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On YouTubeNBA News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 1
The Carolina Way: The Quiet Greatness of Dean Smith
Plenty of names come to mind when thinking about the decades of greatness that define UNC basketball. Michael Jordan. James Worthy. Roy Williams. But one name laid the groundwork for them all.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 30
James Worthy on what he loves about Jake LaRavia’s game after Lakers win
Jake LaRavia went off during the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves matchup. The short-handed Los Angeles Lakers took care of business against the Minnesota Timberwolves, propelled by a 28-point double-double by Austin Reaves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 27
James Worthy picks out the real reason Austin Reaves stepped up for the LA Lakers with career-high performance
LA Lakers legend James Worthy has praised the way Austin Reaves delivered in a leadership role for the team. Austin Reaves joined an elite list of LA Lakers to score 50 points or more in a game.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / October 27
James Worthy names key player in LA Lakers’ win and hails Marcus Smart’s performance
Former Lakers forward James Worthy breaks down the LA Lakers’ first win of the new season. After a disappointing start to the 2025-26 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers have finally secured their first win.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27
Even Lakers legend James Worthy is in awe of Austin Reaves’ 51-point night
It’s hard to believe now considering how far he’s come, but Austin Reaves used to be a benchwarmer who got little-to-no minutes for the Los Angeles Lakers.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 25
James Worthy amazed with Marcus Smart performance for LA Lakers, but says another underrated player was ‘key’
NBA Hall of Famer James Worthy analyzes the LA Lakers’ first win of the season. After an underwhelming start to the 2025-26 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers have registered their first win of the campaign.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 22
James Worthy says JJ Redick used Deandre Ayton wrong in LA Lakers loss
The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off the regular season with a tough defeat against the Golden State Warriors. The new-look Los Angeles Lakers were no match for the Golden State Warriors as they were handed a 119-109 defeat during their season opener.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 21
Lakers Legend James Worthy Compares Marcus Smart Deal to Championship Vet Signing From 1999
Every Championship squad needs a battle-tested veteran that will bring an edginess to the court. This same player will always provide energy, on-court leadership, and the gritty nature to help spur their team onto excellence on and off the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 21
James Worthy Explains How Marcus Smart Can Impact Lakers Beyond The Court
Marcus Smart isn’t arriving in Los Angeles as the same player who won Defensive Player of the Year in 2022. Injuries have taken a toll, limiting him to just 54 games over the last two seasons. But Lakers legend James Worthy believes Smart’s value isn’t only about what happens on the floor.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 21
James Worthy Breaks Down Similarities Between Magic Johnson and Luka Doncic
The Los Angeles Lakers have always been defined by their stars, and now Luka Doncic is stepping into that lineage. As he prepares for his first full season in purple and gold, comparisons are inevitable.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 26
James Worthy Comments On Luka Doncic’s Body Transformation
One of the biggest stories of the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason has been the physical transformation of superstar guard Luka Doncic. Doncic has dropped a good amount of weight and looks to be in the best shape of his life as he is set to lead Slovenia into the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 tournament.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 20
Dennis Rodman Names James Worthy As Toughest Player He Had To Guard
While the Boston Celtics will forever be the biggest rival of the Los Angeles Lakers, the franchise also developed a deep rivalry with the Detroit Pistons in the late 1980s.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / August 15
Lakers Legend James Worthy Sends Heartfelt Words To Former NBA Star Magic Johnson
Magic Johnson is seen by many as the best point guard in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers legend turned 66 earlier this week. Via Yahoo Sports (on August
A Legacy of Dominance: North Carolina’s Greatest Big Men
Some legends leave behind banners. Others leave behind numbers. At North Carolina, a rare few do both—and do it with a lasting imprint on the program’s identity.
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
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
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
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.
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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