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Recent Los Angeles Laker news, rumors

  • • Tristan Thompson threatens Lamar Odom on Khloe Kardashian’s IG
    Tristan Thompson and Khloe Kardashian have recently split up, but it’s pretty clear that the Boston Celtics big man is not over her. Kardashian recently posted a hot and heavy bikini selfie on Instagram, which saw former Los Angeles Laker and her ex-husband Lamar Odom comment and praise Khloe for looking so good. Tristan Thompson […] The post Tristan Thompson threatens Lamar Odom on Kh...2021
  • • Lakers star LeBron James reacts to Zaila Avant-garde’s historic Spelling Bee victory
    Sure, the NBA Finals are going on as we speak, but Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James is being well-rounded as usual. On Thursday was the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and it made headlines as Zaila Avant-garde became the first African American champion in the history of the Spelling Bee and it brought a ton […] The post Lakers star LeBron James reacts to Zaila Avant-garde’s historic...2021
  • • Shaquille O’Neal blasts Lakers star LeBron James’ rant over NBA schedule
    In mid-June, LeBron James went on a lengthy rant about injuries, claiming the NBA should’ve listened to his message early on. It drew several responses around the league with Shaquille O’Neal being the latest to react to the Los Angeles Laker superstar’s statement. In an interview with CNBC’s Jessica Golden, O’Neal reminded that athletes are […] The post Shaquil...2021
  • Kyrie Irving Explains Why NBA Logo Should Feature Kobe Bryant
    • Kyrie Irving Explains Why NBA Logo Should Feature Kobe Bryant
    Kyrie Irving was one of many NBA to have a special bond with Kobe Bryant. And one of his friends is pushing for the NBA to pay homage to late the Los Angeles Laker legend more than a year after he and eight others were killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif. The Brooklyn […] The post Kyrie Irving Explains Why NBA Logo Should Feature Kobe Bryant appeared first on NESN.com....2021
  • • This is the best Lakers roster since the 1980s Showtime era
    The Los Angeles Lakers have had some incredible teams in their history. Getting your jersey retired as a Los Angeles Laker makes you part of an extremely exclusive club. This is what makes the talent level on this current roster so impressive. On the daily Locked On Lakers podcast, host Anthony Irwin explains why he […] The post This is the best Lakers roster since the 1980s Showtime era app...2020
  • • Fans call out Montrezl Harrell over old NSFW Lakers comments
    In a world seemingly controlled by the internet and social media, everyone ought to be extra careful in what they put out there and post. No one is safe from a generation of screenshots and keyboard warriors, not even newest Los Angeles Laker addition Montrezl Harrell. Trez is the latest star to be called out […] The post Fans call out Montrezl Harrell over old NSFW Lakers comments appeared ...2020
  • • Lakers Nearing Deal with Montrezl Harrell
    The Los Angeles Laker are nearing a deal with Montrezl Harrell, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Harrell won Sixth Man of the Year with the Clippers last season. Harrell will sign a two-year deal worth the mid-level exception, the latter of which will include an option. Harrell’s decision to join the Lakers, Brad Turner […] The post Lakers Nearing Deal with Montrezl Harrell appe...2020
  • • How Kobe Bryant Became a Los Angeles Laker
    This story appears in a magazine dedicated to the most iconic draft class ever. Get your copy. Kobe Bryant’s career was nearing its end when he stretched out on a trainer’s table in the Lakers’ locker room for some restorative work on a body that had given two decades to the NBA. As he received […] The post How Kobe Bryant Became a Los Angeles Laker appeared first on SLAM....2020
  • • Cody Bellinger speaks out on being a LeBron James fanboy
    With 48.1 million followers, Los Angeles Laker forward LeBron James is one of the most popular athletes on Twitter. He sometimes uses his massive platform to tweet about social issues, such as getting people to vote, and staying vigilant on election day. But most of the time, he uses it just like everyone else: to […] The post Cody Bellinger speaks out on being a LeBron James fanboy appeared...2020
  • • Playoff Rajon Rondo is the 3rd star the Lakers need to win a championship
    As impressive as Los Angeles Laker stars Lebron James and Anthony Davis have been this season, even the best playoff teams need a reliable, third scoring options who has the experience to not be afraid these big games. Enter Playoff Rajon Rondo… in a minute. A few optimistic Laker fans thought this third star could […] The post Playoff Rajon Rondo is the 3rd star the Lakers need to win...2020

