Los Angeles Lakers
Gasol Still Frustrated in D’Antoni’s System
In this mess of a Lakers season, there has remained one crazy, befuddling constant: Mike D’Antoni’s decision to embarrass and then bench Pau Gasol. “It’s hard to know personalities if you don’t get in touch with them,” said... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 14
The New York Knicks are getting healthy, playing well and climbing in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 14 »Read More
Earl Clark Wants to Stay With Lakers
Earl Clark is quick to add that his first choice is the Lakers, who can sign the unrestricted free agent even though they are already well over the salary cap next season. “This is... »Read More
Lakers’ Kupchak: ‘We Will Not Make a Trade’
Asked about his remaining options to salvage this season, Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said, “We will not make a trade. We will not trade Dwight Howard. We have no intention of making a... »Read More
Knight: Metta ‘Definitely Threw a Punch’
(Metta) World Peace was assessed a Flagrant-One foul and allowed to remain in the game. (Brandon) Knight insists World Peace threw a punch and should have faced a stiffer penalty after the incident, which... »Read More
Dwight Howard Still Sore; No Return Date
(Dwight) Howard did not play Sunday in Detroit because of lingering pain in his right shoulder, and he wasn’t sure he’d return Tuesday in Brooklyn either. “It feels a little bit better, but still... »Read More
World Peace Compliments Brandon Knight
Metta World Peace provides a long-winded explanation for flagrant foul on Brandon Knight: “He’s a small guy,” World Peace said. “He was trying his hardest to keep me off him. He worked hard, man.... »Read More
Lakers Not Convinced a Move is Necessary?
Whether the Lakers make a deal before the February 21 trade deadline, one opposing GM opined, could depend on what they do as the deadline approaches. If they close the gap on that last playoff... »Read More
Lakers’ Howard Game-Time Decision to Play
Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard flew out of Los Angeles at noon PT Saturday after undergoing platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy on his ailing right shoulder in the morning. He will be re-evaluated by... »Read More
Lakers Win First Road Game of 2013
Lakers 111 - Timberwolves 100 (end of regulation) The Lakers finally broke the Minnesota Timberwolves’ zone, going inside to Pau Gasol to hold on with a 111-100 win. Dwight Howard sat out, flying back to Los Angeles to get his... »Read More
Few Options for Lakers’ Player Exception
The Lakers were recently awarded a disabled player exception for the injured center Jordan Hill (hip), giving the team an additional spending tool. The exception can be used to sign a player for up... »Read More
Fantasy: MVP and Other Mid-Season Awards
With half the 2012-2013 campaign in the books, HOOPSWORLD is here to hand out the hardware… »Read More
NBA AM: Who Is Next To Get Traded?
A look at the top six players who could be dealt now that Rudy Gay is no longer on the block... Andrew Bynum getting closer to his debut... Brandon Roy getting further from coming... »Read More
Dwight Howard Listed as Day-to-Day
The latest snag in the Lakers’ season is the repeated aggravation of a torn labrum in (Dwight) Howard’s shoulder. He has already missed three games because of it and left two others early, most... »Read More
Beasley Primed to Revitalize NBA Career?
New head coach Lindsey Hunter may be just what the slumping Michael Beasley needs to break out of his funk this season in Phoenix. »Read More
NBA AM: Moving On From Rudy Gay
The Memphis Grizzlies had to trade Rudy Gay and their deal yesterday was exactly what they were looking for... Lakers get their exception... Magic lose Glen Davis for the season... NBA Chats at 10:30am... »Read More
Dwight Howard Re-Injures Right Shoulder
Dwight Howard re-aggravated the injury to his right shoulder in Phoenix on Wednesday night, and it didn’t look to be anything minor either on the court or in the locker room afterward. While there was... »Read More
Lakers Granted Exception for Hill’s Injury
The Lakers were given a disabled-player exception by the NBA after losing Jordan Hill for the season. They have until March 11 to spend $1.8 million on a free agent or $1.9 million to acquire a... »Read More
NBA PM: The Trade Rumor Update
When the potential details of NBA trades start to emerge, there is generally more substance to the rumors and the details have started flowing... Dwane Casey talks Raptors... Greivis Vasquez as Most Improved?... Jon... »Read More
Three-Point Shootout Deserves Star Power
To compete with the Slam Dunk Contest on All-Star Saturday Night, the Three-Point Shootout needs NBA stars who will produce an exciting and exhilarating competition. »Read More
NBA AM: Do The Celtics Need To Make A Trade?
