Los Angeles Lakers
Six Free Agents For The Lakers
With very little money to spend, the Lakers must find a way to plug several major holes. »Read More
Report: Monta Ellis Opting Out of Contract
Monta Ellis has informed the Milwaukee Bucks that he will opt out of the last year of his deal, according to league sources. Ellis, who had one year, $11 million left on his contract,... »Read More
Mejeris Working Out for Lakers, Grizzlies
Mareks Mejeris will work out for Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers. via E. Carchia of Sportando »Read More
What’s Next For The Clippers?
The goal for the L.A. Clippers is to re-sign Chris Paul and compete for a championship -- a path that might take them through Boston. »Read More
NBA Sunday: Top-Five Free Agent PF’s
Ranking the top-five power forwards on the free agent market this summer... Clippers-Celtics blockbuster trade brewing? »Read More
NBA Saturday: Where Will Iguodala Sign?
Andre Iguodala will opt of his contract with the Denver Nuggets, so where will he end up signing next season?... Kobe Bryant has plans to play at least two more seasons, according to ESPN.com... »Read More
Key To Steve Nash’s Return: Limit Minutes
Well, it seemed obvious to the rest of us, too. Steve Nash, at age 39 with a chronically bad back and coming off a broken fibula, didn’t exactly get to take it easy this... »Read More
Source: Kobe Wants to Play Two More Years
Kobe Bryant set off a mild panic among Los Angeles Lakers fans Friday afternoon when he selected “The Last Chapter” as the slogan that best represents his comeback from a ruptured Achilles tendon. “The... »Read More
NBA PM: Surprise Destination For Howard, Paul?
If Dwight Howard and Chris Paul play together next season, where will it be? ... The secret to Miami's success is not the Big Three »Read More
Jackson Counsels Buss; Says Lakers a Mess
“ going through crisis and if they ask me to come and sit and just listen to what’s going on, I’m willing to do that,” he (Phil Jackson) said. “As of right... »Read More
What’s Next For The Lakers?
The Los Angeles Lakers have a busy summer ahead of them. Here's what to expect »Read More
More Suitors Emerging for Dwight Howard?
Sources also say that the field for Howard’s free agency has widened considerably… Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, San Antonio, LA and Brooklyn via Steve Kyler via Twitter »Read More
NBA AM: Dirk Nowitzki’s Ideal Mavs Plan
Dirk Nowitzki has very specific expectations for the Dallas Mavericks' offseason... The next great NBA head coach? ... The NBA's first Teammate of the Year Award-Winner. »Read More
Kobe’s Contract a Priority for Lakers
The Lakers would gladly welcome Kobe back for a year or two more, although he would have to take a Tim Duncan/Kevin Garnett pay cut to return. Of course, the other question is “does... »Read More
Lakers GM Undecided on Using Amnesty
Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak sat down with Lakers.com to go over the current happenings in the basketball operations office: MT (Mike Trudell): Regarding the new CBA, have you thought more about using the... »Read More
NBA AM: 2013 NBA Finals Get Underway Tonight
The 2013 NBA Finals get underway tonight, do the Spurs have a real chance or is this Miami's series?... Mitch Kupchak talks Lakers free agency and Dwight Howard. »Read More
Julius Erving: Bynum is ‘damaged goods’
Julius Erving said the Los Angeles Lakers traded the Philadelphia 76ers “damaged goods” in Andrew Bynum, called analytics “turning basketball into rocket science” and predicted the San Antonio Spurs would defeat the Miami Heat... »Read More
NBA AM: Brian Shaw Continues To Generate Buzz
The Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets are reportedly high on Brian Shaw, but where will the hot coaching prospect land? »Read More
Bobcats, Hawks Interested in Darvin Ham
The Lakers granted permission to both Charlotte & Atlanta about talking with Darvin Ham to be an assistant on their staff. via O. Cauchi of Sportando »Read More
Hawks Break Tampering Policy in Fan Letter?
The Hawks may have violated the NBA’s anti-tampering policy by mentioning Dwight Howard and Chris Paul by name in a recent letter sent to prospective ticket buyers. Howard, who is from Atlanta, and Paul... »Read More
Kobe Bryant Intends to Play in Lakers Opener
Stitches removed, out of a cast and with nearly six weeks of rehabilitation under his belt since surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon in his left leg, Kobe Bryant is still hoping for... »Read More
Howard Definitely Meeting With Rockets, Mavs
The NBA free agency period doesn’t begin until July 1 _a month from Saturday _ but the Mavericks and Rockets have reason to believe they will at least get to sit down face-to-face with... »Read More
NBA AM: Is Chris Paul Upset With Clippers?
