Lakers Injury Update: Kobe Bryant Questionable vs. Timberwolves with Concussion
The Los Angeles Lakers will get the second half of the NBA season underway tonight when they take on the up-and-coming Minnesota Timberwolves at the Staples Center. Last time these two teams went head-to-head back on Jan. 29, the Lakers…
Despite Rumors, Speculation, the Lakers Still Matter…For Now
Right before the All-Star break ESPN columnist Scoop Jackson wrote that the thrill we’re used associating with Los Angeles Lakers’ basketball is surprisingly gone. In Jackson’s opinion, the Lakers’ boring brand of basketball this season has led to “the Clippers…
Would Michael Beasley and the Lakers Be A Good Fit?
It is crunch time for the Lakers' front office to make the necessary moves that will accelerate the team's chances to compete and to make a real run at the NBA Finals. There are several problems currently facing the Lakers,…
Lakers vs. Timberwolves: Pre-Game Report
Minnesota Timberwolves (18-17) at Los Angeles Lakers (20-14) 7:30 PM PST, February 29, 2012 Staples Center, Los Angeles, California TV: Fox Sports West Radio: 710 AM (English), 1330 AM (Spanish) Timberwolves Projected Starting Line-Up: PG: Ricky Rubio SG: Luke Ridnour…
Kobe Bryant Sent for MRI on Tuesday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant was fouled hard by Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade during the All-Star game and an MRI has confirmed that Kobe has a nasal fracture, ESPN Los Angeles reports. At this point, Bryant's status for the…
Dwyane Wade Says He Sent Apology Message to Kobe Bryant
During Sunday night's NBA All-Star game Kobe Bryant was fouled hard by Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade. The foul ended up fracturing Bryant's nose and possibly gave him a concussion. While Bryant is expected to be re-examined today to determine…
Lakers Trade Rumors: Adding Kirk Hinrich a Possibility for the Lakers?
Over the past week or so and throughout All-Star weekend, the NBA trade rumors were starting to heat up with the biggest name on the trading block in Dwight Howard rumored to be headed to Los Angeles as early as…
Dwight Howard: “I Want to be Kobe Bryant”
Trade rumors circling around Dwight Howard have been around since the start of the season, and a myriad of reports indicate that the Lakers and Magic are working on a trade that would send Howard to the Lakers. However, despite the fact…
Former Laker Lamar Odom Considering Retiring from the NBA?
Before this shortened NBA season began on Christmas Day, the reigning Sixth Man of the Year Lamar Odom was looking forward to a season of redemption for the Los Angeles Lakers after being swept in four games by the eventual…
Stats Don’t Lie: Pau Gasol Not Being Used To Maximum Efficiency
Written by: Coach Nick of BballBreakdown.com While the Lamar Odom trade could go down as possibly one of the most colossal mistakes made by a once proud franchise and its front office, it could also be an indicator of more…
