Ryan Cole

Ryan Cole is a student at the University of Southern California (USC) majoring in Broadcast Journalism and minoring in Sports Media Studies. His past experiences include interning for ESPN and Fox Sports. He is huge sports fan that loves to talk all kinds of sports. You can follow him on twitter here: @JustRyCole
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Lakers Vs. Nuggets Preview: Lakers Looking For 2nd Win In A Row

Last night the Lakers were able to get out of their two-game funk by obliterating the Pelicans 116-95 at home. An inspired effort from Jordan Hill, along with an amazing dunk from Xavier Henry, would be the main takeaways from…

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Fantasy Basketball Outlook: Grab Markieff Morris While You Can

We here at Lakers Nation know that Fantasy Basketball is a huge part of the culture in being a fan of the NBA. So for those of you that are currently in a league, and looking for some ways to…

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Lakers News And Rumors Recap: Nash Injuries Continue To Linger

Coming into this season, Steve Nash made it known that he is still suffering nerve damage in his body from the fracture that he suffered in his left leg in the beginning of the 2012-2013 season. This news, as well…

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VIDEO: Lakers Lookback – Top 5 Jerry West Moments

Today we reflect on the amazing career of Jerry West. West was an amazing scorer, a phenomenal leader, and never failed to surprise Laker fans with his amazing ability to come through when he was most needed. Here are the…

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Lakers Nation Debate: Should The Lakers Explore A Nash Trade?

Topic Of Debate: Steve Nash, and whether or not the Lakers should consider trading him. Context: When the Lakers completed a sign-and-trade for Steve Nash on July 4, 2012, lots of Laker fans were excited about the prospect of Kobe Bryant…

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Lakers News: Magic Johnson Reacts To Lakers Win Over Houston

After the Lakers stunned the Houston Rockets in their first matchup against Dwight Howard, the Internet exploded! Steve Blake's game-winning three-pointer over Howard would prove to be the highlight of the Lakers season thus far, as it would put them…

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Mike D’Antoni On Dwight Howard Leaving Lakers: ‘It Didn’t Work Out’

With the Los Angeles Lakers facing the Houston Rockets for the first time this season on Friday, a lot of attention has been be surrounded around Dwight Howard and the fallout between he and the Lakers in the 2012-2013 season.…

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Lakers vs. Mavericks Game Preview: Lakers Look To Get A Road Win

After losing back-to-back games against the Warriors and Spurs, the Lakers rekindled some life into the early part of this season when they got a close victory at home on Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks. Tonight the Lakers look to…

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Says He Will Be A Laker For Life

On Wednesday night, Time Warner Cable SportsNet aired the first interview of their "Connected With..." series. The first segment of the series features Kevin Fraizer interviewing Lakers star Kobe Bryant. In Kobe's discussion with Frazier, he discusses a multitude of…

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Lakers News: Steve Nash Is Out Vs. Warriors Tonight

According to Mike Bresnahan of the Los Angeles Times, Lakers starting point guard Steve Nash will not be playing in tonight's game against the Golden State Warriors. Mike D'Antoni made it known coming into the season that there was a…

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