Orlando’s Jameer Nelson Criticizes Dwight Howard
Last season, Dwight Howard was in the center of trade rumors in a phenomenon that will forever be known as the "Dwightmare." As a member of the Orlando Magic, Howard's uncertain future led to tension between teammates and the franchise…
Lakers Nation Wishes Happy Birthday to Center Shaquille O’Neal
Lakers Nation would like to take a minute to wish a very happy birthday to former center and future Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal. O'Neal, who retired from the NBA back in 2011, spent eight years as a member of…
Lakers News: Steve Blake Discusses Fan Reaction To Missed Shot
In last season's playoffs, Steve Blake took and missed a pivotal three-point shot in Game 2 that would have won the game for the Lakers and tied the series heading back to Los Angeles. After the game, Laker fans took…
Lakers News: Kobe, Howard, World Peace Expected to Play Wednesday
On Tuesday night's tough loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, three key Laker players suffered injuries. Kobe Bryant, Metta World Peace and Dwight Howard all dealt with minor injuries on Tuesday, but are still expected to play on Wednesday night…
Dwight Howard Has Maintained Relationship With Phil Jackson Since 2009
According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN Los Angeles, Dwight Howard has developed and maintained a relationship with Phil Jackson ever since the 2009 NBA Finals--a series in which Jackson's Lakers defeated Howard's Orlando Magic in five games. Apparently, Jackson has…
Lakers News: Team Remains Positive Despite Loss to OKC
In the first half of the 2012-13 season, the Lakers seemed to lack a shared focus, as they were playing as individuals (among other problems). Over the past few weeks, and especially since the All-Star break, the team has made…
Lakers Vs. Hornets Pre-Game Report: Lakers Must Respond To Adversity
In what seemed like a 30-second stretch of last night's disappointing loss at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Lakers had three key players go down, or become slowed by injury. All three, Kobe Bryant (elbow), Dwight Howard…
Thunder Rout Lakers in Oklahoma City; 122-105
The Los Angeles Lakers have not played very well on the road this season and they had one of their biggest tests tonight in Oklahoma City. Once again, the young Thunder team is one of the best squads in the…
Lakers’ Kobe Bryant Heads To The Locker Room With Arm Injury
In the first quarter of the showdown with the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road, Kobe Bryant injured his right arm in collision with Thabo Sefolosha. Kobe suffered an ulnar contusion in the collision and is questionable to return. Kobe…
Lakers Dwight Howard Receiving Supportive Text From Phil Jackson
The Lakers didn't get off to the hottest start this season. They lost four of their first five games after not winning any preseason games and fired head coach Mike Brown. After Brown's firing, many pundits assumed that the Lakers…