Lakers-Warriors series: Plenty of story lines, but LeBron vs. Steph is No. 1
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers-Warriors series: Plenty of story lines, but LeBron vs. Steph is No. 1

LA Times  

Which one moves on in the NBA playoffs? Lakers Lakers vs. Warriors: What scouts expect in playoff series LeBron James and Stephen Curry meet for fifth time in the playoffs; first time before the NBA Finals. “… It’s going to be another fun battle.” Monday after the Lakers practiced, James reiterated his respect for Curry and the Warriors. It’s just great to have people like that in this league to set an example for the generation to come.” James said the mental test against Golden State is unlike almost anything else he’s faced. “It’s that simple.” The Lakers will need a big series from Anthony Davis, they’ll need to adjust from Memphis’ interior attack to Golden State’s perimeter attack.

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Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Warriors host the Lakers for Christmas day matchup

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -4.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Golden State Warriors face the Los Angeles Lakers. The Warriors average 15.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.9 more made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the Lakers allow. The Lakers average 11.5 …

NBA: LeBron James out for Lakers game vs. Warriors with ankle injury
10 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA: LeBron James out for Lakers game vs. Warriors with ankle injury

The Hindu  

Two of the NBA’s hottest teams entering the All-Star break hope the week off hasn’t stalled their momentum as they go head-to-head Thursday night when the Los Angeles Lakers visit the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. His status for Los Angeles’ Friday home game against the San Antonio Spurs and Sunday road game against the Phoenix Suns was uncertain. …

Lakers confident their offensive identity can help them stay hot after the all-star break
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers confident their offensive identity can help them stay hot after the all-star break

LA Times  

Lakers D’Angelo Russell, left, and LeBron James high five as they walk on the court alongside teammates Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers didn’t have LeBron James on Jan. 15 in Utah, the middle of a stretch during which the team played every other day for almost an entire month. Since Jan. 15, the Lakers are …

What we know about LeBron’s Lakers future: Could Steph Curry, Warriors or Knicks be involved?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

What we know about LeBron’s Lakers future: Could Steph Curry, Warriors or Knicks be involved?

New York Times  

The hourglass was so fitting.Only LeBron James knows the true meaning of that infamous Jan. 30 tweet, the one with 27.9 million views that was seen by so many as a hat tip to Father Time and a sign the 39-year-old Los Angeles Lakers star was longing for something more in his legendary basketball life. The fact that it replicated …

Thompson: LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry is still the NBA’s best theater
11 months, 1 week ago

Thompson: LeBron James vs. Stephen Curry is still the NBA’s best theater

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — The frustration seethed in Stephen Curry. It will be a decade this coming February since LeBron’s buzzer-beating 3 against the Warriors at Oracle in Oakland debuted “The Silencer” celebration and sparked this duo into must-watch theater. “It’s something that you will truly take all in when you’re done playing,” LeBron James said during his on-court interview, “and …

Lakers helped make NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament one to remember
1 year ago

Lakers helped make NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament one to remember

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James holds the NBA Cup trophy surrounded by teammates after winning the championship game of the inaugural in-season tournament at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. It wasn’t a jackpot, but it wasn’t a bust My bias on the in-season tournament exists because of the road the Lakers walked — one that began with a highly competitive game …

LeBron James and Anthony Davis lead Lakers to NBA in-season tournament title
1 year, 1 month ago

LeBron James and Anthony Davis lead Lakers to NBA in-season tournament title

LA Times  

LeBron James celebrates with the NBA in-season tournament MVP award after the Lakers’ 123-109 win over the Pacers for the inaugural NBA Cup title. The NBA in-season tournament injected life into the Lakers, forcing them to accelerate their process to meet the challenge. Davis scored 41 and grabbed 20 rebounds, the best player on the floor, as the Lakers beat …

‘Sense of what we have’: Lakers like their NBA title chances
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Sense of what we have’: Lakers like their NBA title chances

