Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images Marcus Smart has often had LeBron James as his defensive assignment, and he’s happy that’s over now that he’s a Laker. Throughout Marcus Smart’s career, he has had many battles with LeBron James and the Lakers. Even in limited action last year, Smart had more defensive head-to-head matchups with LeBron than any other player he … [Read more...] about Marcus Smart is excited to play with LeBron James after years of competing against him
Deandre Ayton doesn’t want to take his opportunity with the Lakers for granted
Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images Now that he’s a Laker, it’s time for Deandre Ayton to realize his full potential. When does the NBA stop giving players opportunities and conclude that whatever talent they have isn’t enough to justify a roster spot? That answer is a convoluted equation that factors in age, production, contract terms and role. Deandre Ayton found out … [Read more...] about Deandre Ayton doesn’t want to take his opportunity with the Lakers for granted
A new look coming for Silver Screen and Roll in August
Our coverage remains the same but with a new look In just a couple of weeks, Silver Screen and Roll is switching to a new platform as part of SB Nation’s network-wide move to a new publishing platform. This will change the look of the site and also make it faster and more reliable on any device you use. This is an upgrade. When you land on the site, it will look cleaner – less … [Read more...] about A new look coming for Silver Screen and Roll in August
Luka Dončić’s Slovenia national team coach seemingly revealed extension agreement with Lakers
Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images In one of the most unexpected ways possible, news broke on Thursday that Luka Dončić will sign an extension with the Lakers in early August. In one of the funniest ways possible, news has come out that Luka Dončić is set to sign an extension with the Lakers. Luka will be taking part in EuroBasket with Slovenia this … [Read more...] about Luka Dončić’s Slovenia national team coach seemingly revealed extension agreement with Lakers
Grading the Sparks through the first half of the WNBA season
Photo by Tyler Kaufman/NBAE via Getty Images There have been plenty of promising performances from the Sparks’ key players in the first half of the season. As a team, the Sparks haven’t been as successful as they’d like, sitting at 8-14 on the year. However, positive progress has been made collectively and as individuals. The eight wins matches last year’s total and … [Read more...] about Grading the Sparks through the first half of the WNBA season