Magic Johnson Defends Former Laker Teammate
Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson asked U.S. District Court to give his former Michigan State and Laker teammate, Jay Vincent, a lesser prison sentence. Johnson told the judge to give Vincent a "second chance and a light sentence" and have "mercy"…
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…
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…
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…
Drew League Going After Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles based Drew League will have a much anticipated rematch against Washington D.C.'s Goodman League on Sept. 10 in L.A. The two teams previously played on Aug. 20 and Goodman League won the game 135-134 with Kevin Durant as…
Ron Artest Facing Insurance Problems to Play Overseas
Although rumors said Ron Artest would head to England and play for the Chesire Jets, it now seems as though the world champion may not cross the pond. According to Artest's agent, David Bauman, the Jets are not offering his client…
Madison Square Garden Ranked #1 NBA Arena; Staples Center Ranked Third
The Orlando Sentinel released its list for the Best NBA Arenas, and New York Knicks stadium Madison Square Garden was ranked number one. The Indiana Pacers' Conseco Fieldhouse and the Los Angeles Lakers' Staples Center were ranked second and third, respectively.…
High Level Labor Meeting Set For Next Week
Although the NBA Players Union and team owners are not planning to hold a full CBA meeting until next month, there will be a high-level gathering some tine next week, CBS Sports reports. The meeting will include the leaders of…
NBA Players Union Not Pleased With Owners’ Proposals
The NBA Players Union will most likely meet with the league owners some time next week, but the NBPA is not ready to sign any offers coming its way. Both parties are still far apart and the latest updates show…
Matt Barnes May Participate in Vegas Pro League
Impact Basketball, an elite training center, will launch their own basketball league in September. The teams in this league will consist solely of professionals, nearly 70 NBA players will join alongside plenty of stars. Although rosters are still being put…
