Entering Phoenix, the Lakers knew what was at stake. A loss to the conference-leading Suns (and a Spurs win over the Nuggets) would eliminate them from playoff contention. It was now or never for this reeling squad. There was hope. Or, so it seemed. The Lakers outscored the Suns in the first quarter and only […]
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Heading into Sunday’s game against the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers had already lost to them twice this season. In the two previous games, Los Angeles allowed at least 129 points to Denver. But, this was a new day. Or, so we thought. Although, just because your opponent scored 129 points against you doesn’t […]
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Today was the day. Anthony Davis was making his return, LeBron James was back in the lineup, and all seemed well for the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. It was a competitive game all night long between Los Angeles and the New Orleans Pelicans. After all, the largest lead between either side was only a mere […]
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Before the Los Angeles Lakers entered Utah to face the Jazz, they received good news in regards to their two stars. Anthony Davis, barring any setbacks, is set to make his return against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. LeBron James is also set to make his return from his ankle injury. However, there was […]
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It’s been a long time coming. But, barring any setbacks, the Lakers should get one of their star players back into their lineup. After suffering an injury on February 16th, Anthony Davis is set to make his return against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. Help is finally on the way. LeBron James is also […]
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82 points. No, I’m not talking about how many points the Lakers had in this game. It’s how many points the Mavericks scored as a team… in the first half. The most points the Lakers have given up in a half since the franchise moved to LA ? pic.twitter.com/TvWYaUsYGE — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) March 30, 2022 […]
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In sports, it’s safe to say small market teams don’t get much attention from the media. This is especially the case for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who are led by point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Despite the team’s horrendous record, Gilgeous-Alexander has made them watchable when healthy. However, where did this man come from? Let’s dive […]
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After a few days off, the Los Angeles Lakers were well-rested headed into Sunday’s matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. LeBron James was hot early. He started the game with eight points in the first three minutes, and the Lakers were off to a 12-0 lead. 3-3 FG, 8 points, under 3 minutes played. Only […]
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When Lonzo Ball was traded to Chicago, it was the start of a new beginning for him. To team up with guys like DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine would allow the Chino Hills native to play his true position and run the offense. However, as we’ve seen in the past, injuries have forced Lonzo to […]
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Even before the game, the Los Angeles Lakers received bad news in regards to their best player. LeBron James was announced he would be out against the 76ers because of the recurring issue with left knee soreness. Already without Anthony Davis, Los Angeles would have to rally behind Russell Westbrook and crew against James Harden […]
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Lakers fans knew this game was going to be special. Their star player, LeBron James, returned to his hometown as his team faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Both teams were going in opposite directions. Los Angeles was coming off a loss to the Washington Wizards, while the Cavaliers got a win against the Pistons […]
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It was an exciting win over the Toronto Raptors, but the Lakers were on short rest as they traveled to Washington. The Wizards were coming off a loss to the Knicks on Friday and were looking to get things back on track. Los Angeles was dominant in the first quarter and had the lead at […]
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The streak has finally ended. As the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Toronto Raptors on Friday, many expected that the Lakers’ road losing streak would continue. They haven’t won a road game since their matchup against the Nets in Brooklyn. But, something changed against the Raptors. Was it the food they ate? Was it […]
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This season couldn’t get any worse. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Coming off a loss to the Raptors, the Purple & Gold were looking to end their two-game losing streak. Once again, the Lakers were outscored in the first quarter and never led in this game. Their three-point […]
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