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The Los Angeles Lakers have kicked off their title defense with six wins in their first nine games. Their strong start has been a concerted effort from the entire squad — led by their two superstars in LeBron James and Anthony Davis, of course. Nevertheless, role players such as Talen Horton-Tucker have been key to […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Anthony Davis is unquestionably the most well-rounded big man in the NBA today. Not only is Davis an elite defender and shot blocker, he also possesses an all-around offensive game. Initially coming in as an inside threat, The Brow has expanded his game and can now score from both inside and […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel didn’t shy away from expressing his disappointment with the outcome of their matchup against the visiting Portland Trail Blazers for their third game of the season on Monday night. The tactician described that his Lakers team was “stuck in the mud” all throughout the encounter, which eventually caused […]

The Los Angeles Lakers were dealt with huge blows as Anthony Davis was ruled out of their game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to a right calf contusion. Lakers head coach Frank Vogel then bared his strategy in the event that either Davis or LeBron James might miss their upcoming games due to injuries. “I […]

Montrezl Harrell has looked rejuvenated in his first two games as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, much to the delight of coach Frank Vogel. Harrell played a big game in their bounce-back win against the Dallas Mavericks on Christmas Day. The reigning Sixth Man of the Year poured in 22 points on 10-of-13 […]

Unknown to many, 2016 champion coach Tyronn Lue was supposed to be the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. Prior to the 2019-2020 season, things abruptly fell apart due to a disagreement in contract negotiations, among other areas of concern. Meanwhile, another notable figure in Frank Vogel was expected to be the top deputy […]

Before the Los Angeles Lakers finally settled on Frank Vogel as the team’s new head coach prior to the start of the 2019-20 season, Tyronn Lue was actually the frontrunner for the high-profile job. As it turns out, however, Lue and the Lakers brass did not see eye to eye during contract talks, which ultimately […]

Last season, the Los Angeles Lakers surrounded All-Star big man Anthony Davis with traditional centers in Dwight Howard and JaVale McGee to make up one of the best NBA frontcourts en route to the title. In the offseason, they went in a different direction and signed Marc Gasol to a two-year deal. Howard ended up […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Talen Horton-Tucker came out with the performance of a lifetime on Sunday night, as he led L.A. to a blowout victory over cross-town rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers. The 20-year-old was so impressive, that people have started talking about an increased role for Horton-Tucker in the upcoming season — something that […]

Dennis Schroder was one of the new additions for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. Some people are wondering if he’ll be inserted into the starting lineup. While everyone assesses whether or not he should start, Frank Vogel discussed the potential of Schroder starting this season, per Mike Trudell of Spectrum Sportsnet. Frank Vogel said […]

The NBA preseason is set to begin on Dec. 11, with the Los Angeles Lakers facing the Los Angeles Clippers to begin their exhibition schedule. While LeBron James could use some time to get acquainted with his new teammates, Frank Vogel doesn’t believe LeBron James will receive much playing time in the preseason. Via SB Nation’s […]

Though the circumstances were irregular inside the NBA’s bubble complex, the Los Angeles Lakers managed to claim their 17th championship with a 4-2 Finals victory over the Miami Heat. As a result, the Lakers (both Minneapolis and L.A.) are now tied with the Boston Celtics for the most titles in league history. Here’s a look […]

It has been a month since the Los Angeles Lakers were crowned champions of the historic 2019-20 NBA season. In a little over another month, LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the rest of the Lakers are already going to take the court to defend their title. Lakers head coach Frank Vogel recently gave his initial […]

Many pundits are claiming the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020 championship deserves an asterisk, something head coach Frank Vogel doesn’t agree with. In an interview with Kyle Goon of the Orange County Register, Vogel fired back at the critics who are dismissing the Lakers’ title over the Miami Heat. “To endure that type of intense pressure […]

After the Milwaukee Bucks protested their playoff game against the Orlando Magic in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting in Wisconsin, multiple reports stated that the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers were opposed to finishing out the 2020 playoffs. However, according to Lakers head coach Frank Vogel, his team never voted to […]

First-time NBA champion coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers recently opened up about an unforgettable exchange he had with veteran point guard Rajon Rondo after the Lakers clinched the title on Sunday against the Miami Heat. Vogel shared how Rondo approached him to tell his coach what it meant for him to be […]

After leading the Los Angeles Lakers to their 17th title in franchise history, LeBron James was deservingly awarded with the Finals MVP trophy on Sunday night. Head coach Frank Vogel had nothing but high praise for his superstar after their championship-clinching victory against the Miami Heat, with Vogel dubbing LeBron as the GOAT of the […]

ESPN color commentator Mark Jackson believes Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel lucked into a rather easy gig prior to the 2019-20 campaign. With the Lakers up big in Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat on Sunday, the subject of Vogel’s mentorship came into light. Jackson seemed ticked off when […]

Frank Vogel vocally expressed his disappointment over the foul calls that the Los Angeles Lakers received in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, and he was partly correct. Following the Lakers’ narrow loss in game 5 on Friday night, it was revealed that the referees missed two foul calls on the Miami Heat in the […]

Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel remained confident that they can dust off their Game 5 loss in the NBA Finals and bounce back. They had several chances to steal the win from the Miami Heat, but they just couldn’t get the job done. But while he admitted it was a tough loss to swallow, […]

Jimmy Butler has set up his own coffee business in the NBA bubble, and he has had plenty of customers. Unfortunately for him, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel is not one of them. Ahead of Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Vogel explained why he hasn’t bought a cup of Butler’s Big Face […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel heaped praise on Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s big-time buckets in their Game 4 victory over the Miami heat. Per Lakers reporter Mike Trudell, Vogel gave Caldwell-Pope a shoutout for his courage to take and make those critical baskets. Frank Vogel on @CaldwellPope, who had 5 huge points in crunch time, […]

Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel is certainly no Pat Riley, Gregg Popovich or Doc Rivers. For Rick Pitino, that’s exactly what he wants and exactly what the Los Angeles Lakers need. Talking with the New York Post, Pitino noted how the league has changed, and how the outspoken coaches are not the type that […]

Los Angeles Lakers veteran forward Danny Green had another miserable shooting night on Friday, going 1-of-8 on his three-point attempts against the Miami Heat. While Green has been on the receiving end of a ton of criticism for his poor showing, Lakers head coach Frank Vogel quickly came to the defense of his embattled player. […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel understands that his superstar LeBron James has already paired up with plenty of dynamic players in the past — including Dwyane Wade and Kyrie Irving, just to name a few. The Purple and Gold mentor, however, explained why The King’s current tandem with Anthony Davis will go down […]

The Los Angeles Lakers may have the two best players in the NBA Finals in LeBron James and Anthony Davis, but the Miami Heat have a well-rounded team headed by Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Goran Dragic. With that said, Lakers head coach Frank Vogel remains cautious of the Heat and the danger their star […]

Led by LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers are now back in the NBA Finals for the first time in a decade. The King has been a true leader for the Lakers this 2019-20 season and more so in their run to the Finals. Head coach Frank Vogel revealed that the greatest sign of LeBron […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel will make the NBA Finals for the first time in his coaching career. The defensive-minded coach has certainly played a huge part in propelling the Lakers to where they are right now – four wins from capturing the 2020 NBA title. Vogel has transformed this Los Angeles squad […]

Los Angles Lakers forward Anthony Davis has now been listed as questionable for Game 5 against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday. Lakers injury report for Game 5: Anthony Davis (sprained left ankle) and Dion Waiters (sore left groin) are questionable. Alex Caruso (sore right wrist), Danny Green (Volar plate injury, left ring finger) and LeBron […]

Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis are both dealing with soreness from minor injuries following their Game 4 victory in the Western Conference Finals. According to head coach Frank Vogel, however, the two superstars will be available to play on Saturday despite the issue. Frank Vogel on AD (ankle) and LeBron (kneed […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel wanted to “clear the air” about the protocols involved in the team’s foul-call complaints after Games 3 and 4 in the Western Conference Finals against the Denver Nuggets. The referees were thrown in the spotlight initially after several calls were missed during Game 3. https://twitter.com/hmfaigen/status/1309590344124624897 There was a […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel believes that superstar Anthony Davis will be good to go in Game 5 after tweaking his ankle late on Thursday’s 114-108 victory over the Denver Nuggets. The Brow was once again having a phenomenal outing in Game 4 when he landed awkwardly after a jump shot in the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are inquiring as to why LeBron James cannot seem to get to the free-throw line. Head coach Frank Vogel said the team has asked the appropriate bodies about the lack of whistles when James drives to the basket. “We’re dealing with the fouls through the proper channels with the league,” Vogel […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel has drawn a lot of praise following his decision to introduce the zone defense late in Game 3 against the Denver Nuggets. It was a tremendous decision on the fly, which nearly led to a total collapse by the Nuggets. In the end, though, the Lakers still came […]

Under normal circumstances, Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals would be held in Pepsi Center in the Mile High City. Hoping to get a laugh out of his players before 48 minutes of tense basketball action, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel slipped in a joke about Denver’s “altitude.” Per Jeff Zillgitt of […]

Anthony Davis’ last second-heroics on Sunday was reminiscent of the late great Kobe Bryant, according to Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel. While the final play was initially intended for the Lakers’other superstar LeBron James, Vogel praised AD for hitting a “Mamba shot” to give his team a 2-0 lead in their Western Conference […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel explained how his team approaches shot selection with the Purple and Gold gearing up for Game 2 against the Denver Nuggets. Vogel said the Lakers prioritize points in the paint and three-point looks, though he added he does not discourage players from taking midrange jumpers, as long as […]

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals on Friday night behind a terrific performance from Anthony Davis (37 points, 10 rebounds, four assists). However, it was another Lakers big man that seemed to turn the tide in the game in the second quarter: Dwight Howard. Howard, […]

Driving to the basket against Denver Nuggets forward Jerami Grant in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers tweaked his ankle against the defender, falling hard to the ground midway through the second quarter. Though he was able to continue playing, James carried a noticeable grimace for the […]