y Doc Rivers says Clippers goals haven't changed despite COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 8 Apr 2020 17:27:45 -0400 Clippers coach Doc Rivers checks in daily with players and reminds them of their championship goal and not to use hiatus as a reason they can't win. Full Article
y Clippers' Patrick Beverley is himself again in 'NBA2K' tournament quarterfinal win By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:25:04 -0400 Clippers teammates Patrick Beverley and Montrezl Harrell stay alive in the "NBA2K" charity tournament. Full Article
y 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament could be more than one-time event By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 20:39:36 -0400 Positive initial feedback from the "NBA 2K" Players Tournament suggests it could be a viable alternative moving forward, organizers said. Full Article
y Patrick Beverley abruptly walks out after losing in 'NBA 2K' Players Tournament By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 00:11:48 -0400 Clippers' Patrick Beverley quickly walks off camera after being swept by Phoenix's Deandre Ayton in "NBA 2K" Players Tournament. Devin Booker takes the title. Full Article
y Los planes de la NBA para reanudar la temporada, mantener el draft y la agencia libre siguen siendo inciertos By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 17:21:19 -0400 En medio del brote de coronavirus, la NBA no ha decidido cuándo podría reiniciar la temporada, o si el draft y la agencia libre se llevarán a cabo según lo programado Full Article
y Markazi: Patrick Beverley playing 'Call of Duty' and aiming to win the wait By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 19:47:34 -0400 In between 'NBA 2K' games and rounds of 'Call of Duty,' Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is focused on staying ready for the NBA's potential return. Full Article
y Mark Hughes, a finalist for Bulls GM job, plays key role for Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:10:42 -0400 Since arriving in 2017, assistant GM Mark Hughes has risen in the Clippers' ranks, filling many roles suited to his personality and skills. Full Article
y Clippers' window to win NBA title is smaller than you might think By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:07:41 -0400 The Clippers became NBA championship contenders with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, but after this season, if there is one, some key players could leave. Full Article
y Clippers coach Doc Rivers speaks to Rams players about leadership and winning By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:15:16 -0400 Clippers coach Doc Rivers spent time Thursday speaking to Rams players and answering questions about winning through teamwork. Full Article
y Markazi: How Staples Center officials hustled to put on Kobe Bryant's memorial By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 17:38:15 -0500 Lee Zeidman didn't know when Kobe Bryant's memorial would be but he knew there was only one place it should be held: Staples Center. Full Article
y LeBron James to sit out Lakers game against Warriors on Thursday By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 20:08:57 -0500 LeBron James will not play in the Lakers' game against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night in San Francisco because of a strained groin. Full Article
y WNBA lost a huge supporter in Kobe Bryant. Who will step up? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 07:00:58 -0500 Kobe Bryant "walked the walk," as WNBA star Nneka Ogwumike said, in supporting women's sports, particularly basketball. Can his void be filled? Full Article
y With LeBron James out, Anthony Davis leads way in Lakers' win By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 01:24:51 -0500 Anthony Davis finished with 23 points and six rebounds as the Lakers won their seventh straight game in a win over the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors. Full Article
y Inside the ultra-competitive world of Kobe Bryant merchandise after his death By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 09:00:13 -0500 Hours after Kobe Bryant's death, speculators were registering domain names connected to the tragedy. Merchandise tied to the Lakers legend is in heavy demand. Full Article
y Lakers still figuring out how to play with LeBron James out of the lineup By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 22:24:12 -0500 The Lakers are have a rating of plus-8.4 when LeBron James is the court, but it drops to a minus-0.1 when he rests, according to NBA.com. Full Article
y Deputies were ordered to delete Kobe Bryant crash photos to avoid discipline, sources say By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 01:05:18 -0500 In an attempt to keep the matter under wraps, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department quietly ordered deputies to delete any photos of the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash scene after a citizen complained that a deputy was showing the gruesome images at a Norwalk bar, two public safety sources with knowledge of the events said. Full Article
