The Los Angeles Lakers and NBA world were shaken with terrible news when it was announced on Wednesday morning that Jerry West passed away at the age of 86. West is a Laker legend, winning the franchise’s first championship in Los Angeles in 1972 and later acting in multiple roles such as head coach and general manager. West’s impact on the Laker organization cannot be … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Pat Riley Gives Heartfelt Statement On Death Of Jerry West
Lakers News: JR Smith Explains Why He Advised Dan Hurley To Return To UConn
The Los Angeles Lakers’ head coaching search appeared to be coming to an end as they had reportedly been zeroing in on ESPN analyst JJ Redick, but they turned the basketball world upside down when it was revealed they were courting UConn’s Dan Hurley for the position. Hurley won back-to-back NCAA titles with the Huskies and was in line for a massive pay raise but was tempted … [Read more...] about Lakers News: JR Smith Explains Why He Advised Dan Hurley To Return To UConn
Is Lakers’ Head Coaching Gig Viewed As Good Or Bad Job?
In the wake of Dan Hurley rejecting a more lucrative financial offer from the Los Angeles Lakers in order to remain with UConn, a discussion has emerged on the attractiveness of L.A.’s head coach job in general. The Lakers remain one of the most prestigious and recognizable franchises in all of sports and throughout the years have almost always remained at or near the top of … [Read more...] about Is Lakers’ Head Coaching Gig Viewed As Good Or Bad Job?
Lakers Rumors: Dan Hurley Was Offered Six Year, $70 Million Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers made a strong pursuit of UConn head coach Dan Hurley to become the franchise’s next head coach. Unfortunately, despite their strong interest, Hurley ultimately chose to turn down the Lakers offer and return to UConn for a chance at a third straight NCAA National Championship. Hurley had not been mentioned early on in the Lakers’ coaching search but … [Read more...] about Lakers Rumors: Dan Hurley Was Offered Six Year, $70 Million Contract
Lakers News: Alex Caruso Gets Tattoo Of Iconic Kobe Bryant NBA Finals Photo
Kobe Bryant is arguably the greatest and most iconic Los Angeles Lakers player in the history of the franchise. Since he retired back in 2016, LeBron James would eventually take over as the face of the franchise, but as for who has been the most popular player to suit up for the team since then, an argument could be made for Alex Caruso. The Lakers’ first ever two-way contract … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Alex Caruso Gets Tattoo Of Iconic Kobe Bryant NBA Finals Photo