LeBron James Articles - Page 177

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is raring to get back on the floor with his revamped squad. He has already worked out with new teammate Russell Westbrook ahead of the Lakers’ training camp in the coming days. LeBron is hungry to prove doubters wrong once again after he felt insulted by getting zero votes […]

Jake Paul made headlines on Sunday night after securing a shock win over UFC fighter Tyron Woodley in their much-anticipated pay-per-view boxing bout. Paul’s performance in the ring left more than a few folks impressed, which included none other than Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. Both LeBron and Jake Paul hail from Ohio, which […]

We definitively know three of the starters for the Los Angeles Lakers when they open their 2021-22 season against the Golden State Warriors. I can safely report that LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook will hear their names called by Lawrence Tanter at Staples Center on Oct. 19. However, who will occupy the final […]

When the Los Angeles Lakers revamped their roster last off season, little did everyone know they got rid of collective basketball IQ and shooting. Losing Rajon Rondo, who was arguably their third best player in their championship run in 2020, was huge for the Lakers but it’s hard to blame Rob Pelinka and co. for […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, as well as former teammate Kendrick Perkins, had their eyes glued on the crazy Jake Paul-Tyron Woodley bout. James and Perk were just two of the hundreds of thousands of fans from all over the world who watched Paul dominate the former UFC welterweight champion to extend his professional […]

The whole sports world was undoubtedly entertained by the thrilling fight between Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley on Sunday in Cleveland. In fact, LeBron James and several other NBA players tuned in to the bout and couldn’t help but react after the epic encounter. Paul won the fight via split decision, though the results have […]

For one night, Cleveland became the center of attention in the sporting world once again since LeBron James left for the Los Angeles Lakers. YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul hosted his megafight against MMA fighter Tyron Woodley in Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, the home arena of the Cleveland Cavaliers. The arena was absolutely rocking, and so […]

When LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Russell Westbrook, people were scratching their heads. They gave up their best 3-point shooters–Kyle Kuzma (36.1%) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (41%)–for a ball-dominant point guard who cannot shoot. Everyone knows how important 3-point shooting is in today’s NBA, and Russ certainly doesn’t […]

In a competitive atmosphere like the NBA, beefs are quite common between players. With players always wanting to win, there are some moments when tempers flare up and heated altercations ensue. A beef between both players always adds some drama whenever they come face-to-face on the court. However, in an era featuring so much player […]

The Dallas Mavericks swooping in on free agency Reggie Bullock is lowkey one of the best moves in the offseason. The 30-year-old veteran is by no means a superstar in the NBA and his signing is anything but a blockbuster, but what Bullock brings to the table could be the key piece for Luka Doncic […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have a couple of glaring problems on their roster. They got even further away from solving those problems with the reportedly imminent Rajon Rondo signing. After being bought out by the Memphis Grizzlies, the 15-year NBA veteran was immediately linked to a return to the Lakers. While on paper they add […]

It’s no secret that LeBron James was the man responsible for recruiting Carmelo Anthony to the Los Angeles Lakers. These two go way back, and it feels like they were destined to be teammates at some point in their decorated careers. The paths they took to where they are today are totally different, though. Melo […]

NBA legend and basketball Hall of Famer Allen Iverson is not putting Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James in the GOAT conversation, though he acknowledges that he’s a Top 2 or 3 player of all time. Simply put, AI doesn’t see anyone going near Chicago Bulls icon Michael Jordan in the debate for the greatest […]

Shaquille O’Neal was without a doubt the most dominant force in the NBA during his heyday. There’s also no denying, however, that at this point in time, the Hall of Fame big man is already way past his prime. Nevertheless, this did not stop Shaq from calling out LeBron James AND Dwyane Wade in an […]

Over the past decade, every NBA Finals besides one has featured two NBA superstars: Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, or LeBron James of the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Los Angeles Lakers. The constant epic battles, chiefly their head-to-head meetings with the Dubs and Cavs, created a rivalry between the two icons, similar […]

The Los Angeles Lakers parted ways with locker room favorite Jared Dudley this past week. While the conclusion of his time in LA was one filled with gratitude and well-wishes, Duds made sure to have the last say on his own exit. Jared Dudley spoke out to the Los Angeles Times’ Bill Plaschke on his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made some pretty huge additions this offseason to surround LeBron James with a new championship core. Russell Westbrook, Carmelo Anthony, and Dwight Howard highlight a formidable set of weapons for next season. But while the Lakers added more high-end talented, it’s their shooting that remains their biggest question mark. They brought […]

Kevin Love to the Los Angeles Lakers has gained some unexpected traction in the past week. With the Cleveland Cavaliers’ trade for Lauri Markkanen and his huge new contract, the writing is on the wall for the 5-time All-Star. There were initial reports that a buyout was possible for Love, which opens the door for […]

Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine is reportedly closing in on signing with Klutch Sports Group as his representation. For what it’s worth, the agency is founded by Rich Paul and manages several NBA stars like Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James. KC Johnson of NBC Sports first broke the news, noting that LaVine is expected […]

The accusations against NBA power agent and Klutch Sports mogul Rich Paul have brought to light some of the industry’s inner workings. Paul, who is famously associated with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, was challenged by New York Knicks big man Nerlens Noel over his alleged mismanagement and false promises that led to losses […]

