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With NBA rosters ravaged by COVID-19, a number of players are getting major opportunities. That includes Lance Stephenson, who’s set to make his return to the league as a member of the Atlanta Hawks on a 10-day hardship deal, according to Marc Stein. Stephenson had been playing in the G League with the Grand Rapids […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers player Lance Stephenson recently discussed his infamous LeBron James ear blowing moment. The two faced each other in Game 5 of the 2014 Eastern Conference Finals. LeBron was playing for the Miami Heat at the time, and Stephenson was playing in his first stint with the Pacers. On the infamous scene, […]

In his prime, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was (is?) as close as you can come to an unstoppable force in the NBA. Very few succeeded in trying to contain the four-time NBA champ. One of them happens to be Lance Stephenson, who for his part, earned the title of being the “LeBron stopper” […]

The last time we saw Lance Stephenson in the NBA was during the 2018-19 campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite being removed from the big league for more than two seasons now, the 31-year-old veteran’s dream to return to the NBA still remains very much alive. Just recently, Stephenson took a significant step towards […]

Help is potentially on the way for Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, and it comes from some familiar faces for NBA fans. According to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, the Mavericks front office were “impressed” with former NBA players Lance Stephenson and Isaiah Thomas’ workouts. This comes right after the report that the Mavericks held […]

The Dallas Mavericks worked out Isaiah Thomas, Lance Stephenson and Monta Ellis on Thursday as they look for more help around Luka Doncic, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania and Jon Krawczynski. Thomas has been angling for an NBA return for quite some time, and perhaps the Mavs will wind up being a fit because […]

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 […]

It might seem like he’s been around forever, but best believe Lance can still make ’em dance. Free agent guard Lance Stephenson, still only age 30 (surprising, right?), and he recently held a private workout on Friday, according to Chris Haynes. Free agent guard Lance Stephenson will hold a private workout this morning in Las […]

Lance Stephenson hasn’t played in the NBA since he was with LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2018-19 season. Yet, he’s still just 30-years-old. Now, he’s trying to make a comeback to the league. Per Chris Haynes of Yahoo, Lance Stephenson is set to hold a private workout in Las Vegas on […]

While there have been a lot of negative reviews about LeBron James’ Space Jam: A New  Legacy movie, the Los Angeles Lakers star found one big supporter in his former nemesis and teammate Lance Stephenson. Stephenson did not only appreciate the message that the film sends, but he also said the Lakers forward did a […]

Indiana Pacers big man Domantas Sabonis recorded his sixth triple-double of the season on Wednesday against the Brooklyn Nets. He finished with 18 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists in the losing effort. Despite the loss, Sabonis got a consolation prize of sorts as he set the Pacers record for most triple-doubles in a season, […]

Lance Stephenson might be aware that, according to reporting from Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the NBA is considering expanding the roster of each NBA team due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns. Each roster would expand to 18 players, with the 18th player being a third two-way contract. One player who seems quite interested in that idea […]

The 2020-21 season is apparently full of redemption and comebacks for certain players. That’s been the case so far and continues to be the impression on Thursday. Per The Athletic’s Shams Charania, both Michael Beasley and Lance Stephenson are eyeing a comeback in pro basketball as they prepare for the G League Draft on Monday: […]

Former NBA guard Lance Stephenson posted a hilarious selfie using one of the new Snapchat filters, and LeBron James and Dwyane Wade got a kick out of it. LeBron & Dwyane Wade are dying at Lance Stephenson’s new ‘sugar daddy haircut’ 🤣 pic.twitter.com/iYVoPEdMCE — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 19, 2020 This is exactly why NBA fans […]

Lance Stephenson was “99 percent” set to sign a deal with the Indiana Pacers before the COVID-19 pandemic forced the NBA to suspend play in March, per Adam Zagoria of Forbes. Stephenson is currently training in Indianapolis, but he wishes he were in Orlando, Florida for the NBA restart with the Pacers. “Yeah, definitely, I […]

The Indiana Pacers were close to a deal to bring in Lance Stephenson to cover for the injuries to Malcolm Brogdon and Jeremy Lamb prior to the suspension of the 2019-20 NBA season. However, per Scott Agness, signing the former Pacer isn’t possible given that he is ineligible to play. No, Lance Stephenson is not […]

Bad news for Indiana Pacers fans: Star guard Victor Oladipo will not be playing when the NBA bubble games get underway. Still bad news, but slightly less bad than the first news for Pacers fans: They can’t sign Lance Stephenson as an injury replacement for Oladipo even if they wanted to. Vic shared his sentiments […]

Brooklyn Nets swingman Wilson Chandler announced on Sunday his intentions to also sit out the resumption of the 2019-20 NBA regular season at Disney World in Orlando, Florida. With superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving also confirming that they will not return from their respective injuries, the Nets are now scrambling to find another body […]

Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant looks as healthy as ever after recovering from the coronavirus. Recently, he went on a live video chat on Instagram with Los Angeles Lakers guard Quinn Cook, and pretty much seemed like his old self. For some reason, the discussion spiraled into a random game of 1-on-1 between Lance Stephenson […]

