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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Kobe Bryant Credits New Offense For Efficient Season Thus Far

Five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant had the worst shooting percentage last year of his entire career. Kobe shot 43 percent from the floor last season and not since his second year with the Los Angeles Lakers had the perennial All-Star’s…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Game-Time Decision vs. Pacers With Flu-Like Symptoms

The Los Angeles Lakers will attempt to begin another win streak on Tuesday by following up the huge win over the Dallas Mavericks with a victory over the visiting Indiana Pacers. Unfortunately, the Lakers might have to face the Pacers…

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Phil Jackson: Chances Of Ever Coaching In NBA Again ‘Slim and None’

With a couple weeks in the books for Mike D’Antoni as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, the drama involving Phil Jackson being pushed aside has subsided. A few big names have come out in support of…

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Lakers News: Steve Nash, Steve Blake Ruled Out vs. Pacers

The waiting game continues for the Los Angeles Lakers as both Steve Nash and Steve Blake have been ruled out for Tuesday’s game against the Indiana Pacers according to Mike Trudell of Lakers.com via Twitter: Neither Steve Blake (strained abdomen)…

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Kobe Bryant: ‘I’ll Be Scoring A Lot More When Nash Gets Back’

The Los Angeles Lakers are anxiously awaiting the return of two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash in order to see the true potential of this team that was built to win a championship this season. Along with head coach Mike D'Antoni…

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Lakers Rumors & Recaps: Lakers Looking To Make More Moves?

The rumors are starting swirl around the City of Angels once again with talk of the Los Angeles Lakers showing interest in free agent Mickael Pietrus.  The veteran guard isn't the only player the Lakers' front office is reportedly interested…

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Lakers News: Pau Gasol Suffering From Knee Tendinitis

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off an impressive win over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night after losing consecutive games to the Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies. During the loss to the Grizzlies, Pau Gasol was benched in the…

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Lakers Rumors: Team Reportedly Interested in Raja Bell

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off an unexpected and disappointing loss to the division rival Sacramento Kings. The Lakers appear to be on the right track with Mike D’Antoni at the helm, but clearly have issues in a few…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Nicknames Steve Nash ‘Gatsby’

The Los Angeles Lakers appeared to be hitting their stride recently with three straight wins and getting the best of the Brooklyn Nets at the Staples Center. After taking down the Nets in L.A., the Lakers dropped the ball on…

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Metta World Peace on NBA Not Fining Gerald Wallace: ‘Totally Ridiculous’

After the win over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, Metta World Peace hoped that the league would fine forward Reggie Evans and Gerald Wallace for flopping. Evans’ flops were blatant and most believed a fine was forthcoming as it turned…

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