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Ryan Blackburn: Great question from @ChrisMarlowe to Russell Westbrook about he might play “a teeny bit harder” vs the LA Clippers. Russ laughed, then followed up: “I play hard every night, man. I love to compete at the highest level. Tonight just happened to be the Clippers.” … [Read more...] about
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In today’s sports world, children of sports stars are carrying on the tradition of their dads in cool ways. Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, for example, has generated over $50 million in revenue for the Lakers through jersey sales, which is more than his father LeBron James’ salary. That’s a huge return on investment for the purple and gold who signed the youngest James … [Read more...] about
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Chris Haynes: Sources: Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is stepping away from the team to be with family who were forced to evacuate due to the Los Angeles-area wildfires. #haynesbriefs … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard steps away from team to be with family after devastating Los Angeles wildfires
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According to league sources and some close to the team, there is growing optimism Vanderbilt might make his return within the next week or two, whereupon JJ Redick intends to utilize him in an interesting way. Whenever Vanderbilt does return, sources say he’ll be used up and down the Lakers’ frontcourt, and will almost assuredly spend time at center in Redick’s athletic, … [Read more...] about Jarred Vanderbilt back within next week or two?
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“The vibe is back to where it’s supposed to be,” Batum told reporters. “This is my role for now, for sure. It’s cool, though, because you can see the excitement when we came out of the tunnel. People are happy. That’s why he is who he is. He’s one of the best. It was great to have him back.” … [Read more...] about