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Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers has always been a big fan of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James even though the four-time league MVP has been a thorn in his side, and that trend continued Friday after the Clippers’ practice. Rivers, who now shares the same stadium as James, says LeBron is the […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is indeed not one to just “shut up and dribble.” James showed up in a preseason game clothed in a Colin Kaepernick shirt, an obvious show of support for the former NFL star: LeBron showed up to the Lakers' preseason game in a Colin Kaepernick shirt. pic.twitter.com/K42uReODiP — SportsCenter […]

At 33 years of age, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James does not appear to show any signs of slowing down. However, a redditor that goes by the username u/Johnaldinho recently brought forth a very interesting (and meticulous) statistic that seems to prove that James is actually literally slowing down. The discussion does get a bit […]

When Los Angeles Lakers newcomer LeBron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers a few months back, he pretty much blew the entire Eastern Conference wide open. Every single team in the East — except for the Cleveland Cavaliers, of course, but including the Raptors — got a significant boost in their Playoffs hopes, and to say that […]

LeBron James didn’t back down on his support for teammate Brandon Ingram after a rousing 31-point performance to earn the Los Angeles Lakers’ first preseason win on Thursday night against the Sacramento Kings. James had been encouraged by Ingram’s talent, giving him props even after a four-point, five-foul 19-minute stint in a narrow loss to […]

As the 2018-19 season approaches, there are a ton of must-see games on the schedule. The league has no shortage of compelling storylines and the rivalries, anticipated returns, and electrifying rookies are only a few of the reasons to tune into the NBA this season. The NBA is a star-driven league so most of the […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James loves three things in life: Basketball, his family, and wine. So when the four-time league MVP when on a diet recently which included no wine drinking, James says his attachment to wine was enhanced even more. If you follow James on social media, you know that he often posts […]

Zach LaVine and his family are diehard basketball fans and their dogs can attest to this fact. Well, they won’t be able to tell you that, but their names are revealing. In a video post by the the Chicago Bulls on Twitter, LaVine is seen with a pack of good boys. Two of his father’s dogs […]

Versatility is the name of the game for the revamped Los Angeles Lakers as head coach Luke Walton will be featuring a new starting lineup in Thursday’s game against the Sacramento Kings. With Lonzo Ball still recovering from knee surgery and veteran Rajon Rondo getting the night off to rest, 6-foot-10 Brandon Ingram will get […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose reached 30 years of age on Thursday. To honor his birthday, the NBA’s social media team created a tribute video that highlights some of the outstanding plays Rose has made over the course of his career in the league. After seeing this tribute video, Lakers superstar LeBron James noted that […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have lost two preseason games against the Denver Nuggets in the midst of the LeBron James era, but the team has already started to show semblance of their identity — a run-and-gun squad that will test opponents’ fitness and willingness to get back on defense. “You see those young legs out […]

After hearing several reports of targeted burglaries in his area, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has decided to ramp up the security at his house in Los Angeles. Ordinary surveillance cameras do the trick in most cases, but James has taken home security to another level. According to a report from TMZ, the homes […]

ESPN NBA analyst Stan Van Gundy was faced with his first hot-seat question of his new gig, asked to weigh in the never-ending debate of picking Lakers forward LeBron James or Michael Jordan as the greatest player of all-time. Van Gundy gave James a slight edge for that title “I’ll tell you why the difference […]

NBA fans have gotten used to LeBron James being at the pinnacle of the basketball world, but eventually, we’ll all witness his fall from grace. He’s the best basketball player in the world. There’s no disputing that. Regardless of where your loyalty lies, you can’t deny that his combination of athleticism, passing, scoring and basketball […]

From being an assistant head coach with the Golden State Warriors to being the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, Luke Walton has come a long way. His coaching brilliance was on display early in his career, holding the fort for a recovering Steve Kerr, which led the Warriors to a 39-4 start in […]

Newly signed Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee is one of those pieces who was compelled to join the team when LeBron James migrated to Hollywood. Usually known for his on-court blunders and unfortunate hilarious antics on the hardwood, we often forget how talented and productive he really is when channeled by the right team. […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton says the team will be following LeBron James’ lead all season. James is not only the best player in the game, but he’s also the oldest player on the Lakers at 33 years old. Luke Walton on LeBron James' impact on his teammates: "There's definitely a respect that […]

Los Angeles Lakers tickets have typically been a hot item, but now that future Hall of Famer LeBron James has arrived in Hollywood, the demand for them is off the charts. Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports has reports that not only is the Lakers’ opener in Portland on Oct 18. StubHub’s top-selling game, but the demand for […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James made this Staples Center debut Tuesday night and the atmosphere was electric. The best player in basketball is now in the biggest media market, so the hype surrounding the Lakers this season is going to be substantial. When James was introduced in the starting lineup, the Staples Center crowd […]

Yahoo Sports senior writer Chris Haynes defended Lakers forward LeBron James on the set of Fox Sports 1’s Undisputed, going against perennial James critic Skip Bayless, who questioned his leadership after a Game 1 debacle in the NBA Finals. Bayless, a lifelong Michael Jordan admirer and apologist, intended to vault Kevin Durant above James, claiming […]

