Former 6th man of the year, Lamar Odom was a key player in the Los Angeles Lakers’ back-to-back championship runs in 2009, and 2010. But after his basketball career, …
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Crypto.com Closing Down Exchange Reportedly Won’t Affect Naming Rights To Los Angeles Arena
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasIn 2021, one of the world’s most famous sport venues underwent a significant name change. Los Angeles’ legendary Staples Center was renamed to Crypto.com Arena on December 25, 2001, in …
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36 Years Ago Today, Magic Johnson’s Junior Sky Hook Made NBA History
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn the annals of NBA history, there are moments that define a player’s legacy and forever remain etched in the memories of fans. For Magic Johnson, one such moment …
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22 Years Ago Today, Michael Jordan Famously Switched Hands Mid-Layup In The 1991 NBA Finals
by Kano Klasby Kano Klas22 years ago today, on June 5, 1991, Michael Jordan drove the lane against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of the 1991 NBA Finals. As he moved …
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Proposed Blockbuster Deal Would Swap Anthony Davis For Trae Young: “He’s More Capable Of Alleviating LeBron’s Responsibilities”
The Los Angeles Lakers turned heads when they advanced to the NBA playoffs and made it all the way to the Western Conference Finals after enduring a 2-10 start …
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Kyrie Irving A Pipe Dream For The Lakers, Fred VanVleet Emerges As Another Target In A Sign-And-Trade Featuring D’Angelo Russell
The Los Angeles Lakers injected life into their 2022-23 NBA season by landing D’Angelo Russell, among others, leading up to the trade deadline. But after a complicated playoff run, …
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Gabe Vincent A Potential Offseason Target For The Los Angeles Lakers, Says One NBA GM
While the Los Angeles Lakers intend to keep their core together, there should still be a couple of tweaks going their way this offseason, especially after they failed to …
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Wilt Chamberlain, Jerry West & Elgin Baylor – The NBA’s First “Big 3” In HD
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn the illustrious history of the Los Angeles Lakers, there have been many iconic trios that have graced the hardwood, leaving an indelible mark on the game of basketball. …
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“1, 2, 3 Cancun!” 25 Years Ago, Nick Van Exel Expressed His Frustration With The Lakers Imminent Elimination
by Kano Klasby Kano Klas“I probably should have trademarked that thing” The “1, 2, 3 Cancun” chant can be traced back to a quote by former NBA player Nick Van Exel during …
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Draymond Green Sounds Off On People Calling Him A Lakers Fan: “I Play For The Golden State Warriors”
It’s no secret that Draymond Green shares an utmost respect for Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. The two players have squared in the NBA Finals four times before …
