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 News & Rumors Recap: Jordan Farmar Has Torn Left Hamstring, Out 4 Weeks

The Lakers announced today that back-up point guard Jordan Farmar has a moderately torn hamstring, and is going to miss at least four weeks of playing time in order to let the injury heal. Farmar injured himself in the Lakers…

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Lakers Nation Debate: Will Kobe’s Extension Restrict The Lakers?

Topic Of Debate: Whether or not Kobe's contract is going to hurt the Lakers chances of building a championship team in the future. Context: As we all know, the Lakers and Kobe Bryant recently agreed on a contract extension worth $48.5-million dollars…

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Fantasy Basketball Outlook: Get Ryan Anderson 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 vs. Wizards Preview: Lakers Looking To Get Above .500

On Sunday night, the Lakers were able to get able to get their third consecutive win when they defeated the Sacramento Kings 100-86 in front of Lakers fans at Staples Center. The win would place the Lakers back at .500,…

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Lakers Nation Debate: Hill Or Gasol? Lakers Will Have To Choose

Topic Of Debate: Due to the emergence of Jordan Hill this season, the Lakers will be placed in a tough position once the 2014 free agency period commences: picking between the fan favorite in Pau Gasol, or the young big man…

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol Makes Pledge Toward Philippines Typhoon Relief

Last week, the Los Angeles Lakers donated $150,000 in relief funds to the Philippine Red Cross to further assist those affected by Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda). To Pau Gasol, that just wasn't enough. Gasol has always been known to be one…

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Fantasy Basketball Outlook: Jordan Hill Is On The Rise

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: Kobe Bryant Receives Full Clearance

Seven months after having surgery on his ruptured Achilles, Lakers star Kobe Bryant has finally received full medical clearance to resume basketball activity. This past Saturday Bryant participated in his first practice of the season, taking part in some drills…

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Lakers Nation Debate: Why Not Tank This Season Away?

Topic Of Debate: Tanking, and whether the Lakers should consider it. Context: It's reasonable to understand why tanking is a very sensitive subject amongst Lakers fans, as this is something that has hardly been associated with the franchise and its storied history. But…

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Los Angeles Lakers Vs. Denver Nuggets NBA Highlights

The Lakers looked to get their second win a row, and their first victory this season on the tail end of a back-to-back against the Nuggets in Denver. Check out the highlights! Player Of The Game: 1st Quarter  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC0Bia1akTQ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vlZ9J2sO0k…

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