LA Times  

LeBron James leads the Lakers into the season opener on Tuesday against All-Star center Nikola Jokic and the reigning champion Nuggets in Denver. “And it mentally drains you more than anything.” But as the Lakers enter this season, James’ 21st in the NBA, the vibes are completely different. “He might be Benjamin Button.” The biggest reason why everyone inside the …

Steph Curry hits game-winning 3 in Warriors’ spirited preseason win over Kings
1 year, 2 months ago

Steph Curry hits game-winning 3 in Warriors’ spirited preseason win over Kings

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — Both Steve Kerr and Mike Brown opted to use Wednesday night as a regular-season dress rehearsal, pushing their big-name regulars past 30 minutes and setting up some rare late-game preseason drama. The Kings, protecting a 10-point lead in the final five minutes, pinned their starters up against a Warriors closing lineup of Stephen Curry, Chris Paul, Klay …

'Never imagined being a 40-plus dude trying to hold on for dear life': Stephen Curry's unique take on 'LeBron' question
1 year, 4 months ago

'Never imagined being a 40-plus dude trying to hold on for dear life': Stephen Curry's unique take on 'LeBron' question

Hindustan Times  

With four NBA titles and two MVP awards in his kitty, Stephen Curry is one of the finest guards to ever feature in the NBA. During his recent appearance on Gilbert Arenas' podcast, Curry was asked if he wanted to play as long as LeBron James, and the Golden State Warriors guard came up with an interesting response. LeBron James …

NBA: Lakers looking for boost after falling behind Denver in Western Conference finals
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA: Lakers looking for boost after falling behind Denver in Western Conference finals

The Hindu  

Although the Los Angeles Lakers’ late-season transformation is one of this NBA season’s best stories, LeBron James and his teammates finally appear to be running out of steam in the Western Conference finals. I know it’s going to be a tough hill to climb up, but we still have an opportunity to play the best basketball of the series in …

How Lakers’ LeBron James, Anthony Davis revamped their games to lead a title contender
1 year, 7 months ago

How Lakers’ LeBron James, Anthony Davis revamped their games to lead a title contender

New York Times  

Anthony Davis leaned back and scrunched his face when asked what he remembers about the Denver Nuggets after facing them in the 2020 Western Conference finals in the NBA bubble. “It’s hard to say just because they’re a different team,” Davis said after the Los Angeles Lakers’ series-clinching Game 6 victory over the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference …

Curry: Golden State dynasty not done yet
1 year, 7 months ago

Curry: Golden State dynasty not done yet

China Daily  

Golden State star Stephen Curry cuts a frustrated figure during the Warriors' Western Conference semifinals defeat to the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. Steph expects Warriors' aging core to stay together despite chastening playoffs exit SAN FRANCISCO, California — Stephen Curry is far from ready to accept that these Golden State Warriors are done chasing championships together. The defending champion's …

Lakers make conference finals; LeBron James gets his moment
1 year, 7 months ago

Lakers make conference finals; LeBron James gets his moment

LA Times  

This is a magical moment for the Lakers but a defining one for LeBron James. If this newly assembled team advances past the Western Conference finals, which start Tuesday, history will remember the 2023 NBA Finals as LeBron’s 11th trip and the one that cemented him as basketball’s GOAT. The struggles of the Lakers’ season were the backdrop for James’ …

'We are gonna compete until the wheels fall off', Stephen Curry gets candid over competing with LeBron James
1 year, 7 months ago

'We are gonna compete until the wheels fall off', Stephen Curry gets candid over competing with LeBron James

Hindustan Times  

The rivalry between Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers has been one of the most captivating storylines in the NBA in recent years. As the Lakers emerged victorious in Game 6, eliminating the Warriors from the playoffs, Curry shared his honest feelings about their ongoing battle on the court. Los Angeles …

LeBron James, Lakers eliminate champion Warriors with 122-101 victory in Game 6
1 year, 7 months ago

LeBron James, Lakers eliminate champion Warriors with 122-101 victory in Game 6

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy LeBron James had 30 points, …

