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 News: Thomas Robinson ‘earned His Spot’ Onto Roster, Now Eyes Next Goal

Lakers News: Thomas Robinson ‘Earned His Spot’ Onto Roster, Now Eyes Next Goal

The Los Angeles Lakers completed their preseason schedule with many situations to learn from. While the roster continues adjusting to the schemes and sets of head coach Luke Walton, they also competed in order to earn their spot both in the rotation, and for some, on the roster…
Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Recalls Unwise Decision To Trash-talk Michael Jordan

Lakers Rumors: Team Expected To Wear Magic Johnson-Era Throwback Jerseys

The Los Angeles Lakers are an illustrious franchise, with a rich history that has laid the foundation to the second most championships in National Basketball Association history…
Lil Wayne Advises Post-kobe Lakers To ‘just Have Fun’ This Season

Lakers News: Luke Walton Anticipates Growth Once D’Angelo Russell Finds Balance

On Friday the Los Angeles Lakers participated in their final preseason game, which was a close loss to the Phoenix Suns…
Is It Time For Lakers To Part Ways With Mitch Kupchak?

Preseason Recap: Lakers Strong Performance Not Enough In Loss To Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Phoenix Suns on Friday night in the final contest of the preseason….
Larry Nance Jr: Lakers Don’t Want To Be In Lottery For ‘foreseeable Future’

Lakers Vs. Warriors Preview: Starters Prepare For Better Showing In Rematch Against Warriors

On Saturday, the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Warriors in…
Metta World Peace Says Luke Walton Is ‘perfect’ For Lakers Coaching Job

Lakers News: Metta World Peace Points Out Biggest Difference From 2015-16 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers have two remaining preseason games before the new era of basketball begins. Under the watch…
Lakers Summer League Preview: A New Beginning

Lakers News: Luke Walton Voted 4th Most Impactful New Head Coach In NBA GM Survey

The beginning of the National Basketball Association regular season is only a week away…
Lakers News: Jordan Clarkson, Larry Nance Jr. Reveal Nba 2k17 Ratings

Lakers News: Luke Walton Remains Non-Commital About Jordan Clarkson Starting Vs. Warriors

Under the tenure of head coach Luke Walton, a new era of basketball has begun with the Los Angeles Lakers. Taking a step in the right direction, Walton has his team running an evolving system, fitted to the up-tempo pace of the NBA…
Lakers Video: D’angelo Russell, Brandon Ingram Reiterate Luke Walton’s Excitement In Practice

Lakers Video: D’Angelo Russell, Brandon Ingram Reiterate Luke Walton’s Excitement In Practice

In order for the system of head coach Luke Walton to reach the next level, the young core of the Los Angeles Lakers must continue to get acclimated to it…
Preseason Recap: Warriors Starters Roll, Lakers Bench Closes Strong In 112-107 Loss

Preseason Recap: Warriors Starters Roll, Lakers Bench Closes Strong In 112-107 Loss

The Los Angeles Lakers have battled through the Pacific Division during this preseason, outside of the Denver Nuggets…