Jerry West was part of the Los Angeles Lakers as a player, coach and an executive, but he had a complicated and acrimonious relationship with the franchise later in life. "I almost wish that I had never played or worked for them," West told ESPN in 2020. The issues came to a head in 2019 when the Lakers parted ways with Ryan West, who is one of Jerry's sons. Ryan West had spent … [Read more...] about Jerry West: I Almost Wish I Had Never Played Or Worked For Lakers
Kawhi Leonard Says Right Knee Feels ‘Good,’ Taking Recovery ‘Day By Day’
Kawhi Leonard said that his surgically repaired right knee is feeling "good," though he and the Los Angeles Clippers are still being cautious about his recovery. "I feel good. Just been taking my time, getting stronger and getting ready," said Leonard on Saturday. Leonard underwent a procedure on his knee last May. Leonard added that he and the team have yet to plan on how to … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard Says Right Knee Feels ‘Good,’ Taking Recovery ‘Day By Day’
JJ Redick Says Max Christie Will Be ‘Very Valuable’ This Season
JJ Redick praised Max Christie following the Los Angeles Lakers' preseason loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. "Max is an old soul. He's wise and he's mature and he takes this very seriously ... he's gonna be very valuable for us this year," said Redick after the game. The 21-year-old signed a four-year, $32 million deal over this offseason. Redick is also … [Read more...] about JJ Redick Says Max Christie Will Be ‘Very Valuable’ This Season
PJ Tucker To Be Away From Clippers By Mutual Consent
PJ Tucker will be away from the Los Angeles Clippers by mutual consent, the team released in a statement on Sunday. The two sides will work to "find the best solution for him moving forward." Tucker, who was largely out of the Clippers lineup following a trade from the Sixers, exercised his $11.5 million player option with the team this offseason. … [Read more...] about PJ Tucker To Be Away From Clippers By Mutual Consent
JJ Redick: Bronny James Can Become ‘Really Disruptive Defender’
JJ Redick praised Bronny James following the Los Angeles Lakers' 124-107 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in preseason. "He's had some really good days in August and September. He's had three really good days this week. We're really happy with his progress," said Redick. James finished the game with two points and three blocks in 16 minutes. Redick added that James could find … [Read more...] about JJ Redick: Bronny James Can Become ‘Really Disruptive Defender’