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Los Angeles Laker injury and suspension

  • • Shaquille O’Neal blasts Lakers star LeBron James’ rant over NBA schedule
    In mid-June, LeBron James went on a lengthy rant about injuries, claiming the NBA should’ve listened to his message early on. It drew several responses around the league with Shaquille O’Neal being the latest to react to the Los Angeles Laker superstar’s statement. In an interview with CNBC’s Jessica Golden, O’Neal reminded that athletes are […] The post Shaquil...2021
  • • Kyrie Irving Explains Why NBA Logo Should Feature Kobe Bryant
    Kyrie Irving was one of many NBA to have a special bond with Kobe Bryant. And one of his friends is pushing for the NBA to pay homage to late the Los Angeles Laker legend more than a year after he and eight others were killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif. The Brooklyn […] The post Kyrie Irving Explains Why NBA Logo Should Feature Kobe Bryant appeared first on NESN.com....2021
  • • Lakers shut down LeBron James for remainder of season
    LeBron James’ troubled first season as a Los Angeles Laker is over. In a statement issued by the team on Saturday, the Lakers announced that James will sit out the remainder of the season in order to allow his groin to fully heal and give him the best long-term prognosis. James ended up playing 55 games for the Lakers this season, averaging 27.4 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. This...2019
  • • Lamar Odom wants to play in BIG3 in honor of Rasual Butler
    Lamar Odom has been interested in playing in Ice Cube’s BIG3 basketball league for quite some time, but he may be more motivated than ever now to join a team for the upcoming season.Odom told TMZ on Thursday that he could be joining the BIG3 this summer, and he said he doesn’t have a preference of which team he plays for. However, he said he would like to play in honor of the late Rasual Butler, a...2018
  • • Phil Jackson Says Kobe Bryant Requested Trade from Lakers During 1999-00 Season
    2016
  • • Lakers Sign Make-a-Wish Teen to 1-Day Contract, Entertaining Presser Ensues
    2016

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Los Angeles Laker lifestyle

  • • Lakers’ LeBron James purchases 13,000 sq. ft. Beverly Hills mansion last listed at $39,000,000
    LeBron James as a Los Angeles Laker still hasn’t fully sunk in for some NBA fans. But it looks like everyone’s going to have to get used to him in the Purple and Gold for a little while longer. If his recent purchase in Beverly Hills is any indication, LeBron is planning on staying in […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James purchases 13,000 sq. ft. Beverly Hills mansion last list...2020
  • • LeBron James back turning heads with another offseason workout video
    For LeBron James, there is no such thing as the offseason, even if he oftentimes spends some time at the onset of summer decompressing with family vacations in exotic locales.One needn’t look any further than how James has taken to posting videos in the past few years to document his rigorous and grueling offseason workout regimen. The newly signed Los Angeles Laker, most recently in Europe with w...2018
  • • Lamar Odom wants to play in BIG3 in honor of Rasual Butler
    2018
  • • Nick Young nearly got misspelled tattoo before Iggy Azalea stepped in
    If you’re getting a permanent tattoo, you probably should make sure you have the correct spelling first — we’re talking to you, Nick Young. The Los Angeles Laker has been in the news plenty of late after teammate D’Angelo Russell videotaped Young talking about his exploits with women other than fiancée Iggy Azalea. But he got caught up in a different embarrassing situation Wednesday night on Twitt...2016