y Best Game Ever: Anthony Davis had never been in a zone like this one By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 11:00:14 -0500 Anthony Davis never felt quite the way he did in a game four years ago, the kind of place that's almost indescribable, when he had 59 points and 20 rebounds. Full Article
y Lakers fall to hungry Grizzlies in LeBron James' return By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 23:35:56 -0500 The Lakers decided to praise rookie sensation Ja Morant and the young, desperate Memphis Grizzlies and accept their own shortcomings after a 105-88 loss. Full Article
y Vanessa Bryant 'devastated' by allegations that deputies shared Kobe crash photos By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 1 Mar 2020 13:48:32 -0500 The Los Angeles Times first reported allegations that deputies were sharing graphic crash photos. Vanessa Bryant's lawyer has asked for an investigation. Full Article
y Lakers waive guard Troy Daniels, giving him chance to sign with a playoff team By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 1 Mar 2020 21:24:50 -0500 The Lakers parted ways with Troy Daniels on Sunday, allowing the guard to retain his eligibility for another team's playoff roster. Full Article
y Lakers work out JR Smith and Dion Waiters as they seek to fill final roster spot By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 19:41:44 -0500 The Lakers worked out JR Smith and Dion Waiters on Monday as they began the process to fill their final roster spot, according to several sources familiar with the situation. Full Article
y Anthony Davis-LeBron James a winning ticket for Lakers against 76ers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 00:38:53 -0500 Anthony Davis sat down with a little over a minute left in the Lakers' contest against the Philadelphia 76ers, but he didn't stay on the bench for long. He'd done everything for the Lakers that night. Full Article
y Laker Anthony Davis partners with First Entertainment to teach community financial literacy By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 19:30:48 -0500 Lakers' Anthony Davis is partnering with First Entertainment Credit Union as their first official ambassador. Full Article
y Markazi: Kobe Bryant's love for his family eclipsed any potential Lakers front-office role By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 20:28:31 -0500 Kobe Bryant was never really interested in pursuing a Lakers front-office role because he wanted to be involved in the lives of his wife and daughters. Full Article
y LeBron James on games without spectators: 'I ain't playing' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 22:00:40 -0500 Lakers star LeBron James on the prospect of games in empty arenas because of the coronavirus outbreak: "I ain't playing if you don't have the fans." Full Article
y Anthony Davis' big second half helps Lakers prevail over Bucks By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 12:00:54 -0500 Lakers star Anthony Davis was held to five points in the first half because of foul trouble but scored 25 points and had eight rebounds after halftime. Full Article
y Dion Waiters, Lakers not worried about past, only how he can help in future By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 19:33:27 -0500 Dion Waiters has only played three games this season, but coach Frank Vogel says the veteran guard is "definitely a player that can help us." Full Article
y Playoff preview? Clippers vs. Lakers offers possible look at postseason By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 20:53:20 -0500 The first Lakers-Clippers matchup, in October, was a spectacle. The second, on Christmas, was a thriller. On Sunday, it's likely a playoff preview. Full Article
y LeBron James defies his age once again in Lakers' victory over Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 8 Mar 2020 22:18:11 -0400 LeBron James put on a show, winning matchups and scoring points with relative ease as the Lakers beat the Clippers for the first time this season. Full Article
y Plaschke: After being pushed around by Clippers, Lakers prove they can beat their rivals By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 8 Mar 2020 22:02:23 -0400 LeBron James and the Lakers proved on Sunday that the team is capable of beating their crosstown rivals in the playoffs this season. Full Article
y Avery Bradley's diligence reaps rewards for Lakers in win over Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 9 Mar 2020 09:00:39 -0400 Avery Bradley scored a season-high 24 points in the Lakers' win over the Clippers. He credits being 'in the gym every night' for his improved game. Full Article
y LeBron James changes his stance, says he would play games without fans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:45:40 -0400 Lakers star LeBron James revises his stance on playing game without fans, saying he'd do so if it's in the best interest of the franchise and the NBA. Full Article
y NBA suspends season indefinitely over coronavirus pandemic By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 21:40:19 -0400 The NBA on Wednesday moved to suspend the season indefinitely amid the coronavirus pandemic, which included Utah's Rudy Gobert contracting COVID-19. Full Article