Most believe the Celtics need to make a trade with Rajon Rondo injured, but that may not be the case if Avery Bradley raises his game »Read More
Gasol on Benching: I Don’t Appreciate It
The Los Angeles Lakers got another win Tuesday by beating the New Orleans Hornets 111-106, but they might have lost some of the team cohesion they built up over the course of their three-game... »Read More
D’Antoni Surprised at Kobe’s Abilities
The last time the Lakers won three consecutive games, they were relying on (Kobe) Bryant scoring at least 30 points every game. But Bryant has altered his method of attack after the initial plan... »Read More
Ex-Laker Luke Walton Helps Cavaliers’ Bigs
The Lakers may have traded Luke Walton because of his bad back, but the Cavaliers got an NBA champion to mentor their young big men. »Read More
Lakers Team Meeting Fueling Turnaround?
Earlier this month, Phil Jackson said the Lakers would need to have a “come to Jesus” moment if they were to make the playoffs. If you ask Dwight Howard and Kobe Bryant, they’d say that moment came last week... »Read More
Blake Hopes to Play Tuesday for Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers guard Steve Blake went through a full practice with the team Monday and will return to the lineup Tuesday when the Lakers play the New Orleans Hornets. Blake has missed the... »Read More
Lakers’ Gasol Won’t Ask For Trade
Lakers forward Pau Gasol isn’t OK with coming off the bench, and doesn’t see himself embracing it for the long term. But Gasol told CBSSports.com Monday he will not request a trade before the... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 13
Flaying under the radar, the San Antonio Spurs suddenly climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with the league's best record. »Read More
Lakers’ Mike D’Antoni Tempers Excitement
Everyone loves everybody now. There were Lakers hugs all around, with fans at Staples Center on Sunday joining the party, getting rally towels and the feel of a playoff game. Happy 79th birthday, Jerry... »Read More
No Surgery for Dwight Howard’s Shoulder
The prospects of Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard’s injured shoulder healing during the season may be far-fetched, and surgery could knock him out for a considerable period. “Six months,” Howard said on how... »Read More
Dwight Howard: ‘Nobody’s Going Anywhere’
With the Feb. 21 trade deadline fast approaching and the free agent-to-be who used to be known for his joyous ways waffling again about whether he’s happy, Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard is... »Read More
D’Antoni Rejects Notion of Kobe Sacrificing
Even though (Kobe) Bryant ended up scoring less than half of his 28.9 points per game average, good for third best in the league, Lakers coach Mike D’Antoni said it shouldn’t be looked at... »Read More
Lakers’ Steve Blake Eyes Tuesday Return
The #RoadtoRecovery was long, but I’m back for the @Lakers Tuesday night. via Steve Blake via Twitter »Read More
Kobe Bryant Committing to be Facilitator?
Los Angeles Lakers’ guard Kobe Bryant is one of the most accomplished scorers in NBA history but his teammates certainly seemed pleased at his effort on Friday night to share the ball in a 102-84... »Read More
Tumultuous Days Await Lakers Ownership?
(Jerry) Buss, whose 79th birthday is Sunday, has been the greatest owner in sports history, and the prospect of losing leadership that great is daunting for any organization in any field. In Buss’ case,... »Read More
Kobe Still Sees Championship with Howard
Asked if he (Kobe Bryant) still believed he could win a championship with (Dwight) Howard, he said, “Yeah, for sure.” Unrelenting and sure as always, he’s trying to teach Howard a lesson he may... »Read More
Meeks Frustrated by Decreased Minutes
While the 25-year-old (Jodie) Meeks has picked things up pretty much where he left off last season, the big difference has been he was a starter in Philadelphia and now comes off the bench... »Read More
Lakers’ Jodie Meeks Lost in Los Angeles
Jodie Meeks lost his spot in Mike D'Antoni's rotation, but the Los Angeles Lakers have been worse since the change. »Read More
Dwight Howard: We Need to be Positive
Will the gray skies hovering over the Los Angeles Lakers’ 17-25 season clear up? Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard still thinks so. “Negativity just got to stop,” Howard said after the team’s shootaround... »Read More
NBA PM: Five Burning Trade Deadline Questions
Five questions NBA teams are asking as the trade deadline approaches ... Former Lakers' draft pick making good ... Hunter promises culture change in Phoenix ... »Read More
Lakers Not Thinking D’Antoni Buyout?
There’s plenty of heat and speculation — and plenty for Mike D’Antoni to hash out as far as better utilizing his players, including 2013 free agent Dwight Howard — but I was told Thursday... »Read More
Dwight Howard Receives Clearance to Play
According to the Lakers, Dwight Howard has been cleared to play Friday after seeing a shoulder specialist. Dr. James Tibone examined Howard on Thursday, confirming “there is no further damage,” after Howard re-aggravated the... »Read More
NBA Salary Now, Salary Tomorrow
Which NBA teams still have cap flexibility today? Which franchises project to have spending power over the offseason? »Read More
NBA AM: Lakers’ Troubles Mounting
The Los Angeles Lakers meeting during shootaround didn't change their on court product much, and Dwight Howard got hurt again... Carl Landry talks about the Warriors... Dan Majerle expresses anger over being passed on... »Read More
D’Antoni Wrong Hire for Lakers?
