Shootaround Report: Steve Nash Out, Kobe and Gasol To Facilitate
As expected after the Lakers listed Steve Nash as 'doubtful' yesterday, at shootaround this morning Mike D'Antoni told ESPN's Beto Duran that Nash will not play tonight against the Memphis Grizzlies. Per DAntoni Steve Nash will NOT play for @lakers…
Lakers Dunk Of The Week: Kobe Bryant Slam or Dwight Howard Oop?
There may have only been two games to pick from this week, but that didn't make choosing our dunk of the week any easier. Lakers Nation was split, and we've got two ridiculous dunks for you. First up, last Saturday…
Pau Gasol Opens Up About Dwight Howard and D’Antoni’s System
There's been a lot of chatter this season as to whether or not Dwight Howard and Pau Gasol would ever be able to mesh their talents together as en effective unit on the basketball court. Though the season's almost over,…
Lakers News: Injury Update On Metta World Peace’s Torn Meniscus
It's been less than a week since Metta World Peace had surgery to repair his torn meniscus, and he was walking around crutch-free at Staples Center last night. But, as ESPN radio host and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Robert Klapper told…
VIDEO Exclusive: Dwight Howard’s Message To Lakers Nation
After the Lakers beat the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night, Dwight Howard had a special message for Lakers Nation. "Hey Lakers Nation, we need you guys to support us okay. Every game. The purple and gold, to the fullest." But,…
VIDEO: Dwight Howard Sings And Attempts Shaq Rap
Dwight Howard was all fun and games after the standard general media session crowded over by his locker room post-game Tuesday night. After the main cameras were off (except mine, of course), Dwight gives us a glimpse into his future…
Post-Game Lakers Videos: Kobe and Dwight Talk Shaq and Playoffs
Two great moments happened at Staples Center on Tuesday night. First, in a triple-double effort from Kobe Bryant, the Lakers beat the Dallas Mavericks 101-82 to keep their playoff hopes alive, although are still trailing the Utah Jazz for the…
VIDEOS: Shaq Talks Kobe, Dwight Howard, Retirement And Regrets
Prior to Shaquille O'Neal's touching and entertaining half-time ceremony, in which the Lakers officially retired Shaq's No. 34 jersey by hanging it next to the names of other Laker greats in the rafters of Staples Center, the man of many…
Shootaround Report: Steve Nash Out Tonight Vs. Dallas Mavericks
The Lakers face the Dallas Mavericks tonight, and it's a must-win for both teams. Since the Utah Jazz hold the tiebreaker, the Lakers are 1.5 games behind Utah for the 8th seed in the playoffs, and the Dallas Mavericks are…
Videos: Lakers Players Open Up About Shaq’s Jersey Retirement
As expected, after Lakers practice on Monday, in addition to the news about Steve Nash's 'doubtful' status for tonight's game, much of the focus was on Shaquille O'Neal. Head coach Mike D'Antoni reminisced about how much fun it was to…