y Coronavirus has NBA in wait-and-see mode for next 30 days By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 23:20:20 -0400 NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said teams will not play for at least 30 days and will not gather in groups through this weekend in wake of coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
y Commentary: NBA title hopes hang in limbo for Lakers and Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 19:23:29 -0400 The Lakers and Clippers forfeited their draft futures for a chance to chase the NBA title this season. Have their hopes been derailed by the coronavirus? Full Article
y Majority of Lakers players in L.A. get tested for coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 13:57:30 -0400 The majority of Lakers players in L.A. were tested for the coronavirus Wednesday, a day after learning they were exposed to Nets players who tested positive. Full Article
y Analysis: Lakers adjust to new norm while waiting to resume title chase By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:10:47 -0400 LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Lakers made a steady run to the top of the Western Conference. If the NBA season resumes, can they contend for a title? Full Article
y Lakers' LeBron James says layoff is not good for his 35-year-old body By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:49:09 -0400 LeBron James doesn't want to hear any more about how a break in the schedule might be good for his 35-year-old body. 'It's actually the opposite for me,' he says. Full Article
y Anthony Davis to help Staples Center employees, local restaurants and hospital workers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 14:45:44 -0400 Lakers star Anthony Davis announces a partnership with world's largest cold food storage company to help Staples Center employees find jobs during the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
y Anthony Davis tries to stay busy — and informed — during NBA shutdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 18:19:23 -0400 Catching up with the Lakers All-Star forward and what it's been like for him during the quarantine and continuing suspension of play. Full Article
y Kobe Bryant towel sells for more than $33,000 at auction By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 11:08:40 -0400 The towel that Lakers legend Kobe Bryant wore over his shoulders after playing in the final game of his NBA career sold for more than $30,000. Full Article
y LeBron James gets his wish with new Michael Jordan documentary series release date By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:05:07 -0400 LeBron James celebrates a report that ESPN will announce an April 19 debut for the 10-part Michael Jordan docuseries "The Last Dance." Full Article
y Lakers clear quarantine; no players have coronavirus symptoms By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 16:47:14 -0400 Having finished home quarantine, the Lakers announced no players have coronavirus symptoms. Full Article
y Lakers legend Kobe Bryant to be inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 4 Apr 2020 12:17:52 -0400 NBA greats Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett are part of the 2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class. Full Article
y Plaschke: Kobe Bryant embraces us again as he heads to basketball's Hall of Fame By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 4 Apr 2020 18:31:34 -0400 The sports world has stopped, but the late Kobe Bryant was with us again as he was chosen for entrance to the Hall of Fame. Full Article
y Lakers to ask top executives to voluntarily defer 20% of salary By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 7 Apr 2020 17:04:02 -0400 The Lakers plan to ask top-level executives to voluntarily defer 20% of their pay as the team navigates its finances during the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
y Rob Pelinka says Lakers passed all tests, hopes for Finals exam By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 8 Apr 2020 15:55:35 -0400 Rob Pelinka, the Lakers' general manager and top basketball executive, discusses the uncertain future of the NBA and potential title chase for the team. Full Article
y Markazi: Ex-Laker Troy Daniels has a new team but missing one vital thing By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 18:45:18 -0400 Former Laker and current Denver Nugget Troy Daniels can't do much basketball-wise right now because he doesn't have a home court. Full Article
y NBA's plans for resuming season, holding the draft and free agency remain uncertain By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 10:00:18 -0400 Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the NBA hasn't decided when it might restart the season, or if the draft and free agency will be held as scheduled. Full Article
y Vanessa Bryant shares Instagram post on Kobe's farewell anniversary By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 20:17:11 -0400 Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram on Monday, the fourth anniversary of Kobe's 60-point farewell game, to share some heart-wrenching thoughts about late husband. Full Article