The Strategic Summer of Kobe Bryant
In the late 19th century, Britain was the world’s leading economic power, they refused to get involved in European affairs unless it altered the balance of power. While everyone else was busy forming alliances and competing for colonies with each…
Lakers’ Owner Buss Ready to Make a Deal
According to the National Basketball Player's Union, the league's larger market owners are ready to sign a new CBA and end the NBA lockout. Los Angeles Lakers' owner Jerry Buss, New York Knicks' owner James Dolan, Dallas Mavericks' Mark Cuban…
NBA, NBPA Talks Break Down; Fisher Blasts Owners
Despite three consecutive days of labor meetings, the league and players union failed to agree on a framework for the new CBA. The sides met for nearly 30 hours in the past three days, but the gathering today broke off…
How the Lockout Affects Mike Brown’s Start with the Lakers
It was a bit of a surprise when the Lakers announced that they chose to hire former Cleveland Cavaliers head coach, Mike Brown, to replace Phil Jackson. Brian Shaw seemed to be the likely choice for the job as he…
Kobe Bryant Signed On to Lead NBA Stars Around the World
A myriad of NBA stars are finalizing a two-week, six-game, three-continent basketball tour with stops in Puerto Rico, London, Macau and Australia. Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant will be one of the likely 16 players that will participate in this massive…
Owners, Players Meet for 16 Hours; Will Resume Wednesday Morning
Today in New York the owners and players met for a mediated session that last over 16 hours. In the end there were two words released to the media - no comment. Both sides were asked by mediator George Cohen…
Metta World Peace Gets Acting Job on BET
It seems that Ron Artest has done everything this summer except play basketball. The latest involves Metta World Peace getting a job as an actor on BET. Artest announced on his Twitter account that he will be making an appearance…
Audio: Dan Patrick Interviews Lakers Legend Jerry West
Today on the Dan Patrick Show Lakers legend Jerry West stopped by to discuss his new biography, West By West. West told several stories about his abusive childhood and his relationship with Lakers stars Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. To…
Pau Gasol Says He Prefers European Style of Baksetball
In a recent interview with French publication L'Equipe Pau Gasol said he prefers European-style basketball over NBA-style. “I prefer the European game to the NBA because basketball is a team sport and more beautiful to watch when the players pass…
Video: Magic Johnson Takes Shots at LeBron James During Roast
Magic Johnson took the stage in Albany, New York and took a few shots at LeBron James. While Johnson was certainly joking around, there were a few that are sure to entertain Lakers fans. "There will always be great players…
