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Darvin Ham goes off on the L.A. Lakers for his firing: 'Anywhere else, I'm probably looking at an extension with what I did'

Darvin Ham goes off on the L.A. Lakers for his firing: 'Anywhere else, I'm probably looking at an extension with what I did'

Darvin Ham is full of confidence after the Milwaukee Bucks won the Emirates Cup and are in the middle of their best run in two seasons. Ham kicked it into next gear, discussing his dismissal as the Los Angeles Lakers' head coach.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 13
NBA Scout Fires Bold Claim About Darvin Ham Amid Lakers' Struggles

NBA Scout Fires Bold Claim About Darvin Ham Amid Lakers' Struggles

What's an NBA season without some drama from the Los Angeles Lakers? After a 3-0 start that got everyone overreacting, the Lakers have struggled to find their footing in recent weeks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / December 4
'We need somebody to blame!' JJ Redick getting a pass in awful stretch with Lakers has former star calling for Darvin Ham’s return

'We need somebody to blame!' JJ Redick getting a pass in awful stretch with Lakers has former star calling for Darvin Ham’s return

The Los Angeles Lakers hit a low point in their 2024-25 campaign with a blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring a season-low 80 points to Minnesota’s 109.

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The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz

The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz

The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?

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NBA News / Basketball Network / December 3
'We need somebody to blame' - Gilbert Arenas says the Lakers need Darvin Ham back

'We need somebody to blame' - Gilbert Arenas says the Lakers need Darvin Ham back

The Los Angeles Lakers may have hit a new low in the 2024-25 campaign on Monday, getting blown out by the Minnesota Timberwolves and recording a season-worst 80 points.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 7
Key takeaways from Lakers preseason game against Suns

Key takeaways from Lakers preseason game against Suns

The game marked Lakers fans’ first opportunity to see LeBron James and Anthony Davis alongside the rest of the starting lineup under new head coach JJ Reddick and his revamped offensive system.

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NBA News / FirstSportz / October 1
Lakers' D’Angelo Russell fires shots at JJ Redick’s predecessor 

Lakers' D’Angelo Russell fires shots at JJ Redick’s predecessor 

The upcoming NBA season is right around the corner and the Los Angeles Lakers are approaching the season with high expectations, while returning with much of the same roster from last year.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 23
Former Lakers Forward Waived By Western Conference Rival

Former Lakers Forward Waived By Western Conference Rival

Former Los Angeles Lakers sharpshooting small forward Matt Ryan has been waived by his latest team, the New Orleans Pelicans, sources inform Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 15
Max Christie Believes Roster Consistency Will Help Lakers Compete

Max Christie Believes Roster Consistency Will Help Lakers Compete

The Los Angeles Lakers look extremely similar to the team they had last season. That team finished No. 7 in the Western Conference and lost in five games to the Denver Nuggets in the first round, leading to some criticism about their inactive offseason.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / July 3
Former Lakers Forward Reunites With Darvin Ham in Milwaukee

Former Lakers Forward Reunites With Darvin Ham in Milwaukee

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Taurean Prince has found a new home. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Prince plans on signing a deal with Eastern Conference powerhouses, the Milwaukee Bucks.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / June 10
Dan Hurley Rejects Lakers: Potential Remaining Candidates

Dan Hurley Rejects Lakers: Potential Remaining Candidates

The Los Angeles Lakers have needed to hire a new head coach since firing Darvin Ham after being swept by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs.

NBA News / USC Trojans on SI / June 6

USC Basketball: Eric Musselman Catches Up with a Former LA Head Coach

New USC head coach Eric Musselman is getting acquainted with the city of Los Angeles. In his first two months, Musselman has made himself at home, spotted at Dodgers games, Angels games, Padres games, and Charger practices.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 4
Austin Reaves Shades Darvin Ham: 'We're Heading In The Right Direction With A Coaching Change Coming Up'

Austin Reaves Shades Darvin Ham: 'We're Heading In The Right Direction With A Coaching Change Coming Up'

Austin Reaves seemed to take a sly shot at his former head coach Darvin Ham in a recent interview. Reaves was asked about who would win the NBA championship, and the best teams in the league.

Darvin Ham Turns Down Assistant Coach Role After Lakers Firing

Darvin Ham Turns Down Assistant Coach Role After Lakers Firing

It can’t be easy being the head coach for the Los Angeles Lakers. An immense amount of pressure to win is placed on the franchise’s coach on a daily basis.

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