LeBron James and Lakers find their next level in series-clinching triumph
1 year, 7 months ago

LeBron James and Lakers find their next level in series-clinching triumph

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James celebrates after scoring a basket in the third quarter of a 122-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals Friday at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers Photos: Lakers defeat Warriors, set up showdown with the Nuggets Photos showcasing some of the biggest moments of the Lakers’ victory over the Golden State …

Photos: Lakers defeat Warriors, set up showdown with the Nuggets
1 year, 7 months ago

Photos: Lakers defeat Warriors, set up showdown with the Nuggets

LA Times  

The Lakers eliminated the defending champion Golden State Warriors on Friday night in a 122-101 victory in Game 6 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers forward Anthony Davis, center, is fouled by Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, right, on a shot attempt in the first half. Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, stretches to grab a …

Lakers turn focus toward Game 6: ‘We have another opportunity’
1 year, 7 months ago

Lakers turn focus toward Game 6: ‘We have another opportunity’

LA Times  

Lakers guard Lonnie Walker scores a basket against Warriors forward Kevon Looney during the second half of Game 5 on Wednesday night at Chase Center. “Obviously, they played exceptionally well here tonight, and we had some good moments, but not as close to 48 minutes as we needed to be, but we’ve got another opportunity on Friday, and we look …

Photos: Lakers unable to punch ticket past Warriors
1 year, 7 months ago

Photos: Lakers unable to punch ticket past Warriors

LA Times  

The Golden State Warriors staved off elimination in the Western Conference semifinals by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 121-106 in Game 5 on Wednesday night at Chase Center in San Francisco. Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins, right, reaches to poke the ball away from Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half. Lakers forward Anthony Davis, left, and Warriors forward Draymond …

Lakers’ LeBron James earns All-NBA third team honors
1 year, 7 months ago

Lakers’ LeBron James earns All-NBA third team honors

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James is introduced to a sold out crowd for Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on Monday. Lakers forward LeBron James earned a spot on the league’s All-NBA third team, becoming the third-oldest player to earn All-NBA honors in league history. Lakers must outdefend Warriors The Lakers will …

Warriors stave off elimination as Lakers’ Anthony Davis is injured in Game 5
1 year, 7 months ago

Warriors stave off elimination as Lakers’ Anthony Davis is injured in Game 5

LA Times  

Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins, right, reaches to poke the ball away from Lakers forward Anthony Davis during the first half of Game 5 of the NBA playoff Western Conference semifinals at Chase Center on Wednesday in San Francisco. Chase Center erupted as Davis looked for a goaltending whistle that never came, the Lakers’ star center meekly walking back …

How to oust defending champions? Lakers must outdefend Warriors
1 year, 8 months ago

How to oust defending champions? Lakers must outdefend Warriors

LA Times  

The Lakers’ LeBron James guards the Golden State Warriors’ Klay Thompson during Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals Monday night at Crypto.com Arena. This round, James said, he believes the Lakers’ intensity in their first potential closeout game needs to be much higher. Golden State’s Stephen Curry handles the ball against the Lakers’ Anthony Davis during the second half …

Lakers beat Warriors in a Game 4 thriller, now one win from conference finals
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers beat Warriors in a Game 4 thriller, now one win from conference finals

LA Times  

Lakers guard Lonnie Walker IV steals the ball from Warriors guard Klay Thompson during Game 4 on Monday night at Crypto.com Arena. Lonnie Walker IV, the Lakers’ big Game 3 rotational adjustment, didn’t attempt a shot prior to the fourth quarter Monday, but his three on the first play set the tone for a wild finish that he, of all …

Photos: Lakers cruise past Warriors in Game 3
1 year, 8 months ago

Photos: Lakers cruise past Warriors in Game 3

LA Times  

Anthony Davis finished with 25 points, 13 rebounds and four blocked shots while LeBron James and D’Angelo Russell each scored 21 to lead the Lakers to a 127-97 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena. Lakers Anthony Davis blocks the shot of Warriors Moses Moody as …

