Eric Avakian

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Eric Avakian is a journalist from Burbank, Calif., serving as a staff writer at Lakersnation.com. Eric was a June 2016 graduate from the Business Administration department at Cal Poly Pomona and also serves as a staff writer at DodgerBlue.com Contact: Eric@mediumlargela.com
Lakers Practice Notes & Video: Lonzo Ball’s Early Leadership Signs

Lakers Vs. Bulls Preview: Lonzo Ball, Lauri Markkanen Headline Clash Of Rookies

After a bounce-back performance against the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers only have a back-to-back…
Metta World Peace Says Luke Walton Is ‘perfect’ For Lakers Coaching Job

Lakers News: Metta World Peace Believes Los Angeles Can Capture Eighth Spot In Western Conference

The Los Angeles Lakers had higher expectations entering the 2017-18 season, than in previous years…
Lakers News: Brandon Ingram (head Contusion) Cleared For Sunday’s Game

Lakers Vs. Nuggets Preview: Brandon Ingram Leads Charge As Los Angeles Attempts To End Skid

Head coach Luke Walton has certainly seen it all 16 games into the season, with the Los Angeles Lakers currently holding a 6-10 record…
Lakers News: Metta World Peace ‘definitely’ Interested In Coaching

Lakers News: Metta World Peace Confidently States He Can Average 15 Points In Today’s NBA

The Los Angeles Lakers have shifted into their new era of basketball, officially separated from all the players that were central…
Lakers News: Kyle Kuzma Gets Advice From Kobe Bryant Over Dinner

Lakers News: Kyle Kuzma Gets Advice From Kobe Bryant Over Dinner

Now 15 games into the season, it is safe to say the front office duo of Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka made the correct decisions during the 2017 NBA Draft…
Lonzo Ball Takes Blame For Lakers’ Loss To Jazz: ‘i Feel Like It Was My Fault’

Lakers Vs. 76ers Preview: Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram Clash Against Fellow Budding Stars Joel Embiid & Ben Simmons

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to salvage their four-game road trip with a 100-93 victory over the Phoenix Suns, now returning to the confines…
Luke Walton Doesn’t Plan To Focus On Lakers-celtics Rivalry Ahead Of Game

Lakers News: Luke Walton Asking Jordan Clarkson To Make Quicker Decisions And Dribble Less

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to pull away from the Phoenix Suns for a 100-93 win, particularly due to the play of Jordan Clarkson off the bench…
Brandon Ingram, Lonzo Ball Praise Thomas Bryant’s Energy In Summer League Debut

Lakers News: Luke Walton Appreciates Thomas Bryant’s Love For Basketball During His Development

While Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, and Josh Hart each have found their spots in the rotation early in the season, the front office of the…
Lakers Practice Notes & Video: Lonzo Ball’s First Game, Larry Nance To Start?

Lakers News: Kyle Kuzma Credits Early Success To Approach & Hard Work

The Los Angeles Lakers have got off to a 6-8 start this season, showing spurts of brilliance on the court that head coach Luke Walton…
Lakers Recap: Jordan Clarkson Helps L.a. Salvage Road Trip With 100-93 Win Over Suns

Lakers Recap: Jordan Clarkson Helps L.A. Salvage Road Trip With 100-93 Win Over Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers landed in Arizona and were attempting to salvage their four-game road trip with a victory over Phoenix Suns…