Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images Marcus Smart will bring the exact type of defense and leadership the Lakers have been looking for. Heading into the offseason, LA had two apparent roster deficiencies to solve. The first was finding a starting-level center, addressed by signing DeAndre Ayton, immediately followed by the need to add a defensive-minded guard or … [Read more...] about The Lakers signed their new defensive leader in Marcus Smart
Kelsey Plum explains how she got surprise Happy Gilmore 2 cameo
Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Netflix After making a surprise cameo in Happy Gilmore 2, Kelsey Plum detailed how Adam Sandler reached out to her to appear in the film. Those who sat down on their couch and popped on the freshly released “Happy Gilmore 2” over the weekend were greeted with a number of random celeb appearances. Eminem stole the show with his … [Read more...] about Kelsey Plum explains how she got surprise Happy Gilmore 2 cameo
Cam Brink’s return spoiled by Aces as Sparks winning streak snapped
Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images While Cam Brink made her long-awaited return, the Aces stopped the streaking Sparks with a dominating win on Tuesday. The Sparks’ five-game winning streak was snapped in dominating fashion on Tuesday as the Aces controlled the game from start to finish, winning 89-74. Cam Brink returned after a 13-month absence following a torn ACL, … [Read more...] about Cam Brink’s return spoiled by Aces as Sparks winning streak snapped
Cameron Brink’s return provides reminder of bright future ahead
Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images The Sparks were disappointing against the Aces, but Cameron Brink played well and that’s far more important. LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles’ winning streak ended in a whimper, losing to Las Vegas 89-74, but the result wasn’t the biggest deal. Big picture-wise, Tuesday’s home game was all about the return of Cameron Brink. It’s been … [Read more...] about Cameron Brink’s return provides reminder of bright future ahead
Jake LaRavia’s dad was very excited his son signed with the Lakers
Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images After growing up a Lakers fan, Jake LaRavia’s dad could hardly have been more excited about his son signing with the franchise. The Lakers’ signing of Jake LaRavia was a bit unexpected this summer, especially considering he was one of the first calls of the offseason. It’s a gamble that putting him in a larger role will lead to bigger results. … [Read more...] about Jake LaRavia’s dad was very excited his son signed with the Lakers