Ryan Cole

Ryan Cole is a student at the University of Southern California (USC) majoring in Broadcast Journalism and minoring in Sports Media Studies. His past experiences include interning for ESPN and Fox Sports. He is huge sports fan that loves to talk all kinds of sports. You can follow him on twitter here: @JustRyCole
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Lakers History: Wilt Chamberlain’s Top 5 Career Moments

(Originally Published on August 23, 2013) There is no argument that Wilton Norman Chamberlain was one of the greatest players in history of the NBA. Known as The Big Dipper, the 7'1" Chamberlain played college basketball at Kansas and began…

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Lakers History: Derek Fisher’s Heroics In Game 3 Of The 2010 NBA Finals

(Republished from February 21, 2014) As the Lakers look to get a win against the Boston Celtics tonight at Staples Center, we're going to take a moment to reflect one of the premiere moments in the history of the storied…

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Lakers vs. Knicks Game Preview: Lakers Look To Win Two In A Row

The Lakers got back on the winning track on Sunday when they ended their four game losing streak by defeating the Orlando Magic 103-94 in a team effort. It was the first game in a while where the Lakers played…

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Lakers vs. Thunder Game Preview: Lakers Look To Beat OKC Again

The Lakers shocked the basketball world this past Sunday when they defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 114-110 at Staples Center. Jodie Meeks would have a career afternoon, as he would score 42 points and covert six three-pointers. Coming into that…

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Lakers vs. Trail Blazers Game Preview: Lakers Look To Continue Winning Ways

The Lakers finally broke their three game losing streak when they successfully defeated the Sacramento Kings this past Friday night at Staples Center. It’s been pretty tough to say the least, and with guys on the roster unhealthy for extended…

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De’Anthony Thomas Says He Had ‘Black Mamba’ Nickname Before Kobe Bryant

The 2014 NFL Combine is officially underway with the best and brightest college football players showing NFL scouts they are worthy of being drafted in the upcoming draft. One player stuck out amongst the rest in the first few days…

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Lakers Gear Report: Get Your New Lakers Merchandise!

Here is your weekly reminder that you should continue staying geared up throughout the new year! Check out these cool items around the web and show your Laker pride! Make sure you show off all your Laker pride with this…

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Lakers Vs. Celtics Game Preview: Lakers Look To End Losing Streak

The Lakers and Celtics come into tonight’s matchup as two teams that are on the verge of a rebuild. With the Lakers battling multiple injuries this season and not having enough bodies to compete on a nightly basis, they’ve placed…

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Throwback Thursday: Steve Blake’s Game Winner Over Dwight Howard

With Steve Blake being traded to the Warriors yesterday, we take a moment to reflect and look back on perhaps his most memorable moment as a Laker. It was this season, and the Lakers were matched up against the Houston…

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VIDEO: Lakers, Kings 2002 Western Conference Finals Game 4 Analyzed

After winning back-to-back championships in 2000 and 2001, the Lakers of the early 2000s sought to make history by becoming the fourth different team to "three-peat". The 2002 team advanced through the first two rounds in easy fashion after sweeping…

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