Hernández: Lakers show what they can be in Game 3 rout of Warriors
1 year, 8 months ago

Hernández: Lakers show what they can be in Game 3 rout of Warriors

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis knocks the ball from the grasp of Warriors forward JaMychal Green during the third quarter of Game 3 on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. Sports Photos: Lakers cruise past Warriors in Game 3 Pictures: The Lakers and Anthony Davis retake control of the NBA Western Conference semifinal series Saturday by routing the Warriors in Game 3. However, …

LeBron James and Lakers reclaim control of series with Game 3 rout of Warriors
1 year, 8 months ago

LeBron James and Lakers reclaim control of series with Game 3 rout of Warriors

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James leaps into the air along the baseline to wrap a pass around Warriors forward Draymond Green during the third quarter of Game 3 on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena. James’ brilliance left him two rebounds and two assists shy of a triple-double, the 21 points, eight rebounds and eight assists enough for the Lakers to regain control …

NBA Preview: Heat, Lakers head home, seek 2-1 leads over Knicks, Warriors
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Preview: Heat, Lakers head home, seek 2-1 leads over Knicks, Warriors

The Hindu  

Miami and New York are wondering who will be able to play. It’s New York’s best road record since 1996-97, the fourth-best road mark in franchise history and a huge jump from their.306 road winning percentage over the last eight seasons before this one. “You’re not worried about family, tickets, where you’re going to eat after the game, you have …

NBA playoffs preview: Led by LeBron, Lakers looks to sink Warriors for 2-0 series lead
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA playoffs preview: Led by LeBron, Lakers looks to sink Warriors for 2-0 series lead

The Hindu  

Two teams that began the second round of the NBA playoffs the same way they tipped off the first will duel again Thursday night when the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors continue their best-of-seven series in San Francisco. One thing Davis didn’t do in Game 1 in the first round was play 44 minutes, which he did against …

Hollinger: Lakers-Warriors contrasting styles sets stage for myriad adjustments
1 year, 8 months ago

Hollinger: Lakers-Warriors contrasting styles sets stage for myriad adjustments

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO – Well that was fun. The Lakers’ lack of shooting loomed as a huge negative against the Warriors’ shrewd defenders, but L.A.’s domination of the free-throw game stood as a major advantage against the Warrior’s league-worst performance in this category. While Vanderbilt, Dennis Schröder and Austin Reaves chased the Warriors’ guards all over Mission Bay, the Warriors treated …

Steph vs. LeBron, yes, but don’t forget about Andrew Wiggins in Warriors-Lakers clash
1 year, 8 months ago

Steph vs. LeBron, yes, but don’t forget about Andrew Wiggins in Warriors-Lakers clash

New York Times  

When the Lakers and Warriors take the Chase Center floor for Game 1 of the West semifinals on Tuesday night, the spotlight will be on the brightest of stars. Additional reading: Hollinger: Lakers-Warriors contrasting styles sets stage for myriad adjustments Fast forward to Sunday afternoon in Sacramento, where the Warriors have just ousted the Kings in Game 7 of the …

NBA Playoffs: Stephen Curry vs LeBron James win-loss, head-to-head record, stats
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Playoffs: Stephen Curry vs LeBron James win-loss, head-to-head record, stats

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry hit a game-seven record 50 points against the Sacramento Kings to make sure Golden State Warriors advance to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. NBA Playoffs 2023 Semifinals Schedule The Warriors will take on Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference semifinals, setting up the latest chapter in the storied rivalry between Stephen Curry and LeBron James. …

Lakers-Warriors series preview: Prediction, X-factors and can L.A. stop Steph Curry?
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers-Warriors series preview: Prediction, X-factors and can L.A. stop Steph Curry?

