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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VINE: NBA Draft Prospect Zach LaVine Throws Down Insane Dunk With Ease

A couple weeks ago, the Los Angeles Lakers brought in 12 draft prospects for workouts. Although none of the big-name players like Jabari Parker, Andrew Wiggins or Joel Embiid worked out for the team, quite a few promising prospects showed…

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Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Wins Fourth Ring

Back in 2009, the Los Angeles Lakers were reloaded with talented young players while being led by Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol and Derek Fisher. After a disappointing loss to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals a year earlier, the…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Scheduled To Promote Upcoming Documentary

Five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant is coming to the end of the road in his NBA career and he's fully aware of that fact. With potentially two years left in his playing career, Kobe has decided to give fans an…

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INSTAGRAM: Lakers’ Steve Nash Shows Off His Soccer Skills In Brazil

Outside of Kobe Bryant, two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash is one of the avid soccer fans on the Los Angeles Lakers. Nash shows off his soccer skills in this Instagram post and it's clear he's got some ability. -- Lakers…

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VIDEO: Kevin Love Asked By Kids At E3 About Joining The Lakers

http://youtu.be/rJRK5MiG4BM Superstar Kevin Love did the rounds at E3 Convention in Los Angeles this week and was asked more than once about the prospect of being traded to or signing with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2015. -- Lakers Nation…

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NBA News: Phil Jackson Meeting With Carmelo Anthony In Los Angeles

The rumors have started to run rampant about the immediate future of Carmelo Anthony. The superstar forward will opt out of his deal with the New York Knicks next month and intends to explore his options in free agency. --…

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NBA News: Cavs Reach Out To Mark Jackson About Head Coaching Position

Only two head coaching vacancies remain in the NBA after Derek Fisher signed with the New York Knicks earlier this week. With the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers being the last two teams searching for a head coach, Mark…

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Lakers News: Phil Jackson Throws Carmelo Through Moon Door

The another classic episode of Bleacher Report's spoof, Game of Zones, has been released with Phil Jackson making an unforgettable appearance. Unfortunately, Kobe Bryant didn't show up in the second installment nor did any member of the Los Angeles Lakers,…

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2014 FIFA World Cup: Kobe Bryant Picks Brazil To Win It All

The 2014 FIFA World Cup gets underway on Thursday with host country Brazil getting the festivities started with an opening match against Croatia. -- Lakers Nation Store Is Back! Check Out The Latest Gear! -- During an appearance on Power…

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Lakers News: Kevin Love Talks Lakers; Refers To T’Wolves As ‘They’

http://youtu.be/bATWFGfjlec The Kevin Love sweepstakes continue with the superstar forward rumored to be up for grabs if the right trade package comes along for the Minnesota Timberwolves. With the Love trade rumors kicked into high gear, Love addressed some of…

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