Damian Burchardt

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Damian Burchardt is a sports writer who has covered basketball, soccer, and many other disciplines for numerous U.K. and U.S. media outlets, including The Independent, The Guardian, The Sun, The Berkshire Eagle, The Boston Globe, and The Ringer.
LeBron James, Lakers, Cavs

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Files Trademark For ‘Shut Up And Dribble’

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has proven to be an astute businessman and a champion for social justice in his countless…

Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer Hopes His Team Will Overtake Lakers’ As L.A.’s Favorite Team

The Los Angeles Lakers’ rivalry with the L.A. Clippers could soon come back to life again with stars on both sides…

Lakers News: Shareef O’Neal Signs Six-Figure Deal With NBA G League Ignite

Shareef O’Neal bet on himself, turning pro to end an injury-riddled college career this year — which led to a short Summer League…

Lakers News: Shareef O’Neal Reveals Kobe Bryant Routinely Checked In On Him After Heart Surgery

Shareef O’Neal has been part of the Los Angeles Lakers family his whole life as he was born in 2000 — the year his father…

Lakers News: Kyle Kuzma Appreciates Love From L.A. Fans While In California

Kyle Kuzma didn’t escape criticism during his four years with the Los Angeles Lakers, but he left a player loved…
Jerry West, Lakers, Las Vegas Summer League

Lakers Video: Jerry West Comes To Bob Cousy’s Defense Against JJ Redick’s Claims Of Their Era

The NBA has come a long way since the 1950s — and even the 1960s when Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West started his career…

Lakers Rumors: Former Lottery Pick Shabazz Muhammad To Attend Free-Agent Workout

The Los Angeles Lakers still have one roster spots to fill three weeks after free agency started…

Lonnie Walker IV Thinks His Time With Spurs Prepared Him To Fit Into Lakers’ System

Lonnie Walker IV signed with the Los Angeles Lakers after finding himself outside of the San Antonio Spurs’ plans for the future…

Lakers Video: Klay Thompson Speaks About Leaning On Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality During Injury Recovery In Emotional ESPYs Acceptance Speech

Kobe Bryant remains an inspiration for sports stars in times of prosperity and adversity — even after the tragic…

Russell Westbrook-Kyrie Irving Saga: Lakers Should Plan Long-Term, But Future Might Be Brighter With Fewer First-Round Picks

There’s been a lot of talk about making sure that a prosperous future lays ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers…