Ross Gasmer

Ross is a staff writer with LakersNation. He is a graduate of the University of Arizona. He is a huge sports fan and will keep you up to date with the latest sports news. Follow Ross on Twitter at @Ross_Gasmer12.
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Video: Kobe Bryant Makes First Comments Since Signing Extension

Prior to the start of the Los Angeles Lakers three-game road trip against the Washington Wizards, guard Kobe Bryant made his first public comments since signing his two-year, $48.5 million extension yesterday morning. Bryant, 35, is currently recovering from Achilles…

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Lakers News: Mitch Kupchak Believes Kobe Bryant Took Pay Cut

The entire basketball world was shocked yesterday morning when it was announced the Los Angeles Lakers and Kobe Bryant reached agreement on a two-year, $48.5 million contract extension. Bryant, 35, was slated to become a free agent at season's end,…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Attends Hublot Watches Dinner

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant is just as savvy off the court as he his on. Bryant has an impressive list of sponsors including Coca-Cola, Turkish Airlines, Lenovo, Panini and Mercedes Benz was added this year. Bryant partnered with…

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Lakers News: Chris Kaman ‘Doubtful’ For Tonight Against Warriors

With the emergence of Jordan Hill, the Los Angeles Lakers have seen their rotation change quite a bit in recent games. Head coach Mike D'Antoni has struggled with who to play and his decision tonight might be made easier by…

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Lakers News: D’Antoni Expects Steve Nash To Be Out Another 10 Days

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash hasn't played since he had to leave the floor against the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 10 and it started retirement talks for the 39-year-old guard. Nash hasn't looked comfortable the entire season as…

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Lakers News: Steve Nash Fully Intends To Come Back This Season

It was reported late last night that Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash was considering medical retirement as he's out for at least the next two weeks with a nerve injury in his back. The 39-year-old guard hasn't been…

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Lakers News: D’Antoni Talks Kobe Bryant After First Full Practice

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant was back at practice this afternoon with the Lakers having four days off between games. Bryant was first at practice on Saturday and was cleared for full contract the next day. Bryant participated in…

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Video: Kobe Bryant Discusses Recovery, Legacy And More With Rick Fox

With the Los Angeles Lakers season already 10 games deep, guard Kobe Bryant is making the media rounds to discuss when he thinks he'll be back on the floor after tearing his Achilles last April. Bryant has been deemed ahead…

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Lakers News: D’Antoni Says Jordan Hill Solidified Himself For Minutes

On the second night of a back-to-back, the Los Angeles Lakers weren't able to match the energy of the Denver Nuggets and lost 111-99. While the result obviously wasn't what the Lakers wanted, power forward Jordan Hill continued to show…

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Lakers News: Mike D’Antoni Calls Jordan Hill Lakers’ “Best Player”

For the sixth time in nine games, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Mike D'Antoni put together a new starting lineup after news broke earlier this week that Steve Nash would be sidelined for at least two weeks. Jodie Meeks, Jordan…

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