Throwback Thursday: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Wins Record Sixth MVP In 1980
The 1979-80 season is remembered by Lakers fans for many reasons. During that offseason, the Lakers drafted Magic Johnson with the top pick in the 1979 NBA Draft. Johnson would go on to win the 1980 NBA Finals MVP Award with…
VIDEO: Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Shows Oprah His Trophy Room
In an exclusive interview with Oprah, Magic Johnson gave her a tour of his Lakers-themed man cave that features all of his individual accolades and five championship rings. While most retired athletes wear their championship rings, Johnson shared that he…
Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Will Not Play Against Sacramento Kings
After much speculation over Kobe Bryant's return to the floor, the Los Angeles Lakers will not have their superstar shooting guard in the lineup against the division rival Sacramento Kings on Friday according to Rachel Nichols of Turner Sports via…
Live Blog: Kobe Bryant Unveils New Nike Kobe 9
After wearing his brand new Kobe 9s at practice for the first time today, Kobe Bryant showed up to a Nike event to unveil his new shoes. Members of the media have been live tweeting and sharing Instagram photos of…
Lakers Practice Report: Kobe Bryant Will Play Some Point Guard
Both Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash were out on the Los Angeles Lakers practice floor this morning, but there's still no definitive date for their return to game action. Head coach Mike D'Antoni said today that he expects Bryant to…
D-Fenders News: Malcolm Thomas Earns Call-Up, Signs With Spurs
Malcolm Thomas has been absolutely dominant in two appearances for the D-Fenders so far this season, posting averages of 33.5 points and 15.5 rebounds. He was rewarded today by becoming the D-Fenders' first GATORADE call-up of the season, and fifth overall, signing…
Lakers News: Kobe Bryant’s Playing Status Won’t Be Known Until Friday
The speculation surrounding Kobe Bryant's return to the floor for the Los Angeles Lakers continues with still no word on if the five-time NBA champion will play against the Sacramento Kings on Friday. With Bryant ramping up his participation during…
PHOTO: Kobe Bryant Wears Nike Kobe 9 At Lakers Practice
During the Lakers Wednesday afternoon practice, Beto Duran Instagrammed Kobe Bryant wearing a pair of his new Nike Kobe 9s which are set to be unveiled later today. With Bryant recovering from a ruptured Achilles, the new shoe is a…
Gear Report: First Look At Nike Kobe 9
After completing his MVP season in 2008, Kobe Bryant and Nike designed the lightest and lowest basketball shoe possible. While Bryant and millions of fans have enjoyed the low-cut design through the years, the all-new Nike Kobe 9 has been…
Lakers News: Mike D’Antoni, Lakers Open To Adding Another Point Guard
With the recent news that Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jordan Farmar will be out approximately one month with a hamstring tear, the Lakers find themselves thin at the point guard position. Though Steve Nash returned to practice Tuesday, after…
