Daniel Buerge

Daniel is the former Managing Editor of LakersNation. He has also written for SLAM, ESPN and other various publications. Follow Daniel on Twitter @danielbuergeLA
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Video: Lakers, Timberwolves Battle at Staples Center

The Lakers and Timberwolves took the floor in a highly-anticipated matchup on Wednesday night. While the game itself seemed to take a backseat to the trade rumors and Kobe Bryant's mask, it was still the first game since the All-Star…

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Kobe Bryant Will Play Wednesday vs. Timberwolves; Kevin Love Out

After being officially listed as questionable for the majority of the day it seems that Lakers guard Kobe Bryant will be ready to play tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves. ---------Kobe's Revenge: Win Tickets for Lakers vs. Heat--------- According to Lakers…

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Lakers Turn Down Michael Beasley Trade Offer

According to ESPN.com's Chris Broussard, the Los Angeles Lakers turned down a potential trade that would have brought former number two overall pick Michael Beasley to L.A. in exchange for a first-round draft pick. The reasoning behind the decision for…

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Dwyane Wade Says He Sent Apology Message to Kobe Bryant

During Sunday night's NBA All-Star game Kobe Bryant was fouled hard by Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade. The foul ended up fracturing Bryant's nose and possibly gave him a concussion. While Bryant is expected to be re-examined today to determine…

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Kobe Bryant Will Get Broken Nose Evaluated Tuesday

After suffering a broken nose during Sunday night's NBA All-Star game in Orlando, there have been reports that Kobe Bryant might be unable to play when the Lakers return to action on Wednesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. According to…

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Kobe Bryant Surpasses Michael Jordan as All-Time All-Star Leading Scorer

After scoring his 19th point in the 2012 NBA All-Star game Kobe Bryant added another record to his illustrious career. Bryant surpassed Michael Jordan as the all-time leading scorer in NBA All-Star game history. Bryant scored his 263rd All-Star point…

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Lakers Rumors: Dwight Howard, Lakers Deal Rumored for March 1?

This morning we reported that the Magic had turned down a deal for Dwight Howard that centered around Andrew Bynum. Now, John Cherwa of the L.A. Times is reporting that the teams are working on a restructured deal that will…

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Lakers Rumors: Magic Turned Down Dwight Howard Trade for Andrew Bynum?

It seems that the Andrew Bynum for Dwight Howard trade has been one of the more inevitable trades in recent history, but thus far hasn't happened. There were reports that Howard took the Lakers off his wish list and other,…

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Magic Johnson Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary of Final All-Star Game

It's been 20 years since Magic Johnson's final All-Star game appearance. That game, which ironically was in Orlando (which is also where this season's festivities are taking place), ended up being the last of 12 All-Star appearances for Johnson. Following…

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Kobe Bryant All-Star Game Appearances Through the Years

This season Kobe Bryant was voted to the All-Star game for the 14th time in his illustrious career. Bryant has won All-Star game MVP four times, a record he shares with Bob Petit. Bryant has become a regular fixture at…

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