Russell Valenzuela

Russell Valenzuela graduated from UC Irvine and writes for Lakers Nation. As a Laker fan since childhood, he follows and tracks statistics for a variety of sports.
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Los Angeles Lakers Vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA Highlights

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action Friday night to take on the San Antonio Spurs. Kobe Bryant entered the game needing 31 points to pass Michael Jordan for third place on the NBA's All-Time scoring list. As for…

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Nick Young To Kobe Bryant: ‘Nobody In The World Can Guard Me’

Ever since joining the Los Angeles Lakers, Nick Young has become a fan favorite mainly due to his personality and unquestioned confidence on and off the court. With Kobe Bryant sidelined last season with injury, Young's ability to score became…

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VIDEO: James Worthy Does Defensive Slides After Lakers Beat Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers snapped a three game losing streak by defeating the Sacramento Kings 98-95 Tuesday night and brought their record to 6-16. With the wins rare this season, any time the Lakers come out with a victory is…

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Los Angeles Lakers Vs. Sacramento Kings NBA Highlights

After three straight losses, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to Staples Center looking for a win against the Sacramento Kings, who are without DeMarcus Cousins. For the second straight game, Ed Davis and Ronnie Price started in place of Carlos…

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Byron Scott Intends To Keep Starting Lineup For 10-15 Games

After falling to the New Orleans Pelicans Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers dropped to 5-16 on the year. The game marked the first time all year head coach Byron Scott opted to change his starting lineup as Ronnie Price…

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Los Angeles Lakers Vs. New Orleans Pelicans NBA Highlights

After an unsuccessful three-game road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers returned to Staples Center to host the New Orleans Pelicans. With a 5-15 start, head coach Byron Scott decided to make changes to the starting lineup by inserting Ed Davis…

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Los Angeles Lakers Vs. Boston Celtics NBA Highlights

The Los Angeles Lakers were back in action Friday night to take on their historical rivals, the Boston Celtics. The Lakers were coming off a loss to the Washington Wizards while the Celtics defeated the Detroit Pistons. Entering the game,…

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Kobe Bryant Wasn’t ‘Afraid’ To Ask NBA Legends For Advice

Kobe Bryant is currently in the midst of his 19th season in the NBA and already considered among the all-time greats to the play the game. Playing alongside some of the games best has elevated his game, but so has…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Admires Michael Jordan’s Aggressiveness

Kobe Bryant only needs 99 points to pass Michael Jordan and move into third place on the NBA’s All-Time scoring list. With Bryant closing in on Jordan’s mark, comparison discussions between the two guards are bound to occur. -- Have…

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Los Angeles Lakers Vs. Washington Wizards NBA Highlights

The Los Angeles Lakers began their three-game road trip against the Detroit Pistons where they came out victorious. Tonight, the Lakers face one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference in the Washington Wizards on the second game of…

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