NBA: Lakers, Clippers still the teams to beat in the west
4 years, 5 months ago

NBA: Lakers, Clippers still the teams to beat in the west

The Hindu  

The Hollywood star power fuelling the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers makes them the favourites to win the Western Conference and hoist the Larry O’Brien trophy when the novel coronavirus-hit NBA season crowns its champion in Orlando, analysts said. LeBron James’ first place Lakers held a 5.5 game lead over Kawhi Leonard’s Clippers when the season was brought to an abrupt halt on 11 March due to the pandemic. “And then you have dark horses in Houston and Denver.” Johnson said that despite 25-year-old Antetokounmpo’s outstanding season, James, who is a decade the Greek phenomenon’s senior, is his pick for league MVP. WATCH | James Harden looking for minutes as restart approaches “And you have to think about the way he’s played defence and has been a incredible leader,” Johnson said. “The thing I can’t fathom with LeBron is that everybody slows down,” former coach and TNT analyst Stan Van Gundy said on Tuesday.

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Leonard says returning to the court is the easy part after making season debut for Clippers
4 days, 17 hours ago

Leonard says returning to the court is the easy part after making season debut for Clippers

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — After what Kawhi Leonard has gone through the past nine months, returning to the court for the Los Angeles Clippers was the easy part. It was his first NBA game action since Game 3 of the Clippers’ Western Conference first-round playoff series against Dallas on April 26. We were facing it like a preseason game tonight and …

LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers’ win over Hawks
6 days, 20 hours ago

LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers’ win over Hawks

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives toward the basket during the first half of a 119-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday at Crypto.com Arena. James’ 30 points — the final two of which forced Snyder into that late timeout — gave him his 563rd 30-point game, one more than Michael Jordan for the most in NBA history. Lakers forward …

James still king of the court at 40
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1 week, 2 days ago

James still king of the court at 40

China Daily  

A young James passes the ball off as he drives the lane for Cleveland against the Sacramento Kings in 2003. James won back-to-back titles with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013, then returned to his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers and led them to the crown in 2016. But, he hasn't won a ring since 2020, when the Lakers triumphed in …

Harden and the Clippers host conference foe Golden State
2 weeks ago

Harden and the Clippers host conference foe Golden State

Associated Press  

Golden State Warriors vs. Los Angeles Clippers Inglewood, California; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers host Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors in Western Conference action. Golden State is eighth in the Western Conference scoring 112.8 points per game and is shooting 45.0%. LAST 10 GAMES: Clippers: 5-5, averaging 110.2 points, 40.7 …

LeBron James scores 31 in record 19th Christmas Day game as Lakers hold off Curry, Warriors 115-113
2 weeks ago

LeBron James scores 31 in record 19th Christmas Day game as Lakers hold off Curry, Warriors 115-113

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Austin Reaves scored the winning layup with one second left after Stephen Curry tied it on a 31-foot 3-pointer with seven seconds remaining, LeBron James had 31 points and 10 assists playing in his NBA-record 19th Christmas Day game, and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Golden State Warriors 115-113 on Wednesday night. Reaves recorded a …

Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Pistons expose LeBron James and Lakers for what they are

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives against Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II during the first half of the Lakers’ 117-114 loss Monday at Crypto.com Arena. And against a team such as Detroit, one that doesn’t have to try to be physical or athletic, it’s crystal clear what the Lakers aren’t — big, strong or particularly athletic. And Detroit’s muscle certainly …

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

James scores 32, Lakers sweep 2-game set against Kings with 103-99 win

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — LeBron James had 32 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 103-99 to sweep a two-game set on Saturday. Trailing 101-99 with 12 seconds left, the Kings had a chance to tie after Anthony Davis missed two free throws but squandered the opportunity after they couldn’t secure the rebound. Kings: Head coach Mike Brown …

LeBron James achieves another NBA record in Lakers’ win over Kings
3 weeks ago

LeBron James achieves another NBA record in Lakers’ win over Kings

LA Times  

Midway through the first quarter Thursday night, LeBron James checked out against the Sacramento Kings, walking to the bench in the city where he played his first NBA regular season minutes more than 21 years ago. “I just think it’s just a commitment to the craft and to the passion and love I have for the game,” James said about …

Unsure when LeBron James will return, Lakers lose again to Timberwolves
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Unsure when LeBron James will return, Lakers lose again to Timberwolves

LA Times  

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, left, controls the ball in front of Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half of the Lakers’ 97-87 loss Friday. The shots wouldn’t fall, the Lakers couldn’t score and, to make matters worse, Davis had turned it over again — the ball simply squirting out of his hands, leading to a Minnesota three. Lakers …

