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On YouTubeLamar Odom News / Hardwood Heroics / February 26
'I Had Some Great Cocaine Summers': Former Lakers Star Opens Up About Loving Drugs and Beating NBA Tests
Ex-Lakers Lamar Odom has never tried to clean up his story for public approval. The 46-year-old two-time NBA champion has long been open about his addiction, from his near-fatal 2015 overdose in Las Vegas to the struggles he faced after retiring.
LeBron James News / HITC / February 26
Why Iman Shumpert thinks LA Lakers star LeBron James is ‘ChatGPT’ of the NBA
Iman Shumpert has offered a unique description of LeBron James, comparing the Los Angeles Lakers star to ChatGPT. The former NBA guard, who spent time alongside James during his career, reflected on what makes the four-time champion different from other superstars.
Luka Doncic News / Total Pro Sports / February 26
NBA Analyst Drops Harsh Truth Bomb on Luka Doncic’s Play Style
Is the Luka Doncic hype starting to fade in the NBA? While the Los Angeles Lakers’ star created a huge buzz when traded from the Dallas Mavericks, his recent form has left fans pretty annoyed.
The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz
How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?
The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance
The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.
Bryce James leaving Arizona for $25 million MrBeast bounty challenge rumor explained
Bryce James is reportedly leaving the University of Arizona to take part in an extreme MrBeast challenge with a $25 million bounty prize on the line. The son of NBA legend LeBron James has been the subject of viral online chatter claiming he will exit college basketball to feature in a high-stakes YouTube video.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 26
Lakers Announce Move For Former Virginia Coach Tony Bennett After Rob Pelinka Update
Rob Pelinka has remained a key figure for the Lakers since the Kobe Bryant era, starting as Bryant's agent and eventually ascending to general manager and vice president of basketball operations.
LeBron James News / BasketballNews.com / February 26
Does LeBron James deserve a statue in Los Angeles?
It is a fair question, and at this point in his career, it is one that deserves a serious conversation. Here are LeBron’s accomplishments with the Los
20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest
Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 26
NBA Insider Makes Strong Case for LeBron James Over Luka Doncic in Lakers’ Biggest Clutch Moments
When talking about the game’s best clutch performers, many pundits often mention the names of Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant. LeBron James’ name is often left behind in this conversation.
LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / February 25
Iman Shumpert calls LeBron James the NBA’s version of ChatGPT
Iman Shumpert might’ve found the cleanest way yet to describe Lakers super-duper star LeBron James. Speaking on the Club Shay Shay podcast, Shumpert said LeBron is essentially “ChatGPT” in human form when it comes to basketball knowledge.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 25
Lakers Appoint Former Virginia Coach Tony Bennett NBA Draft Advisor
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to undergo drastic changes following the Buss family's recent sale of the storied franchise to Mark Walter for a record-setting $10 billion.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 25
Magic's fortunate bounce exposes cracks within Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers were seconds away from holding off an Orlando Magic comeback Tuesday night. Then a loose ball bounced into Wendell Carter's hands and the Lakers' internal drama ramped up again.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 25
JJ Redick: Lakers Are ‘Work In Progress’ After Rough Homestand
Tuesday night’s loss to the Orlando Magic is one that JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers would love to have back. The Lakers were in control for most of the game and had a chance to seal the victory had they been able to execute just a little bit better on both ends down the stretch.
Los Angeles Lakers News / 5 GOATs / February 25
Los Angeles Lakers hire ex-Virginia coach Tony Bennett as NBA Draft advisor
The Los Angeles Lakers are adding a championship pedigree to their front office. On Wednesday, the franchise announced that former Virginia head coach Tony Bennett has been hired as an NBA Draft advisor. He’ll report to the President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka in Los Angeles.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 25
Former UVA Coach Tony Bennett Joins Lakers As Draft Advisor
The Lakers have hired former University of Virginia head coach Tony Bennett, announcing today in a press release that he’ll take on the role of NBA draft advisor for the team.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Lakers' Deandre Ayton Doesn't Hide Disappointment After Second Straight Loss
Deandre Ayton had a great game in the Los Angeles Lakers' final home game in February. The Arizona product finished the 110-109 loss to the Orlando Magic with 21 points and 13 rebounds on an extremely efficient 72.7% field goal percentage.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / February 25
Was Colin Cowherd justified in criticizing Lakers' Luka Doncic?
After the Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics over the weekend, Cowherd did not hold back on sharing his feelings about the team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 24
Lakers Legend Gets Brutally Honest About Team's Title Chances
The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of star power during the 2025-26 season, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic leading the way, and Austin Reaves starting to make a name for himself in the NBA.
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