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Los Angeles Laker trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Lakers Nearing Deal with Montrezl Harrell
    The Los Angeles Laker are nearing a deal with Montrezl Harrell, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Harrell won Sixth Man of the Year with the Clippers last season. Harrell will sign a two-year deal worth the mid-level exception, the latter of which will include an option. Harrell’s decision to join the Lakers, Brad Turner […] The post Lakers Nearing Deal with Montrezl Harrell appe...2020
  • • How Kobe Bryant Became a Los Angeles Laker
    This story appears in a magazine dedicated to the most iconic draft class ever. Get your copy. Kobe Bryant’s career was nearing its end when he stretched out on a trainer’s table in the Lakers’ locker room for some restorative work on a body that had given two decades to the NBA. As he received […] The post How Kobe Bryant Became a Los Angeles Laker appeared first on SLAM....2020
  • • LeBron James back turning heads with another offseason workout video
    For LeBron James, there is no such thing as the offseason, even if he oftentimes spends some time at the onset of summer decompressing with family vacations in exotic locales.One needn’t look any further than how James has taken to posting videos in the past few years to document his rigorous and grueling offseason workout regimen. The newly signed Los Angeles Laker, most recently in Europe with w...2018
  • • Lamar Odom wants to play in BIG3 in honor of Rasual Butler
    Lamar Odom has been interested in playing in Ice Cube’s BIG3 basketball league for quite some time, but he may be more motivated than ever now to join a team for the upcoming season.Odom told TMZ on Thursday that he could be joining the BIG3 this summer, and he said he doesn’t have a preference of which team he plays for. However, he said he would like to play in honor of the late Rasual Butler, a...2018
  • • Phil Jackson Says Kobe Bryant Requested Trade from Lakers During 1999-00 Season
    2016
  • • Phil Jackson Warned Lakers They’d Be ‘Sorry’ for Not Drafting Kristaps Porzingis
    2016
  • • Robert Horry: Kobe Bryant reneged on bribe to ex-teammates, offered Adidas gear for passes
    Kobe Bryant was so hungry for the ball at one point in his career, he was willing to trade product for passes. Ex-Los Angeles Laker Robert Horry revealed Bryant offered his teammates Adidas gear in exchange for preferential passes during the 2002-o3 season, The L.A. Daily News’ Mark Medina reported on Twitter on Tuesday. Bryant was 24 years old and looking to assume more responsibility when he flo...2016
  • • Lakers Sign Make-a-Wish Teen to 1-Day Contract, Entertaining Presser Ensues
    2016
  • • Steve Nash Leaves the NBA After Leaving a Mark That Can't Be Removed
    2015
  • • Beck/Bucher: Imagining the Ideal Kobe Bryant Trade Scenarios
    2014

Los Angeles Laker stats and results

  • • Lakers shut down LeBron James for remainder of season
    LeBron James’ troubled first season as a Los Angeles Laker is over. In a statement issued by the team on Saturday, the Lakers announced that James will sit out the remainder of the season in order to allow his groin to fully heal and give him the best long-term prognosis. James ended up playing 55 games for the Lakers this season, averaging 27.4 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. This...2019
  • Post Up: LeBron James Earns the Win in Return to Cleveland
    • Post Up: LeBron James Earns the Win in Return to Cleveland
    Lakers 109 (10-7), Cavaliers 105 (2-14) All eyes were on Cleveland as LeBron James made his first return since becoming a Los Angeles Laker. He made the most of it, leading his new team to the win with 32 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists. JaVale McGee came up with a huge block on a […] The post Post Up: LeBron James Earns the Win in Return to Cleveland appeared first on SLAMonline....2018
  • • Phil Jackson Says Kobe Bryant Requested Trade from Lakers During 1999-00 Season
    2016
  • • Carmelo Anthony Says He Wants Input in Knicks Head Coach Search
    2016
  • • Robert Horry: Kobe Bryant reneged on bribe to ex-teammates, offered Adidas gear for passes
    Kobe Bryant was so hungry for the ball at one point in his career, he was willing to trade product for passes. Ex-Los Angeles Laker Robert Horry revealed Bryant offered his teammates Adidas gear in exchange for preferential passes during the 2002-o3 season, The L.A. Daily News’ Mark Medina reported on Twitter on Tuesday. Bryant was 24 years old and looking to assume more responsibility when he flo...2016
  • • Steve Nash Leaves the NBA After Leaving a Mark That Can't Be Removed
    2015
  • • Kevin Love shuts down Los Angeles Lakers rumors
    Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Kevin Love has been the center of the rumor mill this week with a report surfacing that he may be realizing Cleveland wasn’t the place for him after all and he would want to be a Los Angeles Laker this Summer in free agency. Kevin finally spoke to the media stating the opposite. The three time all star said: “Going to the Lakers, no, that’s not true. I don’t know ...2014

