Russell Valenzuela

Russell Valenzuela graduated from UC Irvine and writes for Lakers Nation. As a Laker fan since childhood, he follows and tracks statistics for a variety of sports.
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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Discusses ‘Vino’ Watch and Nicknames

While Kobe Bryant continues to recover from a torn rotator cuff that caused him to miss the second half of the 2014-15 NBA season, he remains busy with his business ventures and endorsement opportunities. -- Think You Know Everything About…

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PHOTOS: Karl-Anthony Towns, D’Angelo Russell Listed As Lakers On Wikipedia

The Los Angeles Lakers currently hold a protected top-five pick in the upcoming 2015 NBA Draft. During the NBA Draft Lottery held May 19, the team will learn its fate and can begin moving forward with their off-season plans and…

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Former Laker Javaris Crittenton Sentenced To 23 Years In Prison

Former Los Angeles Laker Javaris Crittenton learned his fate Wednesday after pleading guilty to volunatary manslaughter for his role in the August 2011 death of a mother of four. -- Think You Know Everything About Kobe Bryant? Take The Ultimate…

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Jeanie Buss Sees Legalized Sports Betting As ‘Fan Engagement’

Ever since taking up the NBA Commissioner's office, Adam Silver sought ways to evolve the league and taken strong stances on a number of issues. He wrote an essay for the New York Times last November in support for legalized…

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VIDEO: Bleacher Report’s Kevin Ding Offers 3 Potential Free Agents For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the summer looking to rebuild their roster. With plenty of cap space available the team will be using free agency as an important tool. While the Lakers will always be mentioned a possible destination for…

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VIDEO: Compilation Of Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan’s Best Footwork

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZGZmBOqMdk Throughout his NBA career, Kobe Bryant has been regarded as one the most skilled players of all-time. One of the reasons Bryant has been able to achieve all he has is his excellent footwork which allows hime to escape…

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Lakers Rumors: Team Remains ‘On The Radar’ For Goran Dragic

As the NBA trade deadline approached in February, the Los Angeles Lakers were rumored to be among the teams looking to acquire Goran Dragic from the Phoenix Suns. The team held pat as the Miami Heat offered the pieces Phoenix…

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Lakers News: Flea Wants To Represent L.A. At NBA Draft Lottery

With the NBA Playoffs beginning over the weekend and the Los Angeles Lakers sitting out for the second straight year, the team is focused on the off-season with the draft as an important step. -- Think You Know Everything About…

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PHOTO: Los Angeles Lakers New $80 Million Training Facility

While most the Los Angeles Lakers rebuild is focused on the revamping the roster and the upcoming off-season, the team is also focused on improving their image off the court. -- Think You Know Everything About Kobe Bryant? Take The…

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Mitch Kupchak: ‘We Rarely Sell The Past Or Legacy Here’

The Los Angeles Lakers missed the playoffs for the second straight season. General manager Mitch Kupchak has a busy off-season ahead. There figures to be plenty of turnover as the roster was filled with players with expiring deals. Kupchak addressed…

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