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Report: LeBron James ‘very enthused’ about 1 Lakers coaching candidate

The Los Angeles Lakers will likely seek input from LeBron James at some point while searching for a new head coach, and it sounds like the four-time MVP is ready to endorse one particular candidate. Sources told Sam Amick of The Athletic that James …

Russell Westbrook with his arm out

Reporter names 3 possible trade destinations for Russell Westbrook

Russell Westbrook was an absolute disaster on the Los Angeles Lakers this season, and he almost certainly will be one-and-done with the team. But where might Westbrook play next season? That is a good question. Jovan Buha, a Lakers reporter for The …

Adam Silver speaking

NBA’s changing dynamics illustrated in crazy statistic released by league

Earth’s magnetic poles appear to be reversing … or maybe that is just the shifting balance of power in the National Basketball Association. The league released a head-spinning statistic on Monday revealing that the Eastern Conference won …

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76ers to be without key player for playoff games in Toronto due to vaccine

The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. As a result, it appears they will be down a key player for at least Games 3 and 4. 76ers coach Doc Rivers confirmed to reporters Sunday that …

Frank Vogel looking on

Russell Westbrook blames Frank Vogel for their issues

Russell Westbrook displayed a striking lack of self-awareness during his exit press conference. Westbrook spoke with the media on Monday, a day after the Los Angeles Lakers’ season came to an end. Westbrook very much became a punching bag for …

Mark Jackson in a suit

Mark Jackson could get another shot as NBA coach?

It has been nearly a decade now since Mark Jackson last coached in the NBA, but it may not be too late for him to pull a Tony LaRussa. The former Golden State Warriors coach Jackson was mentioned by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Monday as a …

Tom Thibodeau on the sidelines

Report: Some with Knicks wanted Tom Thibodeau fired

The New York Knicks endured a very difficult 2021-22 season, and had some in the organization reportedly had their way, it would have involved a change of coaches. At least two members of the Knicks front office called for Tom Thibodeau to be fired …

LeBron James looking on

Orlando Magic trolled LeBron James so hard with savage tweet

Despite being the worst team in the East this year, the Orlando Magic were still less of a disappointment than LeBron James’ team. They definitely let James know about it too with a ruthless tweet this week. The Magic trolled the Los Angeles …

Luol Deng with a headset on

Lakers have finally finished paying off infamous contract

The Los Angeles Lakers were hampered by poor roster construction this season. But they are finally putting one problem behind them. The Lakers have finally finished paying out the contract for Luol Deng. Yes, Luol Deng. During the summer of 2016, the …

Russell Westbrook warms up

Unexpected suitor emerging for Russell Westbrook?

The Los Angeles Lakers will obviously be trying to ship Russell Westbrook halfway to Siberia this offseason, and now a fairly unexpected landing spot appears to be emerging for him. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported on Monday that rival …

Frank Vogel looking on

Ex-LeBron James teammate trashes Lakers for handling of Frank Vogel firing

Former NBA star Richard Jefferson is letting the Los Angeles Lakers have it over their handling of coach Frank Vogel’s firing. Jefferson, an ESPN analyst, said on Monday’s edition of “NBA Today” that the Lakers are in …

Rob Pelinka at a press conference

Rob Pelinka hints at what he wants in next Lakers coach

The Los Angeles Lakers should be able to attract some high-profile names for their vacant head coaching position. General manager Rob Pelinka, however, has a profile in mind already for what he might be looking for. Speaking to the media Monday after …

Jeanie Buss looking on

Unlikely ESPN host says Lakers tried to hire him

Either the Los Angeles Lakers are out here playing 8D Parcheesi or they have completely lost their minds. Speaking Monday on “First Take,” an unlikely ESPN host revealed that the Lakers tried to hire him as an assistant coach for this …

Alvin Gentry smiles during a game

Kings eyeing two-time Coach of the Year as Alvin Gentry replacement?

The Sacramento Kings on Monday informed interim head coach Alvin Gentry that he will not be retained, and they are planning to conduct an extensive search for his replacement. One of the biggest names that is reportedly on Sacramento’s list is …

LeBron James in a purple Lakers sweater

LeBron James delivers laughable quote about Lakers’ roster moves

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to search extensively to find a trade partner for Russell Westbrook this offseason, but LeBron James insists that will not be done at his request. In fact, the four-time MVP claims he is not going to interfere with …

Rob Pelinka at a press conference

Report: Lakers eyeing NBA champion coach as one of ‘top targets’

The Los Angeles Lakers are moving on from head coach Frank Vogel after his disappointing third season with the franchise, and they may already have a replacement in mind. Nick Nurse is considered one of the “top targets” for the Lakers, …

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