The Golden State Warriors considered taking Bronny James at No. 52, sources tell ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. The Warriors liked Bronny's skill set and had him on their draft board. The Warriors ultimately decided to respect the wishes of LeBron James that Bronny fall to the Los Angeles Lakers' selection at No. 55. The Warriors also had interest in trading for LeBron James ahead … [Read more...] about Warriors Considered Selecting Bronny James At No. 52
LeBron James Doesn’t Have ‘Any Expectations’ For Upcoming Lakers Season
LeBron James said that it'd be unfair to put expectations on the Los Angeles Lakers for the upcoming season. "I don't have any expectations. And that's unfair to put any expectations on us right now. The only thing that we can count on each other is how we come to practice and come to work every day," said James on Tuesday. James said on Monday that he feels refreshed both … [Read more...] about LeBron James Doesn’t Have ‘Any Expectations’ For Upcoming Lakers Season
RealGM Radio: Anthony Irwin On The Lakers, Dane Moore On Minnesota, Brendon Klein On Phoenix
Host Wes Goldberg checks in on three Western Conference teams after media days were held this week. First is Anthony Irwin (Lakers Daily, Lakers Lounge) to talk about the Los Angeles Lakers and changes under JJ Redick. Next is Dane Moore (Dane Moore NBA Podcast) to talk about why the Minnesota Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns and what happens next. And finally, Brendon … [Read more...] about RealGM Radio: Anthony Irwin On The Lakers, Dane Moore On Minnesota, Brendon Klein On Phoenix
Olympics Showed LeBron James He Has ‘A Lot In The Tank’
LeBron James said playing in the Olympics over the summer proved that he still had "a lot in the tank" at Monday's media day. James added that competing against Serbia and France in the semifinals and finals was like "two Game 7s back-to-back." "It felt great to play meaningful basketball. To go out there at my age, the miles that I have, and to be able to play at the level I … [Read more...] about Olympics Showed LeBron James He Has ‘A Lot In The Tank’
Kawhi Leonard Plans To Play In Season Opener
Kawhi Leonard plans to play in the LA Clippers' regular season opener as he recovers from his surgically repaired right knee. "We'll figure it out. I'm happy that I'm feeling good and it's feeling a lot better than it was." Leonard missed the final eight regular-season games due to inflammation in the knee, which has undergone ACL and meniscus surgeries. Leonard returned for … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard Plans To Play In Season Opener