Los Angeles Laker parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • Tristan Thompson threatens Lamar Odom on Khloe Kardashian’s IG
    2021
  • • Jeanie Buss tweets her love for Magic Johnson after his resignation
    Jeanie Buss could have been upset with Magic Johnson for blindsiding her with his resignation news on Tuesday, but that’s not how she responded publicly. Instead, Buss showed love for Magic on Twitter after he resigned as the Los Angeles Lakers’ President of Basketball Operations. Buss’ tweet came along with the Lakers’ statement on Magic’s resignation. Here’s what the team said: “There is no grea...2019
  • • Fallout from the Magic Johnson retirement announcement
    In the wake of Magic Johnson‘s abrupt resignation on Tuesday night, the Lakers issued a statement thanking him for his work with the franchise over the past two years. “There is no greater Los Angeles Laker than Earvin Johnson. We are deeply grateful to Magic for all that he has done for our franchise – as a player, an ambassador and an executive,” the statement reads. “… He will always be not onl...2019
  • • Watch: Kobe Bryant shares Mamba mentality during inspirational speech to Chargers
    The Los Angeles Chargers are cruising right along with a 7-2 record, which ranks them at No. 2 in the AFC West. But a special guest who attended the Chargers practice on Friday advised the team to not focus on their standing. Instead, NBA legend and former Los Angeles Laker, Kobe Bryant told the team to focus on the moment because “7-2 don’t mean s*** do it?” pic.twitter.com/63b7DenUER — Los Angel...2018
  • • Barack, Michelle Obama ‘so proud’ of LeBron James over school opening
    LeBron James on Monday officially opened the I Promise School in his hometown of Akron, Ohio, something from which the new Los Angeles Laker drew tremendous pride. James has received well-deserved praise for opening the school, which will serve 240 third- and fourth-graders identified as behind in critical academic areas and other factors. Although, it’s likely James will be most flattered by a he...2018
  • • LeBron James back turning heads with another offseason workout video
    2018
  • • Kyrie Irving spotted on date with Chantel Jeffries, Bieber's ex
    Kyrie Irving appears to have taken a renewed interest in DJ Chantel Jeffries, ex-girlfriend of Justin Bieber, as the two were spotted out and about earlier this week in Westwood, Calif., according to a TMZ report. Irving and Jeffries, rumored to have been an item back in 2016, were evidently on a date night outing to take in “Incredibles 2.” The two evidently have taken an interest in one another ...2018
  • • Mychal Thompson says son Klay would 'disown me' if he acted like LaVar Ball
    Mychal Thompson couldn’t be anything like LaVar Ball, because his son would not stand for it.Thompson, a former Los Angeles Laker and father of Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson, said Monday he couldn’t imagine acting like the Ball family patriarch. There were several reasons, but chief among them was the fact that Klay would “disown” him.“Man, if I tried one one-hundredth of what LaVar doe...2017
  • • Lamar Odom: Nick Young should have fought D’Angelo Russell
    Lamar Odom apparently takes the Bro Code very seriously.In an appearance this week on Complex’s “Everyday Struggle,” the former Sixth Man of the Year and ex-Los Angeles Laker commented on the Nick Young-D’Angelo Russell scandal that rocked the Lakers last year.“If I was Nick Young, I would’ve put my hands on him,” said Odom of Russell, per Bryan Kalbrosky of HoopsHype. “And I was expecting motherf...2017
  • • Odom may do reality TV show, says rehab was 'life-changing'
    Lamar Odom has completed his latest stint in rehab, and the former NBA star is already thinking about his next career move. In a brief chat with TMZ on Thursday, Odom described his experience at a rehabilitation facility in San Diego as “life-changing.” When asked if he has any plans going forward, he said he is considering doing a reality television show. Here’s the video: Odom was also asked ab...2017