Report says Chris Paul is angry at Clippers, while he has told players he is happy with the club. Where does the truth land? »Read More
Source: Rockets Plan to Trade Robinson
The Houston Rockets are determined to trade forward Thomas Robinson – the fifth pick in the 2012 NBA draft – to create salary-cap space for the pursuit of the Los Angeles Lakers’ free-agent superstar... »Read More
Can Spurs Supplant Lakers, Steal Howard?
Quietly, the Spurs have maintained a championship-caliber team that could make a run at free agents such as Dwight Howard this offseason. »Read More
Kobe Out of Walking Boot, Into ‘Mamba Shoe’
Kobe Bryant will finally lose the walking boot, almost seven weeks after surgery to repair his torn left Achilles’ tendon. Bryant was injured on April 12 in a win over the Golden State Warriors.... »Read More
Phil Jackson: ‘Lakers Picked the Path’
The Los Angeles Lakers have a coach in Mike D’Antoni, but do they have what they need? Phil Jackson doesn’t seem to think so. “I think they need to get back inside, where the... »Read More
Bobcats Coach Bringing in Patrick Ewing?
The Charlotte Bobcats have reached an agreement in principle to hire Los Angeles Lakers assistant Steve Clifford as head coach, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Clifford will sign a two-year deal with a team... »Read More
NBA PM: Drama Awaiting Rockets with Howard?
If Dwight Howard chooses the Houston Rockets, will drama undermine the team? ... Curtain call for the Memphis Grizzlies? »Read More
NBA AM: Another 2013 NBA Mock Draft
The 2013 NBA Draft is around the corner, so lets take an other look at how the NBA Draft could play out... No decisions for Dwight Howard yet... NBA Chats at 11am and 3pm... »Read More
Pau Gasol Wants Howard to Make Decision
While Pau (Gasol) is aware that he may be traded, the problematic part for all involved is that (Dwight) Howard is taking his time with the decision. “Dwight is looking at his options, and... »Read More
Happiness Means More Than Money to Howard
Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard was adamant that his free-agent decision will be about personal happiness. Happiness is a subjective term. When Howard chooses a team this summer, he may not favor the team... »Read More
Bucks Down to Three in Coaching Search
The Milwaukee Bucks are bringing back three candidates to interview a second time for the franchise’s head coaching job, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Atlanta Hawks coach Larry Drew, Houston Rockets assistant Kelvin Sampson... »Read More
NBA Sunday: Top Five Free Agent SGs
The free agent shopping list continues, this time with the NBA's top five shooting guards ... Déjà-vu for the Indiana Pacers? ... Up close with Ryan Kelly »Read More
All-NBA Teams Announced; LeBron Unanimous
Miami HEAT forward LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA First Team, and Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection. Bryant tied Utah Jazz Hall of Famer forward Karl... »Read More
Source: D’Antoni Not Returning to Team USA
Former Knicks coach Mike D’Antoni has told Mike Krzyzewski he will not be rejoining his new Olympic staff, according to a league source. Team USA will announce Krzyzewski’s return tomorrow as U.S. Olympic coach... »Read More
Howard Torn Between Rockets, Lakers?
Despite all signs pointing to his Lakers return late in the season, the star (Dwight Howard) whose infamous indecisiveness led to his Orlando saga being dubbed “The Dwightmare” is – according to a person... »Read More
Report: Howard Rips D’Antoni in Private
The Los Angeles Lakers do not yet know Dwight Howard’s decision for next season, but the All-Star center made his feelings about Lakers coach Mike D’Antoni known before starting his offseason. While he hasn’t... »Read More
NBA PM: Carmelo To Blame for Knicks’ Demise?
Is Carmelo Anthony to blame for New York's early playoff exit? ... Dwight Howard bringing the sequel to LeBron James' "Decision"? »Read More
Kennedy: Hawks to Pursue Dwight Howard
The Atlanta Hawks will also pursue Dwight Howard. Their dream scenario is to sign Howard and Chris Paul. They can offer two max contracts. via Alex Kennedy via Twitter »Read More
Kobe on Retirement: ‘Soon, but not yet’
Really?? Me. Retire?? Soon, but not yet Vino still has work to do. via Kobe Bryant via Twitter »Read More
Source: Rockets Most Intriguing to Howard
With six weeks to go before (Dwight) Howard becomes an unrestricted free agent, the team that is said to intrigue him the most is the Houston Rockets, according to multiple people briefed on internal... »Read More
Lakers’ Assistant Interviewed for Bucks’ Job?
Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Steve Clifford is interviewing with the Milwaukee Bucks for their head-coaching job on Monday, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Milwaukee has interviewed Nate McMillan and Houston Rockets assistants Kelvin... »Read More
Pau Gasol’s Recovery at 12 Weeks
Pau Gasol will need 12 weeks to return to basketball-related activities after today’s knee procedure, the Lakers said. via Mike Bresnahan via Twitter »Read More
Pau Gasol Has Minor Surgery on Both Knees
Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol will undergo a procedure Thursday to address the tendonosis in both of his knees, the team announced Wednesday. The procedure, known as the FAST (Focused Aspiration of Scar... »Read More
NBA AM: The Offseason’s Most Dangerous Team?
One team could be a sleeper to land the most talented free agents in the summer of 2013 ... Mike Conley a top-five NBA point guard? »Read More
Sources: Mike D’Antoni Dissolves Staff
In the first move of what’s sure to be a busy offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers, coach Mike D’Antoni informed Bernie Bickerstaff and Chuck Person on Monday that they will not be retained... »Read More
NBA AM: Will Chris Paul Stay With Clippers?
Chris Paul could have a difficult decision to make this summer... The New York Knicks need more efficiency from Carmelo Anthony. »Read More
NBA PM: Why Lakers Won’t Amnesty Kobe Bryant
Why the Los Angeles Lakers won't amnesty Kobe Bryant ... Up Close: Lorne Jackson ... Charlotte's coaching search not serious enough yet »Read More
NBA AM: Should the Lakers Rebuild?
Like it or not, it could be time for the Los Angeles Lakers to start over... West's best look vulnerable... NBA Rookie of the Year announced »Read More
Surgery Not Needed for Dwight Howard
Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard will not need surgery to repair the torn labrum in his right shoulder, the team said in a statement. Howard, who will become an unrestricted free agent this... »Read More
Lakers Look to Part Ways with World Peace?
As for World Peace, he turns 34 early next season (Nov. 13). He’s not nearly the defender he once was. He’s erratic offensively. His contract calls for a player option of $7.7 million next... »Read More
Dwight Howard May Need Shoulder Surgery
Dwight Howard has plenty on his mind beyond his pending free agency. He also plans to see a doctor today to check up on the torn labrum in his right shoulder. “Hopefully I don’t... »Read More
Kupchak ‘Optimistic’ on Howard Re-Signing
(Lakers general manager) Kupchak initially said Tuesday it was “hard for me to say” whether (Dwight) Howard would return. Later, though, he expressed confidence in re-signing Howard and “selling the Los Angeles Lakers” to... »Read More
Kobe Wants Gasol to Stay; ‘We Can Win’
But (Kobe) Bryant said he believes the team “finally figured it out” when it finished the season on a 28-12 run, and that if the core of himself, (Pau) Gasol, (Dwight) Howard and Steve... »Read More
NBA AM: Pivotal Offseason For Golden State
The Golden State Warriors have been the surprise of the playoffs, but have a big summer ahead of them in order to become elite. »Read More
Phil Jackson: Realistic Option In Toronto?
Legendary head coach Phil Jackson has been linked to the Toronto Raptors. Is Jackson a realistic target for the Raptors? »Read More
NBA AM: The Playoff Free Agent Centers
No position in the NBA changes the game quite like the center spot and there are some quality bigs hitting free agency in July and some of them are still alive in the post-season...... »Read More
Raptors Eagerly Pursuing Phil Jackson
The Toronto Raptors, emboldened by the news that the Sacramento Kings apparently won’t be moving to Seattle, have ramped up their pursuit of Phil Jackson to be their new team president, according to sources... »Read More
Lakers’ Jamison not Expected to Return
Lakers forward Antawn Jamison will undergo wrist surgery at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Jamison skipped his exit interview with the team on Monday despite the Lakers’ efforts to contact him, according to a team... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition
Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More
Gasol Senses Final Game Played as Laker
The moment Pau Gasol walked off the floor, he heard a roar from the Staples Center crowd that suggested more than just a sendoff marking the end of a season. It could also mark... »Read More
Howard Describes Season as ‘Nightmare’
Dwight Howard didn’t stick around for the end of the Lakers Game 4 loss to the Spurs on Sunday, and maybe it was just because he couldn’t wait another moment for the season to... »Read More
Popovich: ‘Obviously it wasn’t a fair fight’
The result was as predictable as windshield vs. june bug, except by the end of the Spurs’ 103-82 series clinching victory, the june bug was still around to tell the tale. Spurs coach Gregg... »Read More
Dwight Howard Mum on Free Agency
Will Dwight Howard stay or go as a free agent this summer? Free agency begins July 1. Howard can sign with the Lakers for five years and $118 million or go somewhere else for... »Read More
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