Lakers News: Coach D’Antoni ‘Surprised’ By Steve Blake Trade
Mere minutes before the tip-off of tonight's game against the Houston Rockets, news broke that the Lakers had traded Steve Blake to the Golden State Warriors. -- Lakers Nation Store Is Back! Check Out The Latest Gear -- Though there…
Game Recap: Lakers Dominated In Eighth Straight Home Loss
The big story of tonight is Dwight Howard's first game back in Staples Center since leaving the Lakers to join the Houston Rockets. He is sure to be booed every time he touches the ball. The Lakers welcome back Jodie…
Lakers News: Pau Gasol Out Vs. Rockets, Meeks To Come Off Bench
Yesterday, it was announced that Pau Gasol was questionable for tonight's game against the Houston Rockets. Today, Lakers reporter Mike Trudell made it official, Gasol will not play tonight: Pau Gasol (groin) is out tonight.— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) February 19,…
Lakers Rumors: Jordan Hill Most Likely To Be Moved At Deadline
Jordan Hill has already been the subject of some trade rumors. Though going to the Brooklyn Nets is highly unlikely, Hill could still be headed somewhere else. Bleacher Report's Kevin Ding believes that, of the current Lakers being shopped at…
Lakers Trade Rumors: Team Assembling Trade Offers For Kevin Love
The Lakers have been linked with Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Kevin Love for some time now. Apparently, the team is not trying to wait until Love hits free agency to make their move. According to CBS Sports' Ken Berger, the team…
Lakers Nation Roundtable: Is It Time For Steve Nash To Retire?
When the Lakers traded for Steve Nash in July of 2012, fans and media alike loved the move. Though Nash was older, he was still very productive for the Phoenix Suns the previous year. Most people made the Lakers the…
Lakers News: Kobe Wants To Be Informed Of Any Trade Deadline Deal
With the NBA trade deadline approaching this Thursday, there are sure to be a number of trade rumors circulating about which players may move to a new home. The Lakers have been the subject of a number of trade rumors…
NBA News: Bill Russell Thanks LeBron For Leaving Him Off Mount Rushmore
A lot of talk during All-Star Weekend has focused on the mythical NBA Mount Rushmore. LeBron James initially started the discussion, naming Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, and Oscar Robertson. Kobe Bryant joined in, also naming Johnson, Jordan, and…
VIDEO: Kobe Bryant’s 1997 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
At the 1997 All-Star Weekend, Kobe Bryant was just some young kid from high school, trying to make a name for himself. By the end of the dunk contest, everyone knew Kobe Bryant was a star. The dunk contest served…
Shootaround Report: Short-Handed Lakers Set To Face Thunder
These days, the majority of talk around the Lakers is focused on injuries. Half of the team is on the injured list, and it is anyone's guess as to when the Lakers will field a full, healthy roster. Tonight the…