New York Times  

Fresh off his NBA-record 50-point-performance in Game 7, Curry is obviously atop the Lakers’ defensive game plan. The guess here is the Lakers will start with Vanderbilt on Curry, Reaves on Thompson and D’Angelo Russell on Wiggins. The Lakers are great at defending the paint because of Davis’ defensive brilliance, James’ help instincts and the collective length and physicality of …

Warriors-Lakers mega series preview: Can either team score on the other?
1 year, 8 months ago

Warriors-Lakers mega series preview: Can either team score on the other?

New York Times  

Kevon Looney became the first player since 2008 to have three 20-rebound games in the same series. Three of the Warriors’ 15 worst offensive efficiency games this regular season came against the Lakers. Their traditional starting lineup of Curry, Thompson, Wiggins, Green and Looney was the league’s most potent group in the NBA this season, a plus-145 in its 331 …

NBA Playoffs: Steph Curry and Golden State Warriors’ record in Game 7 ahead of decider vs Sacramento Kings
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Playoffs: Steph Curry and Golden State Warriors’ record in Game 7 ahead of decider vs Sacramento Kings

The Hindu  

De’Aaron Fox and Malik Monk stole the limelight in the sixth game of the NBA Playoffs first-round series which allowed Sacramento Kings to force a seventh game against Golden State Warriors. Despite the series decider being played at Kings’ home, the Warriors remain the favourites to advance to the second round, given the team’s experience in the post season tournament. …

Steph Curry’s record Game 7 propels Warriors past Kings: Where it stacks up in his playoff career
1 year, 8 months ago

Steph Curry’s record Game 7 propels Warriors past Kings: Where it stacks up in his playoff career

New York Times  

By Sam Amick, Anthony Slater and Marcus Thompson II The Golden State Warriors defeated the Sacramento Kings 120-100 in Game 7 of their high-octane first-round playoff series on Sunday at the Golden 1 Center, advancing to the second round. Here’s what you need to know: Stephen Curry broke out for 50 points, a playoff career high, and set the NBA …

Lakers vs. Warriors: What scouts expect in playoff series
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers vs. Warriors: What scouts expect in playoff series

LA Times  

Stephen Curry and LeBron James meet for the fifth time in the NBA playoffs, but first time before the Finals, when the Warriors-Lakers series opens Tuesday night in San Francisco. “For a team that hasn’t been together for very long, being on the same page defensively and talking and switching … it just comes at you so fast from them,” …

NBA playoff daily results: Jimmy Butler, Heat finish off Bucks; Knicks advance; Warriors go up 3-2
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA playoff daily results: Jimmy Butler, Heat finish off Bucks; Knicks advance; Warriors go up 3-2

New York Times  

For some reason, the NBA, which is scared to compete with the NFL Draft, put four games on Wednesday’s slate. Game 1: Knicks 106, Cavaliers 95 | Knicks win series 4-1 Why the Knicks won: Mitchell Robinson, who might have been this series’ most valuable player. Julius Randle heads to the locker room after re-injuring his ankle pic.twitter.com/2NhlqAWLOM — Bleacher …

NBA playoff preview: NBA: ‘Old’ LeBron James, Lakers aim to eliminate young Grizzlies
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA playoff preview: NBA: ‘Old’ LeBron James, Lakers aim to eliminate young Grizzlies

The Hindu  

That ancient, not-as-good version of LeBron James has the Los Angeles Lakers one win away from a first-round upset of the Memphis Grizzlies. “So, that’s pretty cool, I guess.” Brooks agitated James with his comments after Game 2, terming the four-time MVP as “old” and insisting his level of play has significantly dropped. “At this point in the season, it’s …

Beating Grizzlies with grit, LeBron James claims ownership of Lakers
1 year, 8 months ago

Beating Grizzlies with grit, LeBron James claims ownership of Lakers

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James tries to block a shot by Grizzlies forward Davis Roddy during the second quarter of Game 4 at Crypto.com Arena on Monday. It was written here last week that the Lakers are not a championship team, but if you believe in Monday night, then you’ll believe they are capable of all sorts of miracles with LeBron …