Among those he has played with, NBA free agent Lance Stephenson claims that LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers has the best work ethic in the league. Speaking on an IG Live session, Stephenson detailed his argument and highlighted how James is the ‘”first in everything.” “I watched LeBron work out. Super professional. First […]

Lance Stephenson is in “strong talks ” to return to the Indiana Pacers, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Nothing has been finalized yet, and Stephenson still needs clearance from his Chinese team and FIBA. This would be Stephenson’s third stint with the Pacers if he signs a new deal. The guard […]

Despite a rousing 39-point win against the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday, Indiana Pacers fans couldn’t help but chant “We want Lance” at the end of the rout. That was a chant directed toward the front office, hoping to persuade them to sign longtime NBA forward Lance Stephenson, who has played in China during the 2019-20 […]

Free agent shooting guard Lance Stephenson is trying to make a comeback stateside. The former Indiana Pacers second-round pick is looking for an opportunity to play in the NBA again after a stint competing overseas in China, per Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes. Yahoo Sources: Free agent guard Lance Stephenson seeking return to NBA following season […]

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler recently said he knew he could play in the NBA after seeing Lance Stephenson play. Stephenson reacted to Butler’s comment by saying, “That boy look up to me, don’t downgrade talent. I motivate you to work hard and get in that gym. You love my game don’t be scared to […]

Jimmy Butler threw shade at Lance Stephenson in a recent interview, and all fans knew it was only a matter of time before “Born Ready” clapped back. The outspoken Miami Heat forward recently claimed that he knew he could cut it in the NBA after seeing a guy like Stephenson make it. Stephenson, who now […]

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler knew he could play in the NBA after seeing Lance Stephenson play. Butler, who has turned himself into one of the best two-way players in the game, was on Vince Carter’s podcast and told the Atlanta Hawks veteran that seeing Stephenson play in the NBA was a sign that he […]

The upcoming East Asia Super League Terrific-12, a 12-team tournament composed of some of the best local teams from participating nations in the region, continues to gain steam. Recently, it was announced that former NBA players Lance Stephenson and KJ McDaniels will be two of the most noteworthy names that will star in the multi-national […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Lance Stephenson has decided to play overseas, agreeing to a one-year, $4 million deal to join the Liaoning Flying Leopards of the Chinese Basketball Association. Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes reports. Free agent guard Lance Stephenson has reached a one-year, $4 million agreement with Liaoning of the Chinese Basketball Association, league […]

Veteran forward Lance Stephenson is still without a team four weeks after free agency opened, which is somehow understandable, considering that he just finished an underwhelming season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He can still provide quality minutes for any team, especially with the right amount of playing time. He’s a decent 3-point shooter and […]

Lance Stephenson is still a free agent and is waiting for a call to play for another team next season. But while he has the free time, he’s spending most of it with his family. As intense as he is on the court, Stephenson is a loving husband to his wife and a father to […]

Lance Stephenson has been a journeyman over the last few NBA seasons, but one thing has remained consistent. There is no question that he plays his best basketball with the Indiana Pacers. After signing a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers to team up with LeBron James last offseason, Stephenson is set to hit […]

Free agent forward Lance Stephenson has had a somewhat underwhelming stint with the Los Angeles Lakers last season. He was signed by the franchise to a one-year deal in order to help mentor the young players and provide quality minutes off the bench. Stephenson was able to do both, but his individual production took a […]

According to ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, Kobe Bryant hasn’t been showing up to Los Angeles Lakers practices as Lance Stephenson has claimed. Stephenson recently told TMZ Bryant is “always” at the team’s practices. Smith, however, says he spoke to Bryant himself and the Lakers legend refuted Stephenson’s claim. “I spoke to him yesterday,” Smith said […]

With so many activities going on in his life, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has definitely been keeping himself busy in retirement. However, despite his hectic schedule, the five-time NBA champ still finds time to connect with his former team, as he continues to make an effort to support the Lakers in any way […]

Perhaps the best example of the lack of experience and unpreparedness of a front office headlined by former president of basketball operations Magic Johnson and current general manager Rob Pelinka were the puzzling signings made after acquiring their prized jewel in LeBron James. The two executives had their mind made up as to who would […]

The last day of the NBA regular season is upon us. As always, the 82-game journey of the 2018-19 season was a wild ride with plenty of excitement and captivating storylines. Compared to those previous, player movement was ramped up this season, as we saw a lot of familiar faces in new jerseys. With almost […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook was matched up with Los Angeles Lakers guard Lance Stephenson in the post during their game on Tuesday. Stephenson had his hand of Westbrook’s hip which the latter swatted down continuously while looking at the referees, begging for a foul. Not long after, the referees granted his wish. Peep the clip […]

The first year of the LeBron James era with the Los Angeles Lakers was a disaster. The Lakers are going to miss the playoffs. The roster Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka constructed around James wasn’t good, as there wasn’t enough shooting on the team. Despite the putrid season, Lakers guard Lance Stephenson and center JaVale McGee […]

Lance Stephenson was determined to get his shot at the NBA Finals this past offseason, and he saw no better path to get there but to play for the Los Angeles Lakers and join a cast spearheaded by LeBron James, who had reached the last eight Finals. Upon seeing that dream blow up, Stephenson drove home […]