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 Rumors: Grizzlies Have ‘Secondary’ Interest In Pau Gasol

Once the 2013-14 NBA season mercifully comes to an end for the Los Angeles Lakers, GM Mitch Kupchak and company will have some tough decisions to make in terms of which players on the current squad they offer contracts to.…

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Lakers News: Blake Griffin Praises Kobe Bryant For Tireless Work Ethic

Over the course of his NBA career, Kobe Bryant has earned the reputation as one of the hardest working players in the league. Kobe is relentless in his efforts to improve his game,p year in and year out. As a…

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Lakers News: Nick Young Calls Drew Gooden’s Actions ‘Uncalled For’

UPDATE (5:35 PM): The NBA has fined Drew Gooden $15,000 for his actions last night. No Laker was punished further according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin: The NBA announces Drew Gooden was fined $15,000 for his involvement in the Lakers-Wizards altercation.…

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VIDEO: Nick Young Gets Into Scuffle With Wizards’ Drew Gooden

In his first game back in quite some time, veteran guard/forward Nick Young was back to form as one of the Los Angeles Lakers' best scorers off the bench. Young scored 21 points in 29 minutes and got involved in…

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NBA News: Andrew Bynum Out Indefinitely With Knee Soreness, Swelling

It didn't take long for Andrew Bynum's persistent injury problems to flare up while with the Indiana Pacers. Bynum may have made an impression in the two games played with the Pacers, but is already dealing with knee issues. According…

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Nick Young Wants To Avoid Being ‘Worst Team In Lakers History’

After missing 17 of the last 18 games, Nick Young will return to the floor on Friday night for the Los Angeles Lakers against one of his former teams in the Washington Wizards. -- Celebrate March Madness With 25% Off…

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March Madness: Marshall Clowns Ryan Kelly After Duke Loss To Mercer

The biggest upset of the 2014 NCAA Tournament took place on Friday with Jabari Parker's Duke Blue Devils (3rd seed) falling to Mercer Bears (14th seed). -- Celebrate March Madness With 25% Off The Entire Store! Use Code: FutureLaker --…

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Lakers News: Wes Johnson Ruled Out Against Washington Wizards

It has been roller coaster ride all season long for the Los Angeles Lakers in terms of players being in and out of the lineup due to injuries or simply the coach's decision. On Friday, Steve Nash and Nick Young…

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Mark Cuban: ‘Jerry Buss Is The Best In The History Of The NBA’

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is one of the most vocal and controversial owners in professional sports today. Although many don't agree with Cuban's tactics and attitude toward authority in the NBA, no one doubts his ability to be a…

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Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Says ‘Ultimately, I Am The One Voice’

Lakers president Jeanie Buss has begun to address the concerns of fans of the team in arguably the worst season in franchise history. On Thursday, Buss made an appearance on 710 ESPN radio with John Ireland and Steve Mason to…

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