive nature […]

Dwyane Wade revealed this week that he originally planned to sign with the Chicago Bulls during the 2010 NBA offseason before a phone call from LeBron James changed everything and redirected him back to the Miami Heat. Speaking on the OGs Show with former teammates Udonis Haslem and Mike Miller, Wade explained that returning home […]

It has been a busy offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers. Aside from bringing in proven, experienced players like Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton to play alongside Luka Doncic, as well as giving their new star a massive contract extension, the Lakers have faced a lot of questions surrounding LeBron James’ immediate future. Ever since […]

With 17 NBA championship banners and one NBA Cup title in their rafters, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history, even going back to their days in Minneapolis. Throughout the years, the franchise has been successful in luring in some of the biggest stars. With a surplus of […]

LeBron James waited so long to share his love of basketball with his first-born son, an opportunity the Los Angeles Lakers officially gifted him last summer. Being teammates adds a whole new layer to their bond. Now, the two men are looking to grow their relationship on the links. The elder James is the latest […]

On Saturday, the Los Angeles Lakers held a press conference to announce the long-term contract extension signed by Luka Doncic, signifying the team’s commitment to the star they acquired shockingly at the trade deadline. There had been little question that such a deal would be coming this offseason, but now that it’s set in stone, […]

As many people get older and approach retirement, they often start to take up new hobbies. Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is no exception, having recently shared his love for the game of golf. However, despite the game of golf being as simple as seeing the ball and then hitting the ball, James still […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and Luka Doncic made it official on Saturday. They will work in tandem to try to reach the top of the basketball world over the next few seasons. Like many anticipated, the Slovenian superstar signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the franchise that stunningly acquired him six months ago. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and their fans will remember Aug. 2, 2025 as the day Luka Doncic formally became the franchise’s next cornerstone. Such an outcome seemed inevitable when LA completed a historic trade with the Dallas Mavericks in February to acquire the tremendous guard, but it is now a reality after the two sides […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and superstar guard Luka Doncic are in agreement on a three-year, $165 million max contract extension, league sources confirmed to ClutchPoints on Saturday. By agreeing to this max extension, Doncic has proven that he is committed to being the face of the Lakers for the foreseeable future. He is now under […]

Are we sure that LeBron James is not a cyborg? As if he is not busy enough with his multitude of extracurricular interests and business ventures, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has picked up another hobby this offseason: Golf. Truth be told, it is a little surprising that it is only now that James has […]

All things considered, the Los Angeles Lakers had a very successful offseason. Yes, Dorian Finney-Smith left for the Houston Rockets, but he was promptly replaced by Deandre Ayton and Jake LaRavia. LeBron James may have sent a couple of subtweets, but he’s considered likely to remain a Laker for opening night and beyond. Most importantly, […]

Just a few short days after giving fans a sneak peak at his upcoming signature sneaker, Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James is back during offseason training in his newest creations, reported to be the upcoming Nike LeBron 23. While nothing is confirmed and James has been known to troll the internet in the past, this […]

It’s been an interesting offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers, who have been the subject of trade rumors surrounding LeBron James after signifying their commitment to Luka Doncic. James himself has kept quiet on the issue, using his professional mouthpiece Rich Paul as a way of communicating his discontent with the franchise despite signing on […]

LeBron James will likely be back in the Purple and Gold when the 2025-26 NBA season begins, but it cannot be ruled a certainty, even after his agent Rich Paul’s recent comments. Paul essentially kick-started the James trade rumors this offseason when, after James exercised his player option, he suggested that it may not be […]

After a picture of Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James and Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic alongside his agent went viral, many wondered what it all meant for the NBA’s future. James, Jokic, and his agent sparked curiosity, including questioning whether James would ever consider teaming up with Nikola and the Nuggets. However, that wasn’t […]

Speculation about Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James potentially teaming up with Nikola Jokic on the Denver Nuggets exploded. It all happened recently after Jokic’s agent, Misko Raznatovic, posted a now-deleted photo of himself on a yacht with James and LeBron’s longtime business partner, Maverick Carter. The caption, “The summer of 2025 is the perfect […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is only one of three athletes (Michael Jordan, Kevin Durant) to hold a lifetime contract with sponsor Nike. Over the last 22 years, James has been the most consistent superstar in the league, releasing a signature shoe each year without missing a beat. After rocking the Nike LeBron 22 […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have Luka Doncic and LeBron James, two of the biggest stars in the NBA, on their roster, and both players seem to really be enjoying it. Although their first postseason together ended in disaster, with a five-game series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and James’ camp has reportedly expressed discontent with […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is a top-tier all-time basketball great, but he can be humbled in other sports. A video of the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player taking a few golf shots has recently gone viral, and not for flattering reasons. Clearly, golf isn’t James’ strong suit, and he will have to spend […]

