Ryan Ward

Ryan Ward is a Reporter/Editor and shares duties of being a Social Media Manager on a daily basis at Lakers Nation. As a credentialed member of the media, Ryan covers Lakers home games, press conferences as well as interviewing players from both the NBA and NFL. A Los Angeles native, but born and bred in the UK. Long-suffering Raiders fan and a Liverpool supporter since birth.
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Nick Young Employs Two ‘Shoe Keepers’ To Watch Over His ‘Shoe House’

Nick Young is no stranger to a lavish lifestyle. The veteran guard has the cars, the clothes and the rapper girlfriend with the bank account to support living the high life in Los Angeles. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED…

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Kobe Bryant Could Be Shut Down If ‘Nowhere Near Playoff Contention’

The main topic of discussion surrounding Kobe Bryant over the last few weeks has been whether the Los Angeles Lakers will shut him down for the season. Bryant already missed six games this season for rest and will sit out…

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Lakers News: Jordan Hill Considered Probable To Play Against Cavs

During Tuesday's game against the visiting Miami Heat, forward/center Jordan Hill hyperextended his left knee. The injury didn't appear to be serious, but there was reason for concern with Hill heading to the locker room in the fourth quarter and…

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Kobe Bryant Says He’s Been Playing ‘On The Perimeter Way Too Much’

The Los Angeles Lakers lost another close game at home on Tuesday night with Kobe Bryant having one of the worst shooting performances of his career. Bryant went 3-for-19 from the floor and simply couldn't get it going against Miami…

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Kobe Bryant ‘Won’t Play In Overtime’ If Beyond Minute Restriction

Kobe Bryant is currently in unfamiliar territory with the superstar needing to have his minutes restricted in order to remain fresh during his 19th NBA season. It has been a difficult transition for arguably one of the toughest players in…

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NBA Rumors: Celtics To Trade Jameer Nelson For Nate Robinson

The Boston Celtics have been among the most active teams in the NBA with the trade deadline a little more than a month away. The buzzer doesn't sound until Feb. 19, but the Celtics haven't wasted any time in getting…

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NBA Rumors: Jordan Farmar Headed To Sacramento Kings?

After one season back with the Los Angeles Lakers, Jordan Farmar hit the free agent market once again last summer. Even though Farmar wanted to continue wearing purple and gold, the veteran point guard wasn't willing to wait for Carmelo…

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Kobe Bryant Considered ‘Questionable’ Against Miami Heat

After missing the last two games in order to get more rest, Kobe Bryant may return to the floor against the visiting Miami Heat on Tuesday night at the Staples Center. -- Have You Seen These LIMITED EDITION "Try Me"…

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Cavs’ David Blatt Says Kevin Love Is ‘Not A Max Player’

With the return of LeBron James and acquisition of Kevin Love, the Cleveland Cavaliers were expected to be a dominant force in the Eastern Conference once again. LeBron finally had the top tier talent around him in Cleveland to become…

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Byron Scott On Damian Lillard: ‘Just A Hell Of A Player’

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Portland Trail Blazers for the second time in a week on Sunday night at the Staples Center with Damian Lillard taking over in the fourth quarter once again. -- Have You Seen These…

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