Laker fans cheer on their team during the first half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center on Thursday, June 3, 2010. The Laker Girls entertain the crowd Thursday night. Sound The gallery will resume inseconds A Lakers' fan cheers on her team during the Lakers' 102-89 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center Thursday. Laker fans cheer for their team in the second half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Laker Girls entertain the crowd in the first half of Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Actress Charlize Theron attended Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Lakers' fans show their love for the Celtics' Paul Pierce during the Lakers' 102-89 victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Finals at Staples Center Thursday. Snoop Dogg takes in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday, June 3rd. at the … [Read more...] about Lakers Rim Shots: Finals Game 1
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Nike’s first LeBron 16 shoe with the Lakers is on its way
CLEVELAND, Ohio - Samples of what is said to be the prototype for Nike's LeBron 16 have been floating around social media. And we now know when LeBron James' next signature shoe will be hitting retailers. According to Foot Locker's official release schedule, the first version of the Nike LeBron 16 will arrive on Sept. 20. It will mark James' first release with the Lakers. Yet, the shoe is said to be black and red, not purple and gold. As for what the LeBron 16 will look like, you can scan social media for the rumored samples that look like modified version of the LeBron 15. … [Read more...] about Nike’s first LeBron 16 shoe with the Lakers is on its way
Klay Thompson NBA rumors Lakers Warriors latest
Next summer's NBA free agency could have another potential shift of power between the two conferences, just like this year's edition. With players such as Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, Klay Thompson, and Kemba Walker all slated to become free agents, there will be an arms race on who can acquire which players.Thompson, who shares the same backcourt in Golden State with fellow splash brother Stephen Curry, has been linked to possibly joining the Los Angeles Lakers next summer.However, in a recent interview with the San Francisco Chronicle, Klay's father, Mychal Thompson who played for the Lakers, shut down the notion of his son playing in Los Angeles or anywhere else at that."Oh yeah, you can mark it down," the elder Thompson said. "Klay’s going to retire in the Warriors’ uniform. He’s going to play at Chase Center (the Warriors’ new arena, opening in 2019), and he’s not going to be at Chase Center as a visiting player, he’s going to be a … [Read more...] about Klay Thompson NBA rumors Lakers Warriors latest
Jeanie Buss addresses Lakers fans’ complaints about LeBron James signing
Embiid was an All-Star starter for the first time and also garnered recognition for his defensive play, finishing runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year, and on Second Team All-Defense for his elite play.The fringe, anti-LeBron sentiment in Los Angeles drew a sharp rebuke from Lakers co-owner Jeanie Buss.Yes, Daryl Morey has called LeBron James the GOAT (Greatest Of All Time).He is also very likely to add to his MVP count by leading a young Los Angeles Lakers team on a season of resurgence and relevance in the Western Conference.Among those who have taken umbrage with the signing of James, a principal issue appears to be a loyalty to retired Lakers legend Kobe Bryant."LeBron did very, very well this year". He told Bleacher Report's Howard Beck on a recent episode of the podcast "The Full 48" how, in his view, there would be two major factors working against James and the Lakers this season.The Celtics (57.5 wins) are the top team in terms of the Eastern Conference.James is now set … [Read more...] about Jeanie Buss addresses Lakers fans’ complaints about LeBron James signing
76ers’ Ben Simmons ‘a little’ disappointed LeBron James joined the Lakers
Adam Woodard USA TODAY Published 4:15 p.m. UTC Aug 19, 2018 Even though LeBron James joined the Los Angeles Lakers this summer, 76ers executives thought the four-time MVP "very strongly" considered Philadelphia as an option during his short-lived free agency. But what about the players? 76ers star Ben Simmons said he was "a little bit" disappointed that James took his talents to LA, but he understood his decision. "At the same time, he did the right thing for him and his family," Simmons told the Daily Telegraph. But it would've been great to learn from him, him being on the team and obviously competing for a championship. But we have pieces to get there." Despite the sixth consecutive season with an injury to a first-round pick -- the latest to 2018 first-rounder Zhaire Smith -- the 76ers' path to the conference finals got a whole lot easier with James now in the Western Conference. This offseason, the 76ers brought in Wilson Chandler, a dependable forward, to … [Read more...] about 76ers’ Ben Simmons ‘a little’ disappointed LeBron James joined the Lakers