Phil Jackson Talks About Differences with Jim Buss’ Philosophies
After Phil Jackson officially stepped down as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers there was plenty of talk about the 11-time NBA champion not being able to see eye-to-eye with Lakers Executive VP Jim Buss. With Buss wanting…
Lakers News: Mike Brown Discusses Ettore Messina’s Departure
Los Angeles Lakers coaching consultant Ettore Messina decided to leave the franchise after one season to rejoin CSKA Moscow. Messina was previously the head coach of CSKA, and he will hope to continue his success during a second tenure. Messina is considered…
Lakers Rumors: Team Looking to Move Up in NBA Draft?
During a chat with Sam Amico of Fox Sports, the question arose discussing the Los Angeles Lakers and the upcoming NBA Draft. As of now the team has just one pick, 60th overall, and won't have a lot of options…
Lakers Off-Season Expectations for Pau Gasol and Metta World Peace
Last week I talked about possible off-season plans and expectations for Kobe Bryant and Andrew Bynum. While Bryant and Bynum are expected to be in purple and gold for at least a few more years, these next two players' futures…
Jim Buss Kills Lakers Trade Rumor Ideas
The trade speculation surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers heading into the NBA off-season is a hot button topic with numerous trade scenarios circulating around the league involving Pau Gasol and Andrew Bynum. Both players have been on the hot seat…
Lakers 2012 NBA Draft Prospect Profile: Jordan Taylor
During my first two 2012 NBA Draft prospect profiles, the focus was on players that would require a trade-up in order for the Los Angeles Lakers to acquire. This time around, I’ll turn my attention towards a potential target who…
Lakers Rumors & News Recap: Ramon Sessions is a Free Agent, Words from Phil
Ramon Sessions rumors have been flying around the past few months, and today Lakers fans got an answer on his potential future in L.A. Sessions is now a free agent, after denying his $4.55 million player option with the Lakers.…
Top 10 Ramon Sessions Lakers Images of 2011-12
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Ramon Sessions from Cleveland on the trade deadline and he added a lot to the point guard position. Sessions was an agile guard who could attack the paint and find teammates for open shots. However,…
Phil Jackson Wanted Kobe Bryant to Play More Like LeBron James
In the HBO Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel interview set to air tonight, Phil Jackson had several noteworthy quotes - including calling the New York Knicks 'clumsy.' But the one circling the presses today involves Jackson's former protege and a…
Kobe Bryant is Sixth Highest Paid Athlete in the World
The list of the top 10 highest paid athletes in the world has been released with two of the biggest superstars in the NBA making the cut. As usual, Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers has made the list,…