Lakers News: Nash, Blake Hampered By Injuries In Game 2 Loss
The year of the injury continues for the Lakers. During the Lakers' 102-91 loss against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday evening, both Steves (Nash and Blake) were hobbled. Nash, of course, has been dealing with a hip/hamstring issue over the…
Steve Blake Deserves Praise From Lakers Fans
A year ago, Steve Blake missed a crucial three-pointer in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semi-Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder; which would have tied the series at 1-1, coming back to Los Angeles. I was watching the game…
When Nash Returns, Both Steves Should Start
Anyone who follows my articles knows I usually write a lot. Whether I'm writing 1,600-word editorials on Kobe Bryant's greatness or multi-page articles defending Pau Gasol, I usually have a lot to say. This one won't be quite as intensive.…
Lakers News: Dwight Howard, Jodie Meeks Visit Injured Kobe Bryant
After the Lakers' win over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday, Kobe Bryant tweeted his praise of Dwight Howard's dominant play and shouted him out for visiting him in the hospital not once, but twice on Saturday--the day Kobe underwent…
Kobe Bryant’s Legendary 17th Season: One For The Ages
Well, this is the hangover. Much like the one I placed myself in on Saturday morning following a heart-breaking Friday night, this is it. It's the reality that Kobe Bryant won't be suiting up for the remainder of the season…
NBA Power Rankings Final Week: Knicks, Heat Continue Dominance, Lakers Rise
30. Phoenix Suns (24-56, Last Week: 30): The Suns have lost 11 of their last 12 games. 29. Cleveland Cavaliers (24-56, Last Week: 28): The Cavs have lost four games in a row, and 14 of their last 16. 28.…
A Fully Utilized Pau Gasol Is Peaking At The Right Time
It may not seem like it, but it's championship time. Moreover, one key factor that helped bring the Lakers their most recent back-to-back championships. Pau Gasol is playing the brand of basketball Los Angeles has grown to love and expect…
Lakers Have No Margin For Error Down The Stretch To Make Playoffs
At the beginning of the season, nobody would have guessed that the Lakers would be fighting for the eighth and final playoff berth in the Western Conference. Well, unfortunately, that's the reality and things are looking grim for the Lakers…
NBA Power Rankings Week 24: Knicks Shoot To Top, Lakers In Danger
30. Phoenix Suns (23-54, Last Week: 29): The Suns have lost nine games in a row. 29. Orlando Magic (19-59, Last Week: 27): The Magic have lost five games in a row, and 13 of their last 14. 28. Cleveland…
NBA Power Rankings Week 23: Heat Remain Atop The League Despite Injuries
30. Cleveland Cavaliers (22-50, Last Week: 28): The Cavs have lost eight games in a row. 29. Phoenix Suns (23-51, Last Week: 26): Adding to the list of bad teams are the Phoenix Suns, who have lost six games in…