Top Los Angeles Laker news

  • • Anthony Davis, Lineage Logistics to Aid Los Angeles Community
    Los Angeles Laker Anthony Davis and Lineage Logistics Come Together to Aid Los Angeles Community with Jobs, Support for Local Businesses, and Feeding Frontline Healthcare Workers Providing $250,000 Matching Donation for Help Feed the Frontline Fighting COVID 19 - LA Connecting Displaced STAPLES Center Employees to 260 Open Job Opportunities at Lineage, in Partnership with AEG...2020
  • • Beck/Bucher: Imagining the Ideal Kobe Bryant Trade Scenarios
    2014
  • • Lakers Sign Make-a-Wish Teen to 1-Day Contract, Entertaining Presser Ensues
    2016
  • • Playoff Rajon Rondo is the 3rd star the Lakers need to win a championship
    2020
  • • Pau: Will be 'emotional, weird' to play Lakers
    Former Los Angeles Laker Pau Gasol said it will be "emotional" and "weird" to face his old teammates on Christmas night when his new team, the Chicago Bulls, takes on his former one....2014
  • • Steve Nash Leaves the NBA After Leaving a Mark That Can't Be Removed
    2015
  • • Vanessa Bryant Posts Heartbreaking Tribute On 19th Anniversary To Kobe
    It’s been an emotional weekend for Vanessa Bryant, widow of the late Los Angeles Laker legend, Kobe Bryant. Friday night,... »...2020
  • • Shaquille O’Neal blasts Lakers star LeBron James’ rant over NBA schedule
    2021
  • • Tristan Thompson threatens Lamar Odom on Khloe Kardashian’s IG
    2021
  • • LeBron James, Dwyane Wade reminisce about the good old days with Heat
    LeBron James is now currently a Los Angeles Laker. Try explaining that to someone from ten years ago. Back then, LeBron James had just announced that he was taking his talents to South Beach to team up with his best buddy Dwyane Wade. Apparently, the time off from the game has them reminiscing their glory […] The post LeBron James, Dwyane Wade reminisce about the good old days with Heat appe...2020
  • • Kobe Bryant Dishes On Relationship With Shaquille O’Neal, Phil Jackson (Video)
    Kobe Bryant always has been fearless on the court, but the longtime Los Angeles Laker......2015
  • • NBA Rumors: Lonzo Ball Undecided On Working Out For Teams Other Than Lakers
    Lonzo Ball is determined to become a Los Angeles Laker. Ball reportedly is considering working out for only the Lakers ahead... »...2017
  • • NBA Rumors: Lakers Will Hold Workouts With Lonzo Ball, Markelle Fultz
    The Los Angeles Laker are doing their due diligence before the 2017 NBA Draft. The Lakers own the No. 2... »...2017
  • • Carmelo Anthony Says He Wants Input in Knicks Head Coach Search
    2016

Los Angeles Laker schedule, game

  • • Shaquille O’Neal blasts Lakers star LeBron James’ rant over NBA schedule
    2021
  • • Playoff Rajon Rondo is the 3rd star the Lakers need to win a championship
    2020
  • • Lakers shut down LeBron James for remainder of season
    2019
  • • Barkley will not be pleased by Cousins joining Warriors
    The Golden State Warriors landed DeMarcus Cousins for the mid-level exception, and TNT analyst Charles Barkley will not like it if his recent comments are any indication.In an interview on the Unnecessary Roughness podcast, “Sir Charles” explained how he’d rather not win a championship than join “super team” like some players in the modern era have chosen to, per SportsGossip.com:“It doesn’t matte...2018
  • • Isaiah Thomas willing to come off bench for Lakers
    Isaiah Thomas isn’t necessarily insisting on starting as a Los Angeles Laker.Amid talk that the veteran point guard would not want to come off the bench for the young Lakers, Thomas said Saturday that, while he’d prefer to be starting, he will do whatever the team wants him to do.“This is the best they have been playing,” Thomas said, via Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN. “I don’t want to mess anything up. ...2018
  • • Nick Young nearly got misspelled tattoo before Iggy Azalea stepped in
    2016
  • • Kevin Love shuts down Los Angeles Lakers rumors
    2014

Los Angeles Laker rumors, scandals

  • • Lamar Odom: Nick Young should have fought D’Angelo Russell
    2017

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