LeBron James misses shot at final buzzer in Lakers’ wild overtime loss to Hawks
1 month ago

LeBron James misses shot at final buzzer in Lakers’ wild overtime loss to Hawks

LA Times  

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher, left, collides with Lakers forward LeBron James in the first half of the Lakers’ 134-132 overtime loss Friday night. With the Lakers up one in overtime, Anthony Davis’ pass to LeBron James was too casual, and Dyson Daniels stepped in front for the steal, no defenders between him and a go-ahead basket. James’ last-ditch chance …

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves
1 month ago

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James continues to endure one of the worst shooting slumps of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers were easily beaten, 109-80, by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The four-time NBA champion did, however, just about keep his long-running, league-record, double-digit scoring streak alive, extending it to 1,243 games as he registered 10 points to go with …

LeBron James goes old school to lead Lakers past the Jazz
1 month, 1 week ago

LeBron James goes old school to lead Lakers past the Jazz

LA Times  

LeBron James missed all his three-point shots, but the Lakers managed to win. “So it’s an adjustment.” But with the Lakers missing Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell and the young Jazz defense ripe for some bullying, the Lakers switched up. “But the way we want to play this year is a little bit different and I’m adjusting to it as …

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101
1 month, 1 week ago

Davis and James power the Lakers past Wembanyama and the Spurs 119-101

China Daily  

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James faces off against San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle in the second half during a NBA game at Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas, USA on Nov 27, 2024. SAN ANTONIO — Anthony Davis had 19 points and 14 rebounds, LeBron James finished with 16 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds and the Los …

NBA 2024-25: Bronny James injured, doubtful for Lakers’ game against Jazz
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA 2024-25: Bronny James injured, doubtful for Lakers’ game against Jazz

The Hindu  

Bronny James has a bruised left heel, and he is listed as doubtful for the Los Angeles Lakers’ next game against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. Bronny James has been suiting up for both the Lakers and their G League affiliate since the South Bay Lakers’ season began earlier this month. READ | LA Lakers to honour former coach …

The Sports Report: Clippers hold off Steph Curry and the Warriors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Clippers hold off Steph Curry and the Warriors

LA Times  

Warriors forward Draymond Green is guarded by James Harden in the second half. From Broderick Turner: The top two sharpshooters in NBA history squared off Monday night — Clippers’ three-point king James Harden and Golden State long-distance wonder Stephen Curry bringing a high level of excitement to the Intuit Dome. The style of basketball Pat and the Lakers created in …

Clippers fend off Stephen Curry-led Warriors comeback in thrilling victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Clippers fend off Stephen Curry-led Warriors comeback in thrilling victory

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden shoots over Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson during the first half of the Clippers’ 102-99 win at the Intuit Dome on Monday night. The top two sharpshooters in NBA history squared off Monday night — Clippers three-point king James Harden and Golden State long-distance wonder Stephen Curry — bringing a high level of excitement to …

James Harden reaches career milestone as Clippers defeat the Utah Jazz
1 month, 3 weeks ago

James Harden reaches career milestone as Clippers defeat the Utah Jazz

LA Times  

Clippers guard Amir Coffey goes up for a dunk as Utah’s Cody Williams defends in the first half. They did Sunday night, the Clippers defeating the Utah Jazz 116-105 at Intuit Dome, and in the process they saw James Harden reach a career milestone. The Clippers also got a lift from the return of center Mo Bamba, who had missed …

LeBron James delivers a pair of ‘silencer’ threes to lift Lakers over Pelicans
1 month, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James delivers a pair of ‘silencer’ threes to lift Lakers over Pelicans

LA Times  

The Lakers’ LeBron James shoots a three-pointer over New Orleans center Yves Missi in the fourth quarter of the Lakers’ 104-99 win Saturday night. “I mean it’s LeBron,” Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht said. You never will be able to get those moments back when you’re done.” Moments like the ones James had, when the Lakers are banged up and recovering …

Clippers blown out by Rockets in NBA Cup opener for their third consecutive loss
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Clippers blown out by Rockets in NBA Cup opener for their third consecutive loss

LA Times  

Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason, left, reaches in to force a jump ball with Clippers guard James Harden during the first half of the Clippers’ 125-104 loss Friday. Jabari Smith Jr. had a season-high 28 points with five three-pointers and the Houston Rockets never trailed in a 125-104 rout of the Clippers on Friday night in their NBA Cup opener. …

LeBron James can’t save the Lakers at the end of disastrous road trip
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2 months ago

