Lakers News: How Did Shaq Look In First Game Back In Orlando?
With Dwight Howard prepared to make his return to Orlando on Tuesday night after spending the first eight seasons of his career as a member of the Magic, it's just one more similarity between Howard and the former NBA center…
Laker News: Pau Gasol Still A Week Away From Returning to Lakers
The Orange County Register's Kevin Ding has recently reported that forward Pau Gasol is over a week away from his return. Gasol reported on his Twitcam video chat Thursday that he ran for the first time in his recovery from the torn plantar fascia…
Laker Saga (Cont.) After Kobe and Dwight’s Big Chill, the Big Thaw?
And now, the Big Thaw? Not that we’re sure how much things have warmed up between Kobe Bryant and Dwight Howard, following the Big Chill that ran through the All-Star Game where Dwight, being Dwight, broke up West teammates in…
Jameer Nelson Anticipates ‘Playoff Atmosphere’ Against Dwight, Lakers
The Lakers have set off on a three game road trip this week. After taking sole possession of the eighth and final seed in the West from Utah on Sunday, the Lakers are now once again tied with Utah for…
Lakers vs. Magic Pre-Game Report: Dwight Howard Returns to Orlando
The Lakers enter tonight’s game having recently seized hold of the eighth playoff seed. They’re also nursing a three game win streak and hope to make it four. Playoff push aside, tonight is also a significant night for Dwight Howard…
Dwight Howard Discusses Lakers’ Early Expectations Versus Reality
When Dwight Howard was finally traded from the Orlando Magic after nearly two years of the "Dwightmare" saga, things were supposed to calm down for the three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Under the extremely bright lights and daunting pressures…
Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Wins Western Conference Player Of The Week – Again
Kobe Bryant is pretty good at basketball. Bryant was named Western Conference Player of the Week for the games played between March 4 and March 10, according to USA Today. This is the second time in the last three weeks…
Steve Nash’s Potent Offense A Key To This Lakers Team
On January 25, something strange happened in a game against the Utah Jazz: Kobe Bryant looked to pass first and score as a second option. This trend continued until the All-Star break, where the Lakers went 8-4 and Bryant averaged…
NBA Power Rankings Week 20: Heat Continue Dominance, Lakers Steady
30. Charlotte Bobcats (13-50, Last Week: 30): Losers of 10 straight, the Bobcats also maintain the worst record in the league. Additionally, they lost to the Washington Wizards in a 104-87 rout on Sunday. 29. Philadelphia 76ers (23-39, Last Week:…
Lakers News: Antawn Jamison Discusses Lakers’ Improved Chemistry
The Lakers have definitely turned a corner. Finally. Since the All-Star break, LA has earned a 8-2 record, and have crept their way back into playoff position in the Western Conference. With their win against the Chicago Bulls on Sunday,…