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Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest players to ever step foot on an NBA court and there are many in the league today who took inspiration from the Los Angeles Lakers legend. Coincidentally, one of the biggest stars who is a well-known Kobe fan is the star of the Lakers’ biggest rival, Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics. Tatum has never been shy about his love and admiration for … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Celtics’ Jayson Tatum Explains What Makes Kobe Bryant His GOAT

New Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has one of the best duos in the NBA to work with LeBron James and Anthony Davis. But just as important is how Redick will utilize the team’s role players and chief among them is Austin Reaves. A lot was expected of Reaves coming into last season, and while he certainly had the best year of his career, he didn’t make the leap that some … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Agent Believes JJ Redick Will Unlock ‘Different Part’ Of Austin Reaves’ Game

The legacy of late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant remains strong due in large part to the work of his wife Vanessa Bryant. She has worked tirelessly to ensure that Kobe is never forgotten and his presence remains felt everywhere, especially in L.A. One of the best works Bryant did while alive was his book “The Mamba Mentality: How I Play,” which he did alongside famed … [Read more...] about Lakers News: Vanessa Bryant Collaborating With Andrew Bernstein On Book Memorializing Kobe Bryant Murals

The 2024 NBA Draft is a week away and the Los Angeles Lakers will need to decide whether or not to trade their picks for veteran help or stand pat and select a prospect to help them build for the long-term. While No. 17 is the most likely pick to be moved in a potential deal, the Lakers also own No. 55, which most expect them to use on Bronny James. Bronny’s NBA future has been … [Read more...] about Rich Paul: Drafting Bronny James Won’t Guarantee LeBron James Re-Signs With Lakers

Over the years, the Los Angeles Lakers have done an excellent job at developing players on two-way contracts and turning them into rotation players. One promising player they had on a two-way deal this past season is center Colin Castleton. The big man out of Florida impressed during Summer League last year and spent time back and forth between the main Lakers roster and the … [Read more...] about Colin Castleton Hoping To Remain With Lakers & Play In Summer League