On May 16, 1980, Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Magic Johnson filled in at center for the injured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals. Magic was …
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On May 14, 1996, basketball fans witnessed the end of an era as Earvin “Magic” Johnson officially announced his retirement from the NBA—for the second time. After a brief comeback …
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LeBron Keeps Perspective After First-Round Loss To Minnesota: “There’s Eight Other Guys On The Floor”
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the playoffs with Luka Doncic now sharing the spotlight with LeBron James. A third-place finish and home-court advantage gave the team and its fans real …
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55 Years Ago Today, Willis Reed Famously Limped Onto The Court For Game 7 Of The 1970 NBA Finals
In March of 2023, the NBA world received sad news, when it was revealed that NBA legend Willis Reed has passed away at age 80. Reed, who played for the New …
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Former Lakers Star Byron Scott Sued Over Alleged 1987 Sexual Assault Of 15‑Year‑Old Student
Former basketball great Byron Scott, a three‑time NBA champion with the “Showtime” Lakers and former head coach of the franchise, is facing a civil lawsuit that accuses him of sexually …
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Speculation Swirls Around LeBron James’ Lakers Future After Doncic, Redick, And Pelinka’s Dinner Meeting
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a pivotal offseason, and recent sightings of Luka Dončić, head coach JJ Redick, and general manager Rob Pelinka leaving a dinner gathering in Los …
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After an emotional end to the Los Angeles Lakers’ season, LeBron James reflected on what has been the most meaningful moment of his legendary career—sharing the court with his son, …
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Luka Doncic Wants An Offseason With LeBron James: “It’s Tough To Get That Chemistry On The Court Without Any Practices”
The Los Angeles Lakers are going to enjoy their offseason earlier than expected, as they were just eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games. Luka Doncic averaged 30.2 points, …
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The Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an abrupt end following their Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and now, all eyes are on LeBron James as he contemplates …
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Timberwolves Eliminate Lakers In Game 5 As Anthony Edwards Revels In Victory
The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially punched their ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs, stunning the Los Angeles Lakers with a 103-96 victory in Game 5 at Crypto.com …
