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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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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NBA News: Adam Silver Says NBA Jerseys Will Have Ads Within Five Years

The NBA has been kicking around the idea of adding ads on jerseys in a similar fashion to the way it is done in professional soccer overseas, the WNBA and in the MLS. Although many are opposed to the idea,…

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Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Says Lakers ‘Don’t Need Anybody Else’

In the aftermath of Phil Jackson signing with the New York Knicks, the Lakers brass has had to answer for the team not bringing the 11-time NBA champion back in some capacity. The one person that has taken on the…

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Lakers News: Nick Young Set To Return Against The Wizards On Friday

After missing 17 of the last 18 games with a knee injury, Nick Young appears to be ready to get back on the floor for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Washington Wizards on Friday night. Young participated in practice…

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