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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 […]

Carmelo Anthony is still looking for the much-elusive first NBA title. He has a golden chance to finally claim it with the Los Angeles Lakers, joining his good buddy LeBron James and fellow All-Stars Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook, and Dwight Howard. With the Lakers roster as deep as the Marianas Trench, Anthony is expected to […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant would have turned 43 on Monday. Kobe’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, took to Instagram to share a simple yet truly heartbreaking message to her late husband on his very special day. Vanessa needed just nine words to express her love to the late, great Kobe Bryant (via Vanessa Bryant on […]

During Carmelo Anthony and Russell Westbrook‘s introductory Zooms with the Los Angeles Lakers, both future Hall of Famers spoke about relishing the process of establishing a championship-caliber team. “As the season prolongs, we will figure it out,” Westbrook said. “There will be ups, there will be downs. That’s normal, that’s OK. We gonna figure out […]

August 23rd is Kobe Bryant’s birthday, and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James made sure to remember the Purple and Gold legend along with the rest of the NBA. On his Instagram Stories, LeBron posted a couple of Kobe’s photos to honor the Lakers and basketball icon in what would have been his 43rd birthday. […]

This just in: Draymond Green wants his damn respect. The Golden State Warriors forward is a three-time All-Star, and now the 31-year old wants a spot alongside his pal LeBron James of the Lakers on the “all-washed team.” On Monday, Green shared a post from a Draymond stan account (lol) onto his Instagram story, which […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have become the odds-on favorite to come out of the loaded Western Conference. When you have LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, and Anthony Davis, that comes as no surprise. But Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy, who’s been alongside LeBron James since his second stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers, warns that it’s way […]

It’s no secret that Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is nicknamed The King. He even refers to it himself. Which doesn’t sit well with some of his haters. And by some, we mean millions of them. Many LeBron naysayers have claimed that LBJ christened himself The King, and it’s almost a mortal sin to […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook has already achieved a childhood dream in his hometown even before suiting up for the Purple and Gold. Westbrook threw the first pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday and he was absolutely ecstatic about his latest memorable moment. He posed for dozens of pictures with family members, […]

The Los Angeles Clippers traded away Rajon Rondo and Patrick Beverley to clear some luxury tax bill. In the process, however, they also got Eric Bledsoe who has been compared to LeBron James by CJ McCollum. In the latest episode of his “Pull Up with CJ McCollum” podcast, the Portland Trail Blazers star admitted he […]

Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James go a long way back, and luckily for Los Angeles Lakers fans, they’ll be able to see the chemistry that the two share in the upcoming 2021-22 season. In his recent appearance on the “All the Smoke” podcast of Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, Anthony opened up about his friendship […]

Former Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers big man JaVale McGee had the privilege of playing alongside the best players of this era in LeBron James and Stephen Curry. While he definitely enjoyed his time with the two, he admitted he liked his time with the Purple and Gold more. In a recent AMA […]

We’re in the midst of the dog days of the NBA offseason, and that means endless speculation up until opening tip. The Los Angeles Lakers, as they are wont to do, have become the biggest topic of discussion thanks to their latest additions in LeBron James’ latest quest for a title. His former teammates, however, […]

You’ve probably seen LeBron James’ Space Jam: A New Legacy by now. However, I am 100% certain that you missed out on the surprise cameo made by San Antonio Spurs legend Manu Ginobili. Don’t believe me? Here, take a look at the clip yourself: The reason why you didn’t catch Manu in the film is […]

After two resurgent seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers, Carmelo Anthony called time on his stint playing alongside Damian Lillard. Now with the Los Angeles Lakers, Melo took some time to reflect on his memorable spell with the Blazers and what type of relationship he has with Lillard. Anthony is truly appreciative of how Lillard, […]