Elizabeth Benson

Elizabeth is a graduate from Arizona State University and has her master's from Duquesne University. She is currently an associate editor at Lakers Nation. To read more of Elizabeth's articles click here. You can also follow Elizabeth on Twitter @Gobibs
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Nike Unveils Kobe Bryant ‘Superhero’ Inspired Shoes

Kobe Bryant is a main star attraction for Nike. Bryant's collection of shoes and the multiple colorways that are released throughout the season are highly popular among basketball fans worldwide. After multiple releases already of the KOBE 8 SYSTEM, Nike…

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Lakers News: Mike D’Antoni Says Lakers Are ‘Messing With The Game’

There was such a drastic difference between the first and second half for the Lakers on Friday night against the Washington Wizards. In the first half, the Lakers showcased their recent improvement as a team by working from the inside-out…

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Lakers News: Antawn Jamison To Undergo MRI For Injured Wrist

On the night where Pau Gasol and Kobe Bryant returned to the starting lineup from their injuries, there was hope that perhaps the injury bug was starting to relinquish its hold on the Lakers this season. Well, just as this…

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Mike D’Antoni Talks Defensive Expectations of Howard and Gasol

The Los Angeles Lakers have been plagued with constant injuries all season long. One of the biggest reasons for the team's struggles, especially early on in the season, is the fact that the starting lineup that stirred up high expectations…

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Dwight Howard Discusses Most Important Lesson Learned So Far

There is no question that Dwight Howard is playing on a higher level in the recent weeks. Whether it's due to having a healthy Steve Nash and Steve Blake back in the lineup, a change in his mentality or just…

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Steve Nash Says the Lakers ‘Hit a Wall’ In Loss to Phoenix

The Lakers have played much improve ball as of late. Their 11-4 record since the All-Star break is proof of that. However, sometimes a team just has one of those nights, and hopefully for the Lakers, Monday's game against the…

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Lakers vs. Kings Pre-Game Report: Lakers Go For 7th Straight Home Win

The Lakers are coming off quite a successful week and road trip, despite distractions and injuries. The Lakers started last week off with a solid victory over Chicago. While the Lakers potentially hit a wall after Kobe Bryant was injured…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Praises Steve Blake For Being A “Competitor”

Steve Blake had arguably his best performance in a Laker uniform on Friday night in their win against the Indiana Pacers. Going into the game on Friday, the Lakers faced a tough challenge, not just because the Pacers are the…

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Bill Sharman and Gail Goodrich Weigh In On The Heat’s Win Streak

Like it or not, if you are a basketball fan, you know the Miami Heat are a very elite team, arguably the best in the league right now. The Heat became just the fifth team in NBA history to win…

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Kobe Tweets Photo Of Sprained Ankle While Undergoing Treatment

The basketball world is still buzzing about the play from last night's game between the Lakers and the Hawks that resulted in Kobe Bryant severely spraining his left ankle. While no foul was called on that play last night, many…

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