(Jim) Buss passed on the Lakers’ glorious championship legacy to attach his franchise to the desert mirage of D’Antoni and Nash, a reunion tour born of a one-dimensional, gimmick offense and a point guard... »Read More
Howard Re-Injures Shoulder in Lakers Loss
The Lakers’ 106-93 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday marked their third consecutive defeat and seventh in a row on the road. The Lakers (17-25) continue making it harder to climb out of... »Read More
Lakers’ Hill Out Six Months After Hip Surgery
Jordan Hill underwent surgery Wednesday morning to repair his injured left hip. Performed by Dr. Thomas Byrd in Nashville, Hill had loose fragments removed from the joint. He also had a torn labrum repaired... »Read More
Kobe Ignoring Distractions, Focused on Winning
As the distractions are mounting for the struggling Los Angeles Lakers, their star player Kobe Bryant is not letting anything take his focus away from the ultimate goal of winning basketball games. »Read More
NBA AM: Kirilenko Won’t Opt Out This Summer
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Andrei Kirilenko has a player option for 2014 but tells HOOPSWORLD he won’t opt out to test free agency »Read More
Lakers Considering Dwight Howard Trade?
The Los Angeles Lakers have consistently turned away trade inquiries in recent weeks for All-Star center Dwight Howardand still believe they have a strong chance of signing him to a new contract when Howard... »Read More
Source: Howard Not Happy; May Move On
(Dwight) Howard has not publicly indicated any desire to sign elsewhere when he becomes an unrestricted free agent July 1 and came to Los Angeles determined to succeed with a minimum amount of fuss... »Read More
League Source Denies Nets After Howard
RealGM.com, citing an unnamed source, reported Tuesday that the Brooklyn Nets are preparing once again to try to acquire Dwight Howard. A league source, however, emphatically told Mike Mazzeo of ESPNNewYork.com that the report... »Read More
Lakers GM Points to Effort, Not D’Antoni
The Los Angeles Lakers already have fired one head coach in this disappointing season, but general manager Mitch Kupchak isn’t placing all the blame for the team’s 17-24 start on the current one. “Without... »Read More
Is Paul Stoll Bound for Lakers?
Giants President of Guyana, Sergio Perez announced the possibility that the pilot Paul Stoll can play in the NBA, with Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol, the Los Angeles Lakers. via Rodrigo Malagon Forero of... »Read More
Nash: Lakers Don’t Know Who They Are Yet
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash believes with all the changes, the Lakers still don't know each other yet. »Read More
NBA AM: Would The Celtics Trade Paul Pierce?
The Celtics seem poised to make a trade, but would they really consider moving Paul Pierce?... Xavier Silas still working on his game... The Lakers bench Pau Gasol... Wizards kicking the tires... Some scare... »Read More
Gasol Insists He Wants to Stay with Lakers
Despite admitting dissatisfaction over his new bench role, forward Pau Gasol maintained he wants to stay with the Lakers. “I feel like I’m a part of this team and part of this franchise. I... »Read More
Butler Becoming Defensive Stopper for Bulls
The words coming loudly out of all corners of the Bulls’ locker room late Monday night were unmistakable. “Kobe stopper! Kobe stopper!” The words were directed toward one man who wore a sheepish smile... »Read More
Lakers Playing China Games in 2013-14
Perhaps in a move by the NBA to capitalize on the immense global popularity of Kobe Bryant – who could be playing his final season in 2013-14 — the Los Angeles Lakers will participate in the China Games... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 12
The Utah Jazz climb to 13 in the NBA Power Rankings. The Oklahoma City Thunder and L.A. Clippers stand strong in the top two spots. »Read More
Did Kobe Send Roster Change Plea?
Accepting (Kobe) Bryant’s explanation for what’s gone wrong in Laker Land would be cutting corners again. It’s not that simple — especially because Bryant hedged on his claim for the blame, indirectly dragging management... »Read More
Mike D’Antoni: ‘We have too many issues’
The Lakers couldn’t escape from the problems that have plagued them all season. It also appeared they didn’t bring much energy along with their luggage over here, either. The Lakers’ 108-103 loss Sunday to... »Read More
Lakers Forced to Revive Season on the Road
The Los Angeles Lakers are 5-12 in road games, going nearly a month since their last victory away from Staples Center. Not a good sign for a team with 24 of its last 43... »Read More
Mike D’Antoni: Nash Not Defensive Liability
Lakers Head Coach Mike D’Antoni recently moved shooting-guard Kobe Bryant on the ball defensively, asking him to spend tremendous energy guarding younger, athletic point guards to ease the pressure on the 38 year-old point guard... »Read More
Fantasy Focus: Rebounders
HOOPSWORLD analyzes the top rebounders so far in the 2012-13 NBA season. Is it time to make a change on your fantasy team? »Read More
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