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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VIDEO: Watch The Full Interview From ‘Kobe Up Close’

Last Thursday, Kobe Bryant partnered with Sports Spectacular in a television special, "Kobe Up Close," where ticket proceeds benefited Kobe and his wife, Vanessa Bryant's, charity foundation, KVBFF, and Cedars-Sinai Sports Spectacular in part to eradicate homelessness throughout the Los…

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Lakers Nation Videos Of The Week: Cooper Dunks, Kobe’s Nike Commercial

Earlier this week, Lakers Nation attended the Harold Pump Foundation and caught up with several NBA legends and celebrities, including Shaquille O'Neal and David Robinson, to get their thoughts on the Pump event and their feelings and insight into the…

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Lakers News: Lou Amundson Has ‘Good’ Meeting With Lakers

As the 2013 offseason wears down, the Lakers are preparing for training camp and looking to make the final touches on their roster for the 2013-14 season. The Lakers's roster itself will have a different look as there have been…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Who Will Have A Standout Season?

A lot is unknown with the Lakers going into next season. Uncertainty is a word commonly used with this team concerning a lot of aspects within the organization. While the team is currently in limbo, they will use this uncertainty…

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Talks About Next Season, Motivation, Future Plans

Kobe Bryant has had a busy offseason despite recovering from a major surgery to repair his ruptured Achilles tendon. While Bryant and his team of doctors and rehab specialists have "shattered" the usual timetable of an Achilles recovery, the five-time champion…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: What’s The Most Anticipated Game Next Season?

Earlier this week, the NBA released its 2013-14 regular season schedule. While it may have surprised some that the Lakers would be featured in 29 national television games, Lakers fans know and understand the consistent appeal of the franchise, regardless…

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Mark Madsen Says He “Was A Better Player” Because Of Kobe Bryant

Earlier in the summer, former Laker Mark Madsen was hired to become the head coach of the Los Angeles D-Fenders of the D-League. A little more than a month later, the Lakers caught everyone by a bit of surprise when…

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Mike D’Antoni Explains Decision To Play Howard, Bench Gasol Last Season

Last season did not go as planned and was filled with unmet expectations. As the Lakers organization, team and fans are poised and ready to move on to next season with different expectations, certain decisions and moves are now being…

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Lakers Nation Videos Of The Week: Kurt Rambis, Magic’s Top Moments

This week was all about a new hire of a familiar face to all Lakers fan. Kurt Rambis and Johnny Davis were hired at the beginning of last week by Mike D'Antoni and the front office to join the coaching…

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Who Will Get The Last Roster Spot?

Despite losing their top target in free agency, the Lakers have had quite a busy offseason thus far. With many shakeups to the roster, including seeing some favorites leave (Metta World Peace), the Lakers have used their Plan B to…

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