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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 3
LA Lakers have ‘alien’ player who ‘continues to amaze me’, says James Worthy
The LA Lakers are blessed with a talented roster, but one player stands out above the rest to James Worthy. The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot going on right now.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 2
James Worthy reacts to LA Lakers move for Jake LaRavia, picks out ‘magnet’ he will thrive alongside
LA Lakers legend James Worthy has shared his views on the newest recruit of the team Jake LaRavia, who he believes will benefit from playing with a key player on the Purple and Gold.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 2
‘The Lakers might be good for him’… James Worthy urges Rob Pelinka to secure signing of free agent
The Los Angeles Lakers are yet to fill their void at the center position ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. So far, the Los Angeles Lakers are among the top losers in the NBA Free Agency.
The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21
Ranking post-merger NBA Game 7s from worst to best
The most recent NBA Finals Game 7 is the gold standard.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 24
James Worthy Reveals What Went Wrong For The Lakers In Their First Season With Luka Doncic
In the aftermath of another underwhelming season for the Los Angeles Lakers, former NBA champion James Worthy gave his take on where it all went wrong.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 23
Lakers Legend James Worthy Pinpoints When Season Slipped Away
The Los Angeles Lakers did not have the finish to the season that they were hoping for. They were expecting to contend for an NBA championship, especially after trading for Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 22
James Worthy Knew Lakers Weren’t Going Far After Rescinding Mark Williams Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers completed one of the most shocking trades in NBA history when they landed Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a first-round pick.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 21
James Worthy addresses LA Lakers’ Luka Doncic problem that held them back in 2024-25 playoff run
James Worthy ties a Luka Doncic problem to the rescinded trade made by the Los Angeles Lakers. The 2024-25 NBA season will forever be remembered by the Los Angeles Lakers as they traded for Luka Doncic in a shocking move with the Dallas Mavericks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / May 20
Three-Time NBA Champion Says LeBron James Not Yet In Lakers Statue Territory
Three-time NBA champion Byron Scott has a soft spot for his era. Scott won titles with the Los Angeles Lakers during the Showtime Era in the 1980s alongside Magic Johnson, James Worthy and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
James Worthy gives verdict on Austin Reaves after LA Lakers ‘third wheel’ falls apart, ‘You can’t…’
Austin Reaves admitted to struggles in the series with the Minnesota Timberwolves taking them apart. With Luka Doncic and LeBron James sustaining knocks in the team’s Game 5 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves, there was added pressure on Austin Reaves to deliver.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / April 28
James Worthy says LA Lakers loss featured what he had ‘never seen’, it wasn’t the no-change rotation
The LA Lakers’ season is hanging on a knife-edge after falling 3-1 down in the playoffs. A resilient Minnesota Timberwolves team fought back to win a critical Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers 116-113.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 18
Would Michael Jordan have set the NIL market in 1984?
Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time to many and followed what would become a ‘normal’ path through college basketball. Growing up a young kid in Wilmington, North Carolina, Jordan was able to fulfill a childhood dream of playing for the Tar Heels.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 6
This Day In Lakers History: James Worthy Notches Final 30-Point Game Of Career
Big Game James Worthy is one of the greatest players to ever be part of the Los Angeles Lakers organization. He helped the team win three rings in the 1980s as a vital part of the Showtime era, even taking home NBA Finals MVP in 1988 after dropping a triple-double in Game 7 of the series.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / March 30
‘He’s an incredible player…’ James Worthy praises LA Lakers star for performance against Grizzlies
Former NBA player James Worthy has heaped praise on an LA Lakers player for his brilliant performance in the team’s 134-127 win against the Grizzlies. In what was a must win game for the Purple and Gold, the trio of LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves led the way scoring 85 points for the team.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / March 23
James Worthy praises Chicago Bulls star who destroyed the LA Lakers, ‘he’s really improved…’
James Worthy heaped praise on Chicago Bulls guard for his performance in the team’s 146-115 win against the LA Lakers. With LeBron James and Rui Hachimura back, the Purple and Gold had their complete line-up, but the Bulls were too good to be stopped on the night.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / March 20
Lakers Legend James Worthy Compares Austin Reaves to Iconic Hall of Famer
The Los Angeles Lakers made light work of the undermanned Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, beating them 120-108 at Crypto.com Arena. It was the third win in a row for the Lakers and Austin Reaves impressed in this one, just as he had on the last two occasions.
NBA News / Basketball Network / December 27
James Worthy on why he always wanted to have a cemetery business: 'That's something I could really enjoy'
Many NBA players transition to the media space and become TV broadcasters or sports analysts after retirement. Others return to their former teams and work in the front office or the coaching staff.
NBA News / Basketball Network / November 28
James Worthy made his case for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the GOAT: 'How you gonna say, 'It's Michael.' Because you were born in 1995?'
Many fans often crown Michael Jordan as the GOAT without hesitation, citing his unprecedented dominance during the 1990s when he led the Chicago Bulls
NBA News / Basketball Network / November 26
James Worthy on receiving the 'Big Game' nickname from Chick Hearn: 'I was scared as hell to get that name'
James Worthy got one of the coolest nicknames in basketball. He was anointed as “Big Game” by the legendary sports commentator Chick Hearn after proving time and again that he didn’t shy away from pressure-packed games and moments.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / November 25
James Worthy Says He Was Better Than Michael Jordan For Three Weeks At UNC
James Worthy recently reflected on his time at the University of North Carolina with Michael Jordan during an appearance on the Byron Scott podcast. Worthy, a senior and one of college basketball’s biggest stars at the time, shared a humorous anecdote about briefly being better than Jordan when the young freshman arrived at UNC.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 7
Lakers legend James Worthy reacts to Clippers returning to Inglewood
The Los Angeles Clippers opened up their all new Intuit Dome last month, but won’t host their first basketball game until the preseason in October. The state-of-the-art stadium is supposed to be a haven for basketball fans and specifically Clippers fans, which Los Angeles Lakers legend James Worthy is happy to see.
Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / April 21, 2024
Lakers legend on Nikola Jokic: 'Combination of Magic and Kareem'
What happens if you combine the skillsets of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson? You get Nikola Jokic, the reigning NBA Finals MVP and consensus best player in the world.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 11, 2024
Lakers legend praises Anthony Davis for his record-breaking night
Anthony Davis earned praise from a franchise legend after his incredible performance against the Timberwolves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 10, 2023
This Day In Lakers History: James Worthy’s No. 42 Jersey Retired
On Dec. 10, 1995, the Los Angeles Lakers retired James Worthy’s No. 42 jersey during a halftime ceremony at the Great Western Forum. The Lakers trailed the Detroit Pistons at the time, but came from behind for an 87-82 victory.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 30, 2020
Former NBA stars to be virtual fans for Game 1 between Lakers, Heat
The NBA is pulling out all the stops for the NBA Finals matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat at Walt Disney World. While they updated
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