NBA Draft might just save the Lakers
All is not lost if Dwight Howard leaves Los Angeles this Summer. The 2014 NBA Draft could be the key for the Lakers future.
Editorial
Examining the rebuilding process without Howard
A look at how the Lakers would go about rebuilding should Dwight Howard not re-sign with the team, including trading their current pieces, looking forward to the 2014 draft, and managing the team's payroll in the meantime.
Los Angeles Lakers fans must root for LeBron James
Los Angeles Lakers fans must root for LeBron James if they want to preserve Kobe Bryant's legacy.
Phil Jackson is a distracting bully
Phil Jackson has made his presence felt by the basketball world this Summer. While his opinion is highly-respected, he is quickly becoming a giant distraction for the Lakers while they face many tough decisions.
Can these Lakers replicate the '11 Champion Mavs?
To rebound into a title contender, can the 2013-2014 Lakers follow the blueprint of the 2010-2011 Dallas Mavericks?
Draft Primer: Searching for Contributors
Covering the Lakers' needs going into the draft and some potential contributors that can help address the Lakers' lack of perimeter athleticism and shooting.
Might the myth of the 5th year be reality?
The "allure" of the extra year in free agency is one of the biggest myths in basketball. For Dwight Howard, however, the myth might be real, and that could be the biggest problem of all for the Los Angeles Lakers.
How unlikely is a Dwight Howard/Chris Paul future?
How unlikely is a Dwight Howard/Chris Paul Lakers future? Very unlikely
Nothing wrong with Dwight expressing frustration
Dwight Howard frustrated with Mike D'Antoni? Good for Dwight, he has every reason to let Mitch Kupchak and the Lakers know his