Lakers star LeBron James was encouraged by the talent showcased by his teammates Brandon Ingram upon his home debut at the Staples Center on Tuesday night, telling Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports plenty of enticing praise for the third-year swingman. “I had a conversation LeBron briefly after last night’s game, and you know what kid […]

The arrival of LeBron James instantly pushed the Los Angeles Lakers back to relevance once again. Coming off his historic season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, the 33-year-old future Hall of Famer was voted a favorite for the MVP award this season, as well as the best small forward in the league. John Schuhmann conducted the 17th […]

On Tuesday night at the Staples Center, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers had an opportunity to bounce back from their loss to the Denver Nuggets in the team’s preseason opener. Unfortunately, Los Angeles fell short on their home floor with the team unable to get off a shot at the buzzer in the […]

Much has been said about Lance Stephenson’s addition to the Los Angeles Lakers. Most reactions have poked fun at the enigmatic shooting guard for being one-fourth of L.A.’s “Meme Team,” but LeBron James is singing a different tune, even praising his new teammate as someone who’ll run through a wall for the Lakers. Well, Stephenson […]

Like a baby’s first step, solid food, and whatnot, LeBron James’ set of firsts in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey are events that are all worth noting. The hype is real and James is building his new kingdom under the bright lights of Hollywood. So when the four-time MVP managed to hammer down his first […]

LeBron James is the latest superstar to play for the Los Angeles Lakers, effectively filling the void left by Kobe Bryant. James is filling more than just that superstar void; he’s also taking Kobe’s old stall in a newly renovated Staples Center locker room. Kobe stans will be furious. LeBron is in Kobe’s old stall(s) […]

We all had the chance to see LeBron James playing in a Los Angeles Lakers uniform during his preseason debut against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday night. Now we will finally get to see James don the purple and gold before a raucous Lakers crowd in Los Angeles when they take on the Nuggets in the […]

In only a few short days of training camp, newly-signed Los Angeles Lakers point guard Rajon Rondo has been surprised by LeBron James’ leadership, now under a different light after playing alongside him. “I played against him for 13 years now, but obviously I think what your hear versus what you see is a little […]

With the move of Lebron James to the Los Angeles Lakers, LaLaLand is again the center of the basketball universe. The acquisitions they had in both the draft and free agency give them a lot of flexibility in terms of the lineups they will be able to put in the floor. They envision themselves as […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith says he wouldn’t be surprised if the Los Angeles Lakers make a trade with the Cleveland Cavaliers which brings All-Star power forward Kevin Love to Los Angeles. The Cavs signed Love to a four-year, $120 million extension this offseason, meaning the franchise will now pay Love roughly $145 million over the next […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will make his Staples Center debut Tuesday when the team takes on the Denver Nuggets. James made his Lakers debut Sunday night in San Diego and finished with nine points while shooting 2-of-6 from the field, 2-of-2 from beyond the arc, and 3-of-4 from the free-throw line. The four-time […]

Following Sunday night’s preseason loss to the Denver Nuggets, most member of the Los Angeles Lakers bused their way back from San Diego to Los Angeles. LeBron James, however, decided to take a different means of transportation back The City of Angels. Just as Kobe Bryant did throughout portions of his career with the Lakers, […]

New Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee is already seizing the opportunity to play alongside LeBron James in the purple and gold, racking up 17 points during a short preseason debut alongside The King. “It’s definitely amazing to be able to say after I retired I played with the greatest, and some of the greatest […]

LeBron James’ very first game in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey was a new experience for him and NBA fans across the world, as he donned the purple and gold for the first time after 11 years with the Cleveland Cavaliers and four with the Miami Heat. The King took to Instagram to share just […]

The preseason debut for LeBron James in a Los Angeles Lakers uniform is officially in the books. The three-time NBA champion wore the purple and gold for the first time on Sunday night in San Diego and kicked started a new era for the storied franchise. As anticipated, James didn’t play much in his first […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ new golden boy LeBron James is arguably the biggest name in the basketball world right now. Although not as big of a name as the King, LaVar Ball may rival his prominence when it comes to basketball in the Hollywood area. Father of promising young Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball, LaVar […]

The love affair between Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Rajon Rondo continues, as the two former rivals are enjoying being on the same team after battling each other for so many years. James and Rondo are two of the brightest minds to have ever played the game. On both sides of the ball, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason campaign on Sunday in a home game against the Denver Nuggets. While it’s merely just a glorified practice game, the game is still worthy of a headline, considering that it was the Lakers debut of LeBron James. It did not take James long to record his first […]

The revamped Los Angeles Lakers will finally show their wares against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. The Lakers have revealed their starting lineup for the preseason opener against the Nuggets: Lakers starting lineup to open the preseason: LeBron, Rondo, KCP, Ingram, McGee — Dave McMenamin (@mcten) September 30, 2018 With Lonzo Ball still working his way […]