There’s no denying that Anthony Edwards is one of the brightest young stars in the NBA today. However, what could be considered as contentious is the fact that the Minnesota Timberwolves stud just named Kevin Durant as his GOAT over both LeBron James and Michael Jordan. In a recent interview with TNT’s Taylor Rooks, Edwards […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows a thing or two about making great passes. Getting the seal of approval from the man with the 8th most assists in NBA history is always a good thing – even if it’s from a different sport. LeBron James had to give it up for the dynamic Kansas […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows Carmelo Anthony’s struggles before he was able to come back to the NBA, which is why he is so proud and ecstatic that his good friend and brother didn’t give up. On Twitter, LeBron quote-tweeted a video of Anthony talking about his motivation to play again in the […]

More women athletes are making their mark and breaking the glass ceiling. They have put the entire world on notice, and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is all for it. LeBron has always championed female athletes, saluting them on social media whenever they make accomplishments or even when they rail against social injustice. On […]

To say that the Los Angeles Lakers made moves in the offseason would be an understatement. The team has undergone a major facelift to provide more help for LeBron James and Anthony Davis after the premature exit last season. The Lakers surrounded the All-Star duo with enough veteran talent, but the squad also made key […]

The rise of superteams in the NBA has been one of the most polarizing subjects surrounding the sport over the past decade or so. Many consider the Miami Heat’s Big 3 of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh as the trio responsible for ushering in the superteam era in the NBA. However, Hall of […]

Jared Dudley wanted to return to the Los Angeles Lakers for a 15th NBA season. LeBron James and Anthony Davis did, too. The Lakers’ front office felt differently, and now Dudley is an assistant coach with the Dallas Mavericks. Dudley spoke to Bill Plaschke of the Los Angeles Times about his surprising departure from the […]

Blockchain history was made on Wednesday after a LeBron James digital collectible on the popular NFT platform NBA Top Shot was sold for $230,023. The Los Angeles Lakers star was the previous record-holder with a digital asset from a similar class that was acquired last March for $210,000. This latest purchase marks the highest ever sale […]

Nah he tweakin. If you’ve been on Instagram any time after noon on Wednesday, you’ve seen this phrase in the comments. It’s all over the place, flooding everything from this Lakers star LeBron James’ two-day-old post, to Warriors guard Stephen Curry’s comments:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Wardell Curry […]

Damian Lillard had been heavily linked with the Los Angeles Lakers earlier in the offseason, and for a good reason. After all, a lot of his actions—from being spotted with LeBron James and posting an Instagram photo with a purple and gold background in it—indicated or sparked talked that he wants to be traded to […]

New York Knicks big man Nerlens Noel made headlines on Tuesday after it was revealed that he had filed a $58+ million lawsuit against Klutch Sports and superagent Rich Paul. Apparently, there’s more to this issue than what’s on the surface, with reports now emerging that this lawsuit was actually a countermove by Noel in […]

Montrezl Harrell has packed his bags and is ready to make his move to the Washington Wizards official. Literally. The 27-year-old recently took to Instagram to share how he’s finishing up with his packing as he prepares to leave LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Interestingly, Harrell had to include a cryptic parting shot […]

Listen up, Hollywood creatives: Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has a pitch for a new series: “Hard Knocks” for basketball. On Wednesday — the day after HBO aired the third episode of Season 16 of “Hard Knocks” — LeBron tweeted his desire to see a similar behind-the-scenes preseason series for the NBA. “Man watching […]

When the Cleveland Cavaliers drafted LeBron James first overall back in 2003, the Denver Nuggets immediately grabbed Carmelo Anthony with their third overall pick as soon as he was passed on by the Detroit Pistons. The 2003 NBA Draft was very special given the presence of future Hall of Famers in LeBron, Anthony, Dwyane Wade, […]

Apparently, Bradley Beal’s kids are huge fans of Space Jam: A New Legacy. If you need proof, then just check out how the Washington Wizards star’s two sons literally fought over a Space Jam care package sent over by LeBron James and the folks over at Warner Bros. Beal took to Instagram to share a […]

Regretfully, Jared Dudley will not be back in the Los Angeles Lakers locker room in 2021-22 — neither as a player nor coach. After two seasons in L.A. and 14 in the NBA, seemingly everybody’s favorite teammate — including LeBron James — is retiring to join the Dallas Mavericks as an assistant coach. Shortly before […]

Jared Dudley only appeared in 54 games for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019-20, but he played an integral part in the franchise’s 17th NBA championship as a leading voice alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. On Tuesday, Dudley agreed to a deal to become an assistant coach’s role under former Lakers assistant Jason Kidd, […]

One of LeBron James’ favorite teammates and workout partners, Jared Dudley, will not return to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2021-22. Instead, Dudley will join Jason Kidd’s staff as an assistant coach for the Dallas Mavericks, which means he will work with Luka Doncic. Last week, Yahoo’s Chris Haynes reported that Dudley was likely on […]

Isaiah Thomas has been desperate for another shot at the NBA level. The former All-Star has reportedly worked out in private with a couple of teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers. In one of IT’s recent interviews with ESPN’s Malika Andrews, he all but confirmed that he was auditioning for a spot on the Lakers […]