Lakers News: D’Antoni Says That Dwight Leaving Was In His DNA
It was well known before Dwight Howard departed from the Lakers that he and Mike D'Antoni didn't necessarily see eye-to-eye in regards to the Lakers game plan on the court. So when Howard announced that he was heading to Houston for…
In Phil Jackson’s Shadow, D’Antoni Hires Kurt Rambis To Move Forward
The day after the Los Angeles Lakers announced the official hiring of Kurt Rambis as part of Mike D'Antoni's coaching staff, D'Antoni hopped on with Mark Willard and Mychal Thompson on ESPN Radio. Rambis, both a fan and Phil Jackson…
Lakers News: Mike D’Antoni Expects 11 Lakers To Play Big Minutes
It is no secret that Mike D'Antoni's offensive system is one that intends to speed up the game and maximize the number of possessions. When you do that, however, there is a good chance that players will get tired quicker…
Lakers News: Mike D’Antoni Discusses Importance Of Training Camp
When Mike D'Antoni was hired after five games into the 2012-13 season, the biggest issue throughout the season was not having a full training camp to implement his philosophies. It didn't help that Steve Nash was injured and when…
Mike D’Antoni Expects Pau Gasol To Have ‘Best Year He’s Ever Had’
The one person that took most of the blame for the Los Angeles Lakers having a rough season last year was head coach Mike D'Antoni. Despite coming off a season in which the team failed to live up to expectations…
Lakers News: Kurt Rambis Talks Jim and Jeanie Buss Dynamic
http://youtu.be/jhHEpevkD1E On Monday morning, the Lakers introduced their newest addition to the coaching staff. Laker legend and fan favorite Kurt Rambis was officially welcomed as the newest member of Mike D'Antoni's coaching staff. Rambis previously served in the Lakers organization…
Mike D’Antoni Was The Driving Force Behind Kurt Rambis Hiring
http://youtu.be/qGtFyk7IeLA The Los Angeles Lakers announced the hiring of former Laker, four-time champion and former head and assistant coach, Kurt Rambis, to Mike D'Antoni's coaching staff on Monday. In an exclusive interview with Lakers Nation, Rambis surprisingly revealed that his…
Lakers News & Rumors Recap: The Cards Are On The Table
Mitch Kupchak got chatty today, opening up about a lot of Lakers news. The GM started discussing Kobe's near future with the team as he continues his rehab to get 100 percent healthy. Mitch told reporters that Kobe is "making…
Mitch Kupchak Expects Nash and Gasol To Participate In Training Camp
With the Los Angeles Lakers not having the smoothest offseason, many have wondered how this team will look next season. With Kobe Bryant recovering from Achilles surgery, Dwight Howard leaving town for Houston, and the health of Steve Nash and…
Mitch Kupchak Discusses Lakers Financial Flexibility And Future
With so many Lakers coming off the books next season, a lot has been speculated about the potential of the Lakers going after some marquee free agents next summer. The Lakers will only have about $12 million in committed salary…