LeBron James can’t save the Lakers at the end of disastrous road trip

LA Times  

LeBron James glared at the Lakers bench, another chance squandered, another run from the Grizzlies delivered. There wasn’t much else he could do Wednesday night on the final game of the Lakers’ first road trip. Lakers Anthony Davis unsure if lingering foot injury will continue to hamper him Lakers star Anthony Davis says he has been dealing with a foot …

LeBron James posts ‘surreal’ triple-double in Lakers’ comeback win over Kings
2 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James posts ‘surreal’ triple-double in Lakers’ comeback win over Kings

New York Times  

LeBron James posted his first triple-double of the season, including 16 points in the fourth quarter, as the Los Angeles Lakers improved to 3-0 for the first time since 2010-11 with a 131-127 defeat of the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena. “Just when you think he’s slowing down, man, he continues to show the world why he’s …

Suns Dominate Clippers in Thrilling OT Victory
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Suns Dominate Clippers in Thrilling OT Victory

Associated Press  

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 116-113 in overtime, spoiling the Clippers' Intuit Dome debut. Kevin Durant led the Suns with 25 points, while Bradley Beal added 24. The Suns dominated the paint and outrebounded the Clippers by nine, with Jusuf Nurkic contributing 21 points for the Clippers. The Suns won despite a late push by the Clippers, …

Anthony Davis dominates opener as Lakers’ offense runs through him
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Davis dominates opener as Lakers’ offense runs through him

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis, center, reaches out to slap hands with LeBron James, left, and Gabe Vincent after scoring against the Timberwolves on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers LeBron and Bronny James make history in Lakers’ season-opening win LeBron James and his oldest son Bronny become the NBA’s first father-son duo to play together as Anthony Davis’ big game gives …

LeBron and Bronny James make history in Lakers’ season-opening win
2 months, 2 weeks ago

LeBron and Bronny James make history in Lakers’ season-opening win

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James and his son, guard Bronny James, enter the game in the second quarter Tuesday night to make NBA history as the first father and son to play together. Part plan, part pipe dream, LeBron and Bronny James became the first father and son to share an NBA court together, a milestone celebrating the elder James’ longevity …

Bronny James has solid game as Lakers get first Summer League win
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bronny James has solid game as Lakers get first Summer League win

LA Times  

Finally Bronny James made a three and finally he made a noticeable impact on the court — events that somehow felt both momentous and meaningless in the Lakers’ third game in the NBA Summer League. On one hand, the 12 points — nine coming in the first half — were proof of skills the Lakers have been touting since using …

Amid Lakers coaching speculation, Clippers hope to keep Tyronn Lue for a ‘long time’
8 months ago

Amid Lakers coaching speculation, Clippers hope to keep Tyronn Lue for a ‘long time’

LA Times  

Clippers coach Tyronn Lue argues a call during a game between the Clippers and the Charlotte Hornets on March 31. The Clippers expect Tyronn Lue to be the coach of the team for a “long time” and the plan is to offer him a contact extension so he’s not coaching the 2024-25 season in the final year of his deal, …

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks
8 months, 1 week ago

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks

LA Times  

The winner of Game 5 of the Western Conference first-round series Wednesday night was going to be one step away from advancing. “We just didn’t play well, all around,” Clippers coach Ty Lue said. And, so, we’ll be better for Game 6.” Game 6 is Friday night in Dallas, the same site where the Clippers won Game 4 on Sunday …

LA Lakers, LeBron James Eliminated From NBA Playoffs After Denver Loss
8 months, 1 week ago

LA Lakers, LeBron James Eliminated From NBA Playoffs After Denver Loss

News 18  

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers crashed out of the NBA playoffs on Monday after defending champions Denver snatched a 108-106 victory to complete a 4-1 series triumph. The Lakers, bidding to become the first team in NBA playoff history to overturn a 3-0 series deficit, had looked poised to force a game six back in Los Angeles after …

Hernández: The Lakers must do whatever it takes to keep LeBron James
8 months, 1 week ago

Hernández: The Lakers must do whatever it takes to keep LeBron James

LA Times  

Will LeBron James return to the Lakers lineup next season? James was frustrated as time ran out during the team’s Game 5 playoff loss to the Denver Nuggets Monday night, ending the Lakers’ season. Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon drives past Lakers guards Austin Reaves, left, and D’Angelo Russell during Game 5 of their first-round playoff series Monday in Denver. I’m …

LeBron James and Lakers stuck in mediocre hell with no hope
8 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James and Lakers stuck in mediocre hell with no hope