This Is the Most Unpredictable NBA Playoffs in Ages
1 year, 8 months ago

This Is the Most Unpredictable NBA Playoffs in Ages

Slate  

The first thing to know about this year’s NBA playoffs is that, to borrow William Goldman’s oft-borrowed aphorism about Hollywood, nobody knows anything. Amid this confusing and frankly underwhelming home stretch, NBA Twitter has roiled over what is shaping up to be a photo finish for the newly christened Michael Jordan Trophy for the league’s MVP. Lurking in the wings …

Lakers vs. Grizzlies: LeBron James breaks down the playoff series
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers vs. Grizzlies: LeBron James breaks down the playoff series

LA Times  

So, LeBron James, your Lakers have just defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA’s play-in game on Tuesday night and have advanced to the first round of the playoffs to face the young, brash and cocky Memphis Grizzlies. Can you, LeBron James, give the media an early scouting report on a second-seeded Grizzlies team that has All-Stars in super-talented point …

NBA Play-In Tournament picks, odds for Hawks-Heat and Timberwolves-Lakers
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Play-In Tournament picks, odds for Hawks-Heat and Timberwolves-Lakers

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Play-In Tournament. LeBron James’ Lakers and Jimmy Butler’s Heat have the history and the stars to make postseason runs, but are stuck in the Play-In Tournament. In a rematch of last year’s 1-8 matchup in the first round, the Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks will square off on Tuesday night in the first …

LeBron James shows the Rockets his dominant side in Lakers’ rout
1 year, 9 months ago

LeBron James shows the Rockets his dominant side in Lakers’ rout

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, starting a fast break in the first half Sunday, finished the game with 18 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds in the victory over the Rockets. Lakers Pau Gasol, Gregg Popovich headline Basketball Hall of Fame inductees Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2023 includes other international stars as well as legendary women’s star …

LeBron's return looms, Lakers upgrade superstar to ‘questionable’ for Bulls game
1 year, 9 months ago

LeBron's return looms, Lakers upgrade superstar to ‘questionable’ for Bulls game

Hindustan Times  

It's been a long and trying 13 games for the Los Angeles Lakers without their superstar, LeBron James. But the basketball gods might finally be smiling down on the team as James has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, center, center Mo Bamba, left, and guard Dennis …

Lakers gear up with optimism as LeBron's return looms for match against Thunders
1 year, 9 months ago

Lakers gear up with optimism as LeBron's return looms for match against Thunders

Hindustan Times  

The Los Angeles Lakers are feeling upbeat as they prepare to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in a home game on Friday. Mar 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reacts after a 3 point basket in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Crypto.com Arena. Despite James' absence due to a right …

NBA: Warriors expect to have Stephen Curry back from injury against Lakers
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Warriors expect to have Stephen Curry back from injury against Lakers

The Hindu  

Golden State Warriors is looking forward to having the superstar advantage for a change when it opens a three-game trip against rival Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday afternoon. The Warriors are expecting Stephen Curry to return from an 11-game absence due to a partially torn ligament in his left knee when they meet the Lakers for a fourth and final …

NBA: LeBron James, Lakers bring hot streak to Sacramento
2 years ago

NBA: LeBron James, Lakers bring hot streak to Sacramento

The Hindu  

Los Angeles Lakers will attempt to stretch its season-best winning streak to five games when it visits Sacramento Kings on Sunday. “We’ve got to continue to keep stacking quarters, keep stacking halves and keep stacking games because we’re a team that gets a little confidence and then we want to keep going.” James sat out the Lakers’ 112-109 home win …

How LeBron James fits with greatest Lakers players ever
2 years, 1 month ago

How LeBron James fits with greatest Lakers players ever

LA Times  

It’s easy to understand how the best current player for the Lakers can’t be considered as the best Laker in history. It doesn’t help his connection to the franchise’s greats that his highest high, the 2020 NBA championship, occurred inside a bubble at the ESPN Walt Disney World campus near Orlando, Fla., where James and his teammates were forced to …

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