Nick Barbarino

Nick is currently a Lakers Nation intern and a sophomore at USC. From the Los Angeles Area, Nick grew up an avid Lakers and Trojan fan. He has written for the Daily Trojan, covering a variety of Trojan athletics. Nick is glad to share his passion for the purple and gold with the fellow Lakers Supporters! Follow Nick on twitter: @nsbarbarino
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Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Takes Over Game 4 Of The 2000 NBA Finals

As Kobe Bryants's career begins to wind down, the comparisons to Michael Jordan will become more and more rampant. If there is any single moment in Kobe's career that signaled his ability to become the next Jordan, it occurred during…

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Lakers Rumors: Kevin Ollie Seeking Larger Contract Than Steve Kerr

Despite head coach Mike D'Antoni resigning over two weeks ago, the Los Angeles Lakers have yet to formally reach out to any potential replacements. General manger Mitch Kupchak has said the franchise will take their time and complete a thorough…

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Lakers Video: James Worthy’s 1988 Finals MVP Top 10 Plays

The Showtime Era Lakers were known best for their one-two punch from Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. However, many forget that another number one overall pick and future Hall of Famer also played alongside Magic and Kareem. James Worthy was…

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NBA Rumors: Deron Williams, Brooklyn Nets Looking To Part Ways?

The Brooklyn Nets entered this season as a team many believed to be capable of upending the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference after trading for Celtic veterans Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett and pairing them with All-Stars Joe Johnson…

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Lakers News: Mitch Kupchak Says Kobe ‘Really Won’t Weigh In On’ Coach

Please enable Javascript to watch this video The Lakers are currently searching for a new name to roam the sidelines next season. The front office is taking its time deciding on a new coach after the disastrous tenures of Mike…

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Throwback Thursday: Metta World Peace’s Game Winner In 2010 Conference Finals

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DSRFnzzhzyQ For all the praise that Kobe Bryant gets for being one of the greatest finishers in NBA History, on one certain day, he fell just short. Thankfully, teammate Metta World Peace was in the right spot at the right…

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NBA News: Donald Sterling Says He’s “Not A Racist” In First Interview

Two and a half weeks since his racist comments were recorded on tape, Donald Sterling has finally decided to publicly apologize and ask for forgiveness. Sterling recently sat down with CNN's Anderson Cooper for an interview that will air tomorrow…

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Sets NBA Record For Most Three Pointers Made

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-pniMuyZps We look back to one of the greatest shooting performances in the history of the NBA. On January 6, 2002 against the Seattle Supersonics, Kobe Bryant made 12 three pointers, including nine straight. The mark of 12 threes set…

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NBA Rumors: Magic Johnson Won’t Reveal Interest In Purchasing Clippers

Although the NBA banning Donald Sterling for life and looking to force him out of ownership, there are still numerous hurdles for the league to get past. Sterling has reportedly recruited a law firm to represent him against the NBA…

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Video: Nick Young Goes Shoe Shopping With Complex’s Joe La Pluma

While Nick Young is a fan favorite for his play on the court, he earned his "Swaggy P" nickname for his swagger off the court. Young is no stranger when it comes to latest shoe fashion, as he is always…

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