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Clippers lean on their defense to snap losing streak, defeat Hornets
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Clippers lean on their defense to snap losing streak, defeat Hornets

LA Times  

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard was absent again Tuesday, though coach Tyronn Lue said his “day-to-day” recovery from a hip contusion had made progress. In recent weeks, as the Clippers’ defense crept into the NBA’s upper ranks while keeping the team afloat during a rocky November, multiple veterans noted that the foundation of a strong defense is not anchored by one …

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‘A lot’s at stake right now’: What the Lakers-Clippers showdown means Wednesday
1 year, 8 months ago

‘A lot’s at stake right now’: What the Lakers-Clippers showdown means Wednesday

LA Times  

In 2006, the Lakers were one win from forging a second-round matchup against the Clippers, the first time the franchises would have met in the postseason. “This is probably the first meaningful game we’ve played against them,” said coach Tyronn Lue, who later added, “a lot’s at stake right now.” The stakes of the Hallway Series have always involved pride. …

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Lakers need to trade Russell Westbrook now. Enough is enough
2 years, 2 months ago

Lakers need to trade Russell Westbrook now. Enough is enough

LA Times  

Lakers guard Russell Westbrook, shown on the bench late in the fourth quarter, finished with two points against the Clippers on Thursday night. The Lakers need to trade Russell Westbrook before his reckless play and divisive personality cost them whatever chance this otherwise feisty team has at a rewarding season. “Quite frankly … it’s not geared for him with the …

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Former Lakers great Pau Gasol retires after 18 NBA seasons
3 years, 2 months ago

Former Lakers great Pau Gasol retires after 18 NBA seasons

LA Times  

Pau Gasol, who had a tight bond with Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant while they won two NBA titles, has announced his retirement from professional basketball. But I just think the size that they played with, you had to deal with Kobe, then you had Bynum and Pau out there too.” It’s not dissimilar to the Lakers’ approach in 2020, when …

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