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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is officially 5-0 as a team captain in the All-Star Game. His squad rolled to a 163-160 victory over Team Durant on Sunday night in Cleveland thanks to a game-winning fadeaway jumper from The King himself. But, there is no way Team LeBron would’ve come out with the win […]

LeBron James wanted the Los Angeles Lakers to make a move ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, which the team’s front office didn’t do. According to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, that stagnant approach by the Lakers “offended” James, who has already started to cultivate the narrative for what he desires Los Angeles to do in […]

LeBron James might be one of the greatest players of all time, but he isn’t immune to feeling a bit starstruck amongst his peers. The Los Angeles Lakers star was on stage for the NBA’s presentation of the 75th Anniversary Team. The halftime show was a big presentation of the 75 greatest players in league […]

Who said three-pointers were boring? Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors superstar, put on a picture-perfect performance during the NBA 2022 All-Star Game, lighting his way up to garner MVP honors. In the end, though, it was Stephen Curry’s rival LeBron James that sealed the win for the team, nailing a turnaround jumper to win […]

Every NBA All-Star Weekend has its own story. Whether it’s the late Kobe Bryant’s last hurrah in 2016, Michael Jordan’s iconic dunk from the free throw line in 1988, or everything in between, this collection of moments is something every basketball fan will hold on to. Of course, it’s the same for those in the […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James drained the game-winner against Team Durant in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, and unknown to many, his jumper was actually inspired by Michael Jordan. 🗣 CLEVELAND! THIS IS FOR YOU! LeBron James drills the game winner 🚨pic.twitter.com/xWE70Wrw2W — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) February 21, 2022 James revealed as much […]

The best beef is petty beef. And in the NBA, there’s plenty to go around. Case in point: The long-standing feud between former Boston Celtics teammates Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen. Ever since Allen left Beantown to join LeBron James in South Beach, KG has given his ex-buddy the silent treatment. Zero communication. On Sunday, […]

LeBron James knows a thing or two about winning in Cleveland. The Los Angeles Lakers star just turned back the clock for an epic game-winner to end the NBA All-Star Game. Check out the Lakers star call for the ball and sink the dagger to win it: 🗣 CLEVELAND! THIS IS FOR YOU! LeBron James […]

LeBron James and Michael Jordan may have clashing legacies when it’s all said and done, but there’s the utmost respect for one another as human beings. The Los Angeles Lakers star and Chicago Bulls icon shared a heartfelt moment during the NBA Top 75 announcement. Check out two legends of the game hug it out: […]

The Los Angles Lakers’ soap-opera-like season doesn’t seem to be slowing down in any way. LeBron James joined the team and helped them win a title. It seemed like his stint in the purple and gold would be his final act. But now he may move on soon after this dismal 2021-22 season. According to […]

The main event of the 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend is set to tip-off on Sunday evening. After warming up with the Rising Stars Challenge, the 3-Point Contest, and the Slam Dunk Contest, the weekend of festivities will conclude with the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, as Team LeBron squares off against Team Durant. NBA All-Star Game […]

With their struggles, the Los Angeles Lakers’ chances to win an NBA championship this season are murky, to say the least. But LeBron James made one thing crystal clear this All-Star Weekend: wherever his son Bronny eventually lands when he gets to the league, the four-time NBA champion goes as well. This surely isn’t music […]

Over the course of his career, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has earned various nicknames. One of them has been “LeGM”, a reference to his alleged power when it comes to roster decisions. When you’re on the level of someone like LeBron, most of the franchise’s moves will go by you. LeBron-led teams often […]

LeBron James has just made a major declaration about his future in the NBA. Unfortunately for the Los Angeles Lakers, it might not be in their best interest. For the first time ever, LeBron has come out with a definitive plan for his retirement. While The King did not exactly reveal where he intends to […]

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra was in an understandably jolly mood during his All-Star weekend press conference on Saturday. The 51-year-old shot caller was asked several questions about his team and how they’ve dominated the East for the first half of the season. One discussion that stood out, however, was about one of his […]

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti is well-known around the NBA for his ability to rack up the draft picks and build this franchise for the future. Aside from that, Presti has also drafted numerous talented players over the years who have turned into legitimate superstars including Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. On Saturday at […]

LeBron James’ latest All-Star nomination is the 18th of his career. The Los Angeles Lakers star has been tremendous for his entire career. He now has a historic amount of All-Star games to his name and is still going strong. It’s almost unimaginable that any player will approach  If there is any current player who […]

The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t exactly had the season they were expecting to have after they traded for Russell Westbrook. A lot of the heat from things not working out has fallen squarely on the shoulders of the coaching staff. Lakers coach Frank Vogel has seemingly been on a hot seat for weeks now, which […]

LeBron James is back in Cleveland. It’s not a Cavaliers reunion just yet, but the man is clearly happy to be back for NBA All-Star Weekend. Check out King James’ Instagram post as he makes his NBA All-Star arrival:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by 👑 (@kingjames) Hometown hero LeBron […]