Choosing a jersey number is common in playing basketball across all levels. But for some players, there’s more that lies beneath the number. For some, it’s a way to honor specific events and special persons. And for others, it’s a great way to convey a message. Here is a look at the 10 best stories […]

For most young NBA players, sharing the court with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James would be a career-defining moment. For his son, Bronny James, it was something else entirely. It was a milestone he’d rather not relive. In his first NBA appearance alongside his father during the Lakers’ 2024-25 season opener, Bronny checked in […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will play his record 23rd NBA season. The four-time MVP might still be vacationing with the offseason ongoing. But a new workout video suggests he’s already deep into “Year 23” prep. The clip shows the 40-year-old superstar powering through high-level drills, dunks, alley-oops, and left-hand finishes, on a full-court […]

Bronny James is no stranger to pressure. As the son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, his every move is scrutinized, especially under the bright lights of the NBA’s annual Las Vegas Summer League. But while the NBA uses Summer League to promote rising stars, James admits the glitz and noise of Vegas don’t […]

If it feels like every NBA star has a podcast… you’re not wrong. Current and former NBA greats, such as Gilbert Arenas, are dominating the podcast space. Gil’s Arena, produced by Underdog, currently boasts 1.1 million YouTube subscribers and counting. A key part of that success stems from Arenas’ collaborative chemistry with his creative team, […]

LeBron James has made headlines this offseason for his future with the Los Angeles Lakers and perceived beef with rapper Drake, but rest assured, the man is still focused on being the best basketball player he can be at 40 years of age. The all-time great’s love for the game and commitment to his physical […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have an intriguing collection of young talent, including forward Deni Avdija, whom the team acquired at the trade deadline from the Washington Wizards during the 2023-24 season. One rather strange storyline circulating around Avdija is his rumored beef with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. The rumor seems to have come […]

With rumors surrounding the future of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, there is no doubt that speculation is happening in the basketball world, wondering if the player will finish his career with the team. While scenarios around the Lakers’ guard in James will continue, the latest report suggests what outcome the team prefers to […]

After signing the $52.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James’ future remains in balance. The franchise has made clear its intentions to move on from James and build around Luka Doncic, and a trade remains unlikely due to the kind of package the Lakers will demand, something that looks unlikely in […]

Lakers guard LeBron James is still a great basketball player at 40 years old. The legendary NBA superstar is nearing retirement, but nobody knows for sure when he will call it a career. One NBA insider believes that James has more than one season left in his tank. NBA reporter Marc Stein made a bold […]

Nikola Jokic has till now been a one-team star. This is despite the fact that modern NBA has seen some major teamups, and some of them have involved names like LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Now 40, James is still looking for that elusive fifth ring, and is at a crossroads with the Los Angeles […]

One of the biggest NBA rumors this offseason that just won’t die is the LeBron James’ potential future with the Los Angeles Lakers. James opted into his contract for the 2025-26 season and has not at all suggested that he won’t play out this season with the Lakers. But following cryptic comments made by his […]

Rumors continue to swirl this NBA offseason, this time involving LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors. James is nearing the end of his legendary career even though he has yet to confirm if next season will be his last. He is under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for $52.6 million, but it doesn’t […]

While there have been rumors around Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and an upcoming contract extension, there are more reports that reinforce the expectation that the player is committed to the team. As the topic of Doncic and a Lakers contract extension will continue to be talked about, some believe his recruiting is evidence […]

Player movements are getting more and more common in the NBA, especially when the hunt for an elusive title is within reach. As a result, even stars won’t hesitate to look for greener pastures. But coincidentally, even some players eventually find their way back to their former teams. And while reunions are great in itself, […]

Gil’s Arena host Gilbert Arenas had plenty to say about Jeff Teague after the former Atlanta Hawks guard walked back a bold claim about Los Angeles Lakers icon LeBron James, per Yahoo. On his Club 520 podcast, Teague accused LeBron of using steroids during his Miami Heat days, suggesting the superstar sat out three weeks […]

This has been an interesting offseason. Although the trade deadline may have been more exciting when it comes to players switching teams and big moves being made, there have still been a handful of significant transactions in NBA free agency and on the trade block. For starters, Kevin Durant headlined this offseason’s biggest trade, as […]

When Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry first arrived in the NBA as a rookie back in 2009, LeBron James was already a superstar. Carrying the Cleveland Cavaliers on his back for more than half a decade, he was the reigning MVP, a player Curry admired and looked up to. The baby-faced assassin, as a […]

Recently, former NBA All-Star point guard Jeff Teague made a brazen claim about his longtime adversary LeBron James, claiming that during his time with the Miami Heat, James was caught using performance enhancing drugs, which the league suspended him for and then swept under the rug. James has long been the subject of meme speculation […]