D'Angelo Russell has played his way from trade candidate with the Los Angeles Lakers where his $18.7 million player option for 24-25 was viewed as a negative to a player who has more value across the NBA. The Lakers considered trading Russell as part of a package for Dejounte Murray, but ultimately felt it was only a marginal improvement. "And now you see D'Angelo Russell as a … [Read more...] about D’Angelo Russell Has ‘Value This Summer’ Beyond Lakers
Kawhi Leonard Not Expected To Miss Much Time With Back Spasms
Kawhi Leonard is not expect to miss an extended period of time with back spasms. Leonard left the Los Angeles Clippers' loss on Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves with the injury. Leonard traveled with the Clippers on their road trip. The area of concern for Leonard is in the mid-back. "I was told, simply, it was uncomfortable for him to sit in the arena and he just … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard Not Expected To Miss Much Time With Back Spasms
Kawhi Leonard Leaves Game With Back Spasms
Kawhi Leonard left the Los Angeles Clippers' loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half due to back spasms. Leonard was experiencing back pain earlier in the day, according to sources. Leonard left the game because he was uncomfortable sitting with the spasms. Leonard has appeared in 58 games this season, his most since joining the Clippers in the 2019-2020 season. … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard Leaves Game With Back Spasms
D’Angelo Russell Says Public Humiliation Made Him A ‘Killer’ On The Court
The Los Angeles Lakers picked up a big win without LeBron James when they defeated the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. D'Angelo Russell was a big part of the Lakers getting that win with 44 points. Russell had 21 fourth-quarter points, including the game-winner with 5.9 seconds to play. Following the game, Russell said he welcomes the pressure. The Lakers guard said everything he's … [Read more...] about D’Angelo Russell Says Public Humiliation Made Him A ‘Killer’ On The Court
LeBron James Ankle Pain Caused By ‘Wear And Tear’
LeBron James left the Los Angeles Lakers' 130-120 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night late in the game due to left ankle pain. "It's just my ankle. It's just what I've been dealing with before the [All-Star] break, after the break. I'm just managing it the best way I can," said James after the game. Sources close to the team said that the pain was caused by "wear … [Read more...] about LeBron James Ankle Pain Caused By ‘Wear And Tear’