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Mario Chalmers Drops Truth Bombs on Heat Big Three Era, Pat Riley, and Holding LeBron James Accountable
Before establishing himself as a fixture in NBA lore, Mario Chalmers earned a reputation for ice-cold clutch play. His legendary game-tying three-pointer
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / July 25
Lakers Legend James Worthy Gets Real On The LeBron James Era In Los Angeles, Is Unsure If He’ll Get Statue
It’s the end of an era in Los Angeles, and Lakers fans are mixed over how to feel about it. As much as the Lakers have leaned into the Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves duo, the franchise (and fanbase) is still in a state of reflection after the departure of their beloved superstar, LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 6
James Worthy Discusses If Showtime Lakers Could Compete In Today’s NBA
When it comes to the great dynasties in NBA history, the Showtime Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s are undoubtedly one of the best of all-time. Led by Magic
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 4
James Worthy Discusses How Lakers Should Build Roster Around Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers had to build a team on the fly last offseason around superstar Luka Doncic. They were not expecting to land the international star in February of 2025, and did not have the assets that summer to build a perfectly-suited team.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / May 16
James Worthy: Lakers to find ‘bruiser’ to play center
The Lakers have questions. Big ones. And according to franchise legend James Worthy, the biggest starts in the middle. “I think they definitely need to make some changes,” Worthy said on The Dan Patrick Show.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 15
James Worthy Names Unexpected Player Lakers Should Target This Summer
The Los Angeles Lakers head into the NBA offseason with many questions to be answered, with the storied franchise expected to make major changes to the roster and the front office.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / May 15
James Worthy gives brutal verdict on whether LA Lakers should keep Deandre Ayton
James Worthy did not sound convinced that Deandre Ayton is the right center for the Los Angeles Lakers moving forward. The Lakers’ playoff exit against the Oklahoma City Thunder exposed several roster questions, but the frontcourt discussion may be the loudest.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 21
James Worthy Believes Luka Doncic Sits Above All Other Lakers Greats In One Aspect
The Los Angeles Lakers are a franchise built on some of the best players to ever step foot on an NBA court. Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, LeBron James, Elgin Baylor, Shaquille O’Neal and many other all-time greats have worn the purple and gold.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / March 20
James Worthy Picks Luka Doncic Over Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant for Lakers on 2 Factors
100 points in 24 hours as Luka Doncic is setting new standards for what it means to represent the Purple and Gold franchise. The effort has not gone unnoticed, as Lakers legend James Worthy is ready to put the Slovenian ahead of former greats like Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 17
'It Took Me 14 Years!': James Worthy Reacts to Luka Doncic Tying His 30-Point Game Mark as a Laker
The Lakers gutted out a tough 100-92 road win in Houston last night to give themselves a bit of cushion for third place in the Western Conference. It was L.A.’s sixth win in a row and ninth in 10 games, and they’re now one game up in the loss column on the Rockets and two up on both the Wolves and Nuggets.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / March 13
James Worthy Praises LeBron James For Embracing Being A Role Player
The Lakers beat the Bulls in a 142-130 shootout last night to win their fourth game in a row and move into sole possession of third place in the crowded Western Conference playoff race.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 24
Watch: James Worthy Rips Effort Vs. Celtics
The Los Angeles Lakers continued to struggle against the NBA’s top teams when they suffered a blowout loss to the Boston Celtics on Sunday. L.A. was outscored 83-61 in the final three quarters to suffer a 22-point defeat to their long-time arch-rivals in a performance where nobody played particularly well.
NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 23
Lakers Legend Rips Team After Blowout Loss to Celtics
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers played host to the arch-rival Boston Celtics in a special game that preceded Pat Riley’s statue unveiling, with the majority of the Showtime Lakers in attendance, including Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and James Worthy.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Lakers legend shreds the team after loss to the Celtics
James Worthy knows what it takes to win titles in the NBA, and he doesn’t see it in the current version of the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers legend, who
North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 14, 2025
Relive Tar Heels' Legend James Worthy's Incredible Moment
Teammates with Michael Jordan , James Worthy is another notable name who played underneath Dean Smith at North Carolina. And he was good in his own right.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 21, 2025
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 / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / May 23, 2025
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.
NBA News / Basketball Network / December 27, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 3, 2022
North Carolina upsets Duke, 81-77, to advance to NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Game
The Tar Heels' Cinderella run in the tournament continues, as they now move on to the NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship Game.
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