Jabari A. Davis

104 Articles

The Curious Case of Andrew Bynum

For the record, last night's lackluster performance was not the sole responsibility of Andrew Bynum. That said, if you're going to 'talk the talk'...then I'm going to need you to back it up with some inspired play on the court.…

Jabari A. Davis

Kobe Bryant, Andrew Bynum Provide the One-Two Punch for the Lakers

Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried received a long pass along the baseline with the Lakers leading 95-91, late in the 4th quarter. Rather than concede the lay-up, Kobe Bryant and Steve Blake applied pressure from behind. Somehow, Bryant was able…

Jabari A. Davis

Handing Out Grades for Lakers 2012 Regular Season

For as much turmoil as the Los Angeles Lakers have endured over the course of the season, even the most ardent of Laker detractors would have to acknowledge their steady progress. In fact, given all of the variables (shortened training…

Jabari A. Davis

What Metta World Peace’s 7-Game Suspension Means for the Lakers

Allow me to say, without equivocation, Metta World's "Peaceful Elbow" was unquestionably excessive. That said, it was an emotional reaction to James Harden (known for posturing and pestering) stepping into his path following a thunderous dunk. Laker supporter or not,…

Jabari A. Davis

Metta World Peace and Matt Barnes Are Lakers’ Renaissance Men

What was once was a weakness is now a strong suit with World Peace and Matt Barnes," said Lakers Broadcaster Bill MacDonald. Truer words are tough to come by, as the Lakers are finally reaping the benefits of consistently above-average…

Jabari A. Davis

With Backs Against the Wall, Lakers Must Perform Now

As we come to the close of the season, the Lakers have painted themselves into a corner. Eight games remain, six of which are against teams currently in the playoffs. Their come-from-behind victory (without Kobe Bryant) against New Orleans coupled…

Jabari A. Davis

Message to Andrew Bynum, Lakers: Time to Put Up or Shut Up

While Laker fans may be accustomed to the drama, back-and-forth via the media, and 'diva-like' personalities from their 'superstars', the organization has proven a willingness to put up with this unfortunate byproduct of success in today's NBA only as long…

Jabari A. Davis

Lakers vs. Warriors Game Notes: Immediate Reactions and Post-Game Assessments

Whether watching the games as purely entertainment, or eagerly dissecting the action for an upcoming article, I tend to keep a running tab of game notes, thoughts, and commentary. Coming off the now-infamous "Kobe Bryant benching", I wanted to pay…

Jabari A. Davis

Class is in ‘Sessions’: Ramon’s Coming Out Party

We don't even need a Lakers Nation poll to determine the overall consensus on whether Ramon Sessions should start.  The offense flows, the tempo is better, and the team simply looks more 'fluid' when Sessions is in the lineup. In…

Jabari A. Davis

Mitch Kupchak is on Point: Adding Sessions, Eyenga

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports, the Los Angles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed upon a deal that would send PG Ramon Sessions and SF Christian Eyenga to the Lakers in exchange for a 2012 (Lottery Protected) first…

Jabari A. Davis