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The first-round playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets this past year was much closer than the five-game series length would suggest. And it was extremely frustrating for the Lakers as they actually spent more time in the lead throughout the series, led at halftime in each contest, and by double-digits in three of their four losses. But the Nuggets … [Read more...] about Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Nuggets Felt Lakers Should’ve Beaten Them In 2024 Playoffs

Throughout the years, there have been a ton of rumors surrounding All-Star caliber players joining the Los Angeles Lakers. Back in 2018, there was a big belief that Paul George would join the Lakers in free agency, but he surprised many by deciding to remain with the Oklahoma City Thunder and never even scheduling a meeting with his hometown team. One year later, George would … [Read more...] about Paul George Felt Like He Was On ‘B-Team’ Playing For Clippers Over Lakers In L.A.

Austin Reaves had a strong third year for the Los Angeles Lakers, especially after he was inserted back into the starting lineup after coming off the bench in spurts during the 2023-24 season. Reaves was given more on-ball responsibility and he made good on it by becoming a more versatile scorer and playmaker. He played a lot of point guard growing up and he proved that he … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Austin Reaves Looking To Gain More Muscle In Offseason

After watching USA Basketball fail to medal in last summer’s FIBA World Cup, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James took it upon himself to make sure the squad for the 2024 Paris Olympics was the absolute best it could be. James had not played for Team USA since 2012 but once he gave an early committed to play this summer, other superstars like Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, … [Read more...] about Lakers News: LeBron James Named USA Flag Bearer For 2024 Paris Olympics