Tag: Los Angeles Lakers

This Day In Lakers History: Jerry West Scores 52 Points To Beat Baltimore Bullets In Western Conference Finals

Los Angeles Lakers Hall-of-Famer Jerry West was one of the first superstars in NBA history, and he demonstrated...

Recap: Austin Reaves & Lakers Pull Away Late To Beat Pelicans

Coming off a tough loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers were presented with an immediate chance to get back on track as they hosted the New Orleans Pelicans in the second night of a back-to-back on…

Lakers News: LeBron James Feeling His Best Physically Since Return From Groin Injury

Since returning from a groin injury that forced him to miss seven games, LeBron James has struggled a bit offensively. The Los Angeles Lakers' superstar had averaged just 18.7 points on just 43.4% shooting and 22.7% from 3-point range. But…

Lakers News: Luka Doncic Calls His Performance Against Warriors ‘Unacceptable’

Luka Doncic has the Los Angeles Lakers in prime position to make a deep playoff run as his presence has elevated the team's offense to new levels. Doncic is a one-man engine who can generate a good look every time…

Austin Reaves Understands Becoming ‘Really Good’ Team Is Process For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers were unable to overcome their first half offensive struggles in Thursday night's loss to the Golden State Warriors. While LeBron James and Austin Reaves finished the game with 33 and 31 points, respectively, most of that…

Lakers News: LeBron James Discusses Challenges New-Look Warriors Present

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James' biggest rival in the back half of his career has been Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. He has faced many different iterations of that team and they all have been great battles,…

Lakers Injury Update: Maxi Kleber Progresses To On-Court Activities

The Los Angeles Lakers announced forward Maxi Kleber has progressed to on-court activities after undergoing right foot surgery on Jan. 30. Kleber will continue his return-to-play process and further updates will be provided as appropriate. Kleber is often an afterthought…

Rui Hachimura Ruled Out As Lakers Host Pelicans In Second Night Of Back-To-Back

The Los Angeles Lakers have ruled Rui Hachimura out on the second night of a back-to-back as they are set to host the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. Hachimura is still working his way back from left patellar tendinopathy and…

JJ Redick Discusses Importance Of Home-Court Advantage For Lakers In Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers are a weird bunch as despite having a veteran roster, they have been much better at home than on the road this season. They have one of the best home records in the league at 29-10,…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Caps Off Historic Comeback With Buzzer-Beater Against Grizzlies

The Los Angeles Lakers dynasty of the 2000s was one that featured the perfect team concept. With Shaquille O'Neal...