It is safe to say that Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic is happy he’s with Team LeBron in the NBA All-Star Game 2022. The Mavs playmaker was a huge LeBron James fan growing up, so imagine his delight to see his idol pick him for his own team. It’s not the first time LeBron has […]

There’s no denying that the Los Angeles Lakers are in a lot of trouble right now. It’s true that there’s still a lot of basketball to be played this season, but at the same time, it’s just hard to imagine how this team will be able to miraculously turn their season around to make a […]

Michael Jordan’s legacy is a permanent fixture in NBA history. His career with the Chicago Bulls features countless scoring records and six championship wins. Few athletes captivated audiences as powerfully as he did. Just as Jordan retired, a challenger to the GOAT title emerged. LeBron James has been as excellent as advertised and is still […]

Just months after LeBron James released his blockbuster movie Space Jam: A New Legacy, the Los Angeles Lakers star has another feature film up for release less than a year later. King James teamed up with Adam Sandler to produce a new hoops flick Hustle set for release on Netflix on June 10. Check out the first […]

After an MRI on Thursday, the Los Angeles Lakers announced that Anthony Davis has been diagnosed with a mid-foot sprain and will be re-evaluated in four weeks. That timeline puts Davis on track to be re-evaluated around March 10. The Lakers (27-31) visit the Houston Rockets the day before and host the Washington Wizards night […]

Entering the NBA, the biggest asset that LaMelo Ball had going for him was his passing. The Charlotte Hornets star was the most prolific passer of his draft class, with elite vision and the guts to attempt every pass in the book. Well into his second year, it’s safe to say that Ball’s playmaking has […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is without a doubt one of the most competitive individuals in the history of the game. This is exactly why it comes as no surprise that The King once sort of clashed heads with another Lakers icon in Kobe Bryant. Before the Black Mamba’s untimely passing in January 2020, […]

On February 17th, 1963, arguably the greatest player to ever play basketball was born in one Michael Jeffrey Jordan. On Thursday, Jordan turns 59 years old. As the 2022 NBA All-Star break approached, it’s a good time to sit and reflect on the league. In particular, the individual greatest games ever played on a player’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers simultaneously endured their worst and enjoyed their best night of the season on Wednesday. Anthony Davis suffered a disturbing ankle injury before LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, and Austin Reaves erased a 14-point deficit to defeat the Utah Jazz, 106-101. In a span of two quarters, the Lakers — and the Crypto.com […]

The GOAT debate between LeBron James and Michael Jordan will seemingly go on forever. Until another player takes a legitimate stab at the throne, the Los Angles Lakers’ superstar will always be compared to Jordan. James’ agent, Rich Paul, explained to Joe Vardon and Jason Lloyd of The Athletic why James’ path to GOAT contention […]

LeBron James’ legacy is simply unmatched. There have been more accomplished players but few have the overall impact and uniqueness that James’ basketball career has. His team-hopping tendency, which began with his infamous decision to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers for the Miami Heat, was never seen by legendary NBA players before him. His four-year stint […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were handed yet another Anthony Davis injury blow on Wednesday night as the big man rolled his right ankle after going up for a rebound. While it looked very bad at first, the X-rays did come back negative and it was determined to be just a sprain. Per ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers suffered yet another injury setback on Wednesday, as Anthony Davis sprained his right ankle in the team’s stirring victory over the Utah Jazz — their final game before the All-Star break. Davis’ ankle bent 90 degrees when he came down on Rudy Gobert’s heel while attempting to catch a lob in […]

LeBron James and Aaron Donald are arguably the two biggest sports stars in Los Angeles at the moment. The Lakers forward and the Rams tackle shared a moment together after LA’s come-from-behind win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Check out the emotional scene after the Lakers victory: LeBron went straight over to hug […]

LeBron James found an extra gear to lift the Los Angeles Lakers past the Utah Jazz, 106-101, on Wednesday night. In the process, the All-Star forward made franchise history with a record only shared with Elgin Baylor. The Lakers’ lore is adorned with all-time greats such as Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Wilt Chamberlain, […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James badly wanted to win on Wednesday against the Utah Jazz, and he did everything he can to achieve that even if it means silencing the home crowd cheering for them. When Russell Westbrook was taking the clutch free-throws that would eventually give the Lakers a four-point lead with 10 […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has had his fair share of idiosyncratic teammates. There’s Ricky Davis, Chris Andersen, JR Smith, and of course, Kyrie Irving, just to name a few. When you’ve played for as long as 18 years in the NBA, you’ll definitely meet a lot of people along the way. But perhaps […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is all in on the Los Angeles Rams these days. The King watched the Super Bowl victory parade of the Rams, where general manager Les Snead wore a t-shirt that quickly went viral. It showed a picture of himself with the words, “F*** them picks.” It is a reference […]

It’s been a tough season thus far for the Los Angeles Lakers. A lot has been made of the functionality of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook playing together. Westbrook has been the subject of many issues with the team, and many expected the Lakers to make a move at the deadline. But not […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James admits he feels bad for his 2019-20 LA teammates who didn’t get to experience a championship parade, especially those who won it for the first time. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, LeBron highlighted the importance of a championship parade for any sports team, noting that it is the culmination […]