LA Times  

Sigh, scream, here we go again, same Lakers ending, same Lakers failure, same two tiresome words. Lakers Lakers eliminated by Nuggets in Game 5 on Jamal Murray’s final shot The Lakers fight to the finish in Game 5 at Denver, but Jamal Murray again hits the clutch shot with four seconds left to give Nuggets the victory. For at least …

Lakers eliminated by Nuggets in Game 5 on Jamal Murray’s final shot
8 months, 1 week ago

Lakers eliminated by Nuggets in Game 5 on Jamal Murray’s final shot

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, left, looks to pass the ball while defended by Nuggets forward Justin Holiday during the first half of Game 5 on Monday night in Denver. The Lakers’ season ended Monday night after a 108-106 loss to the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in Game 5 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series, at which point nothing …

LeBron scores 30, and the Lakers avoid 1st-round elimination with a 119-108 win over champion Denver
8 months, 1 week ago

LeBron scores 30, and the Lakers avoid 1st-round elimination with a 119-108 win over champion Denver

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers finally cracked the Denver Nuggets’ mastery of this rivalry and extended their playoff lives for at least another game. James scored 30 points, Anthony Davis added 25 points and 23 rebounds, and the Lakers avoided postseason elimination with a 119-108 victory over Denver in Game 4 of their first-round series Saturday night. D’Angelo …

James, Lakers facing elimination Saturday. Magic, Pelicans and Heat seek home wins
8 months, 2 weeks ago

James, Lakers facing elimination Saturday. Magic, Pelicans and Heat seek home wins

Associated Press  

Nikola Jokic moved LeBron James out of the way as they battled for a rebound, grabbed the ball, got fouled and scored off the putback. And all James could do was turn his palms skyward, as if to ask “what else can I do?” That sequence in the third quarter of Game 3 of the first-round NBA playoff series between …

Clippers need a better version of Kawhi Leonard to win Game 3
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers need a better version of Kawhi Leonard to win Game 3

LA Times  

Kawhi Leonard loses control of the ball while guarded by Luka Doncic in Game 2. The Clippers lost Game 2 to the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena and in the process lost the home-court advantage in the Western Conference best-of-seven playoff series that’s now tied at 1-1. “Win Game 3,” Lue said late Tuesday night after his crew’s …

Why it's probably too late for LeBron James to ever save Lakers again
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Why it's probably too late for LeBron James to ever save Lakers again

LA Times  

The collapse ended with a punch to the face, a blow to the ears, a dagger through the heart. The final margin marked the Nuggets’ first lead since the game’s first moments, yet it will be a lead that will stay with the Lakers all summer. During a fourth quarter that featured James at his spectacular best — he scored …

Lakers takeaways: Why Anthony Davis and LeBron James weren’t good enough in Game 1
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers takeaways: Why Anthony Davis and LeBron James weren’t good enough in Game 1

LA Times  

Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. goes up to shoot in front of Lakers forward Anthony Davis during Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Saturday in Denver. One of the simplest ways the Lakers could turn around their fate from their multiseason struggles with the Nuggets would be for LeBron James and Anthony Davis, together, to outplay Nikola Jokic …

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1

LA Times  

Clippers guard James Harden celebrates with Paul George after scoring against the Mavericks in Game 1 on Sunday. The inflammation in Kawhi Leonard’s right knee kept him out of the Clippers’ playoff opener against the Dallas Mavericks. And so Paul George, James Harden and the rest of Clippers coach Tyronn Lue’s group had to press forward without their best player. …

Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener against Luka Doncic and Mavericks
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Clippers facing prospect of no Kawhi Leonard in playoff opener against Luka Doncic and Mavericks

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — It’s playoff time in the NBA, and the Los Angeles Clippers have four potential Hall of Famers on their roster. “They’re going to score the basketball,” Clippers guard James Harden said, “but make it as difficult as you can possession by possession.” The Clippers took two of three from Dallas this season. “I think we’re good when …

The NBA playoffs are finally here. And as LeBron James says, ‘it’s a sprint now’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

The NBA playoffs are finally here. And as LeBron James says, ‘it’s a sprint now’

Associated Press  

There’s a 64-win team in Boston that ran away with the league’s best record. The Nuggets — with most of last season’s core back this year, including probable NBA MVP Nikola Jokic — are trying to become the eighth franchise to win back-to-back titles. “There ain’t no more pace,” said the 39-year-old James, the league’s oldest active player and all-time …

Lakers beat Pelicans, advance to face Nuggets in the playoffs
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakers beat Pelicans, advance to face Nuggets in the playoffs

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James drives down the lane for a layup during the first half Tuesday night in New Orleans. As Alvarado led a New Orleans second-half comeback, the fiery guard jawed right at Russell every time he beat him off the dribble, every time he made the right pass or hit the big shot. Russell’s huge corner three and …

LeBron James’ triple-double lifts Lakers over Pelicans and into a play-in rematch with New Orleans
8 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James’ triple-double lifts Lakers over Pelicans and into a play-in rematch with New Orleans

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — LeBron James closed out his 21st NBA regular season looking invigorated, formidable on both ends of the court and ready to produce in the postseason. I’ve got to do it all on the floor, but none of it is predetermined.” Anthony Davis had 30 points and 11 rebounds against the team that made him the first overall …

LeBron James’ triple-double helps Lakers secure eighth place for play-in game
8 months, 3 weeks ago

LeBron James’ triple-double helps Lakers secure eighth place for play-in game

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, left, tries to power his way to the basket against Pelicans forward Zion Williamson in the first half Sunday. Sunday, in their final game of the regular season and in desperate need of a win, coach Darvin Ham had a feeling which version of James he’d get. “It lets us know — he’s pretty much always …

Stakes are clear for Lakers: Beat Pelicans and win 8th spot in West
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Stakes are clear for Lakers: Beat Pelicans and win 8th spot in West

LA Times  

Finally, the stakes are perfectly clear. Sunday, in their last game of the season, the Lakers can win their way out of the back half of the NBA’s play-in tournament, a spot where they could face a horror-movie fate — Stephen Curry in a win-or-go-home game. “But you fight through it, all fight for one common goal.” And then there’s …

Clippers will face Mavericks in first round, but will Kawhi Leonard play?
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Clippers will face Mavericks in first round, but will Kawhi Leonard play?

LA Times  

Clippers guard Amir Coffey puts up a shot during a 110-109 loss to the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night. With the Dallas Mavericks losing to the Detroit Pistons, the Clippers already knew before their 110-109 loss to the Utah Jazz that they had clinched the fourth seed in the Western Conference and will play the Mavericks in …

Lakers clinging to ninth place in West after loss to Warriors
9 months ago

Lakers clinging to ninth place in West after loss to Warriors

LA Times  

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura grabs a rebound from the Warriors’ Trayce Jackson-Davis, left, and Jonathan Kuminga during the first half Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena. With the end of the season barreling toward them, the Lakers played what could end be their final home game, losing a key game for postseason positioning 134-120 to Golden State. The Lakers lead the …

Lakers move into eighth place with victory over the Cavaliers
9 months ago

Lakers move into eighth place with victory over the Cavaliers

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James shoots in front of Cleveland center Jarrett Allen during the first half Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. “We have to take care of our business first,” coach Darvin Ham said before the game. “Nothing else matters.” It would take a serious effort — but in what has become increasingly clear over the last two months, the Lakers …

LeBron James helps Lakers hold off Wizards to complete a successful trip
9 months ago

LeBron James helps Lakers hold off Wizards to complete a successful trip

LA Times  

The challenge, the Lakers said, was as much mental as anything else. We still got to crack down on some of the unforced turnovers, but we’re all in a good rhythm playing off one another,” James said. We can be a lot better at times, but when we’ve needed to get stops, we’ve got it done for this whole trip.” …

Brooklyn faces Los Angeles, seeks 4th straight victory
9 months, 1 week ago

Brooklyn faces Los Angeles, seeks 4th straight victory

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Brooklyn Nets New York; Sunday, 6 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Brooklyn heads into a matchup with Los Angeles as winners of three games in a row. The Lakers average 117.7 points per game, 4.2 more than the 113.5 the Nets allow to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Nets: 4-6, averaging 107.6 points, 43.5 rebounds, 24.5 assists, 7.3 …

Good Lakers? Bad Lakers? They're the NBA's most confused team
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Good Lakers? Bad Lakers? They're the NBA's most confused team

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James puts up a shot in front of Minnesota’s Naz Reid during the fourth quarter of the Lakers’ 120-109 victory Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers Anthony Davis’ unprecedented game carries turnover-plagued Lakers past Minnesota Anthony Davis finishes with 27 points, 25 rebounds and seven steals as the Lakers overcome 20 turnovers in a 120-109 win over the …

Kawhi Leonard helps Clippers erase 20-point deficit, rally for road win over Rockets
10 months ago

Kawhi Leonard helps Clippers erase 20-point deficit, rally for road win over Rockets

LA Times  

The Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard drives toward the basket under pressure from the Rockets’ Dillon Brooks on Wednesday in Houston. Kawhi Leonard had 28 points, and Paul George and James Harden each scored 21 as the Clippers rallied for a 122-116 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. “Credit to them because they do have three really good scorers that …

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