Year: 2011

Home Is Where You Make It: Kobe Bryant, Brandon Jennings and Los Angeles

Recently Brandon Jennings of the Milwaukee Bucks has been taking several shots at Los Angeles Lakers’ guard Kobe Bryant. Jennings began his anti-Kobe campaign after Bryant emphatically capped off his Drew League debut by hitting a game winner over James…

The Mythical Bar Set by Michael Jordan

When aspiring basketball athletes play on empty street courts or run-down gymnasiums, their idea of basketball perfection is expressed through Michael Jordan’s greatness. As the ball is released from the players’ hands, the one word that is shouted is “Jordan,”…

Kevin Garnett Refused Lakers Due to Kobe-Jackson Feud

Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett said he was anticipating a trade the Lakers when he was a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2007, but the feud between Kobe Bryant and Phil Jackson made him think twice about going to…

Michael Vick’s Story of Rebirth Has Familiar Lakers Flavor

Earlier this week Michael Vick signed a six year, $100 million contract with the Eagles and so far the reaction from the media has been predictably mixed. Some applaud the man for turning his life around after serving a prison…

Ron Artest Guarantees Lakers Will Win 2012 NBA Championship

After the Lakers flamed out against the Dallas Mavericks in last season's playoffs, many pundits questioned whether or not this batch of Lakers had already seen their most productive days. One such Laker doesn't think so. Ron Artest, who has…

Pau Gasol Scores 29 in Opening Match of European Championship

Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol scored 29 points to help lead Spain over Poland, 83-78, in the opening match of Group A of the European Championship. Along with his 29 points, Gasol tied for a game-high seven rebounds. Juan…

The Lockout’s Potential Effect on the Lakers and the NBA

The reality of a shortened or even cancelled NBA season this year is setting in with NBA fans and the players. While the NFL stopped their lockout by agreeing to a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) prior to the start…

Ron Artest Plans Number Changes In The Future

Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest is not only planning to change his name to Metta World Peace, but he is also leaving the jersey number 15 for 70. When Artest first joined the Lakers he wore number 37 in…

Javaris Crittenton Arrested in Orange County

After being charged with murder in an Atlanta shooting late last week, Javaris Crittenton has been taken into police custody in Orange County. According to FBI spokeswoman Laura Eimiller, Crittenton was taken into custody about 8 p.m. at John Wayne…

Ron Artest to Donate ‘Dancing’ Money to Charity

Earlier tonight Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest was named as one of the contestants on the newest season of ABC's Dancing With the Stars. According to Mark Medina of the L.A. Times, Ron Artest will be donating the money…

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