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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Lakers News: Steve Nash Admits Trading Him ‘Makes Sense’

Heading into the 2014 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers are considering all options with the seventh overall pick. One of those options is to combine the pick with veteran point guard Steve Nash in a trade package. -- Lakers…

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Kobe Bryant Flashback: Lakers Acquire Kobe In Draft Day Trade

http://youtu.be/4XEfrqn4PiE With the 13th pick in the 1996 NBA draft, the Charlotte Hornets chose to roll the dice on a 17-year-old out of Lower Merion High School named Kobe Bryant. -- Lakers Nation Summer Sale Is Here! Get 32% Off…

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Magic Johnson Told Jeanie Buss He Wanted To Play For Detroit Pistons

Back in 1979, Dr. Jerry Buss bought the Los Angeles Lakers franchise and his first move as the new owner was about as good as any he made in his 33 years of ownership. -- Lakers Nation Summer Sale Is…

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Lakers News: Mitch Kupchak ‘Hopeful’ To Bring Back Nick Young

Veteran guard/forward Nick Young officially opted out of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. Even though the Lakers seem intent on making a run at LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony, re-signing Young isn't out of the question…

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Lakers News: Steve Nash ‘Not Necessarily Interested’ In Coaching

Two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash is nearing the end of his playing career. At 40-years-old, Nash will likely retire after this coming season following the last year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. -- Lakers Nation Summer Sale…

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NBA Trade Rumors: Josh Smith Headed To Sacramento Kings?

The Sacramento Kings have been busy this off-season trying to find a trade partner for the eighth pick in the upcoming 2014 NBA draft. Along with trying to move their lottery pick, the Kings also appear interested in acquiring Josh…

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Lakers News: Team ‘Hopeful’ To Meet With LeBron James

With superstar LeBron James intending to opt out of his deal with the Miami Heat, teams around the league will be hoping to get an opportunity to talk to the perennial All-Star. The Los Angeles Lakers are one of those…

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Lakers News: Nick Young Opts Out Of Contract With The Lakers

Heading into the NBA off-season, the Los Angeles Lakers face a lot of uncertainty with the majority of the players on the roster hitting the free agent market. Arguably one of the best players on the squad, Nick Young, has…

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LeBron James To Opt Out Of Contract With Heat; Will Test Free Agency

After four seasons with the Miami Heat, superstar LeBon James has decided to opt out of his contract with the team and test the free agent market, according to ESPN's Chris Broussard: LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, has informed the…

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Carmelo Anthony Would Consider Lakers If They ‘Strengthen’ Roster

Once NBA free agency gets underway on July 1, the Los Angeles Lakers intend to make their best sales pitch to Carmelo Anthony. The Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks, Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls are all expected to do…

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