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: Phil Jackson Reacts to Lakers Hiring Mike D’Antoni

In the aftermath of the Los Angeles Lakers hiring Mike D’Antoni instead of Phil Jackson, the 11-time NBA champion has released the following statement via Dave McMenamin of EPSNLosAngeles.com: "Saturday morning, Jim Buss, called to ask if he could come…

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Lakers Official Press Release Concerning Hiring of Mike D’Antoni

Only a few hours after the Los Angeles Lakers came out on top against the division rival Sacramento Kings on Sunday night, the news broke of the team's hiring of Mike D'Antoni to become the new head coach. This news…

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Mike D’Antoni Better Coaching Choice Than Phil Jackson?

All indications pointed to Phil Jackson returning to the Los Angeles Lakers for a third time in 13 years. Everyone seemed to be on board with Phil coming back to LA to turn around this team filled with superstars. It…

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Lakers Rumors & News Recaps: Return of the Zen Master?

The search for a new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers has officially begun. With the Mike Brown era mercifully over, the Lakers' front office have set their sights on bringing Phil Jackson back for a third tour. Apparently,…

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Lakers News: Phil Jackson’s Decision for Lakers Expected Monday

The Los Angeles Lakers met with Phil Jackson on Saturday to talk about the vacant head coaching position. Jackson expressed interest in signing on for a third stint with the team if the Lakers were willing to agree to his…

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Lakers News: Phil Jackson Wants Brian Shaw, Scottie Pippen on Staff

The writing appears to be on the wall in Los Angeles with only a matter of time and certain conditions separating Phil Jackson and his third tour with the Los Angeles Lakers. ---- Get your Lakers Nation gear and show…

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Lakers News: Lakers Assign Rookie Darius Johnson-Odom to D-League

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the midst of a drastic change with 11-time NBA champion Phil Jackson possibly taking over for the recent fired head coach Mike Brown. Although no confirmation has been given concerning the re-hiring of Jackson,…

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Lakers News: Phil Jackson Open To A Return The The NBA

The news of Mike Brown’s firing spread like wildfire on Friday morning with the Los Angeles Lakers deciding to part ways with the head coach after starting the regular season with a 1-4 record. The firing was a surprise to…

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Stan Van Gundy Calls Mike Brown Firing ‘Most Ridiculous’ in NBA History

With only one win in the first five games of the 2012-13 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to part ways with head coach Mike Brown. Although the firing seemed to be a foregone conclusion, the new-look roster with…

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Jerry Sloan, Mike D’Antoni Co-Favorites to Be Next Lakers Head Coach

The Los Angeles Lakers are officially on the prowl for a new head coach. The firing of Mike Brown has opened the door for quite a few big-name coaches that are currently searching for jobs or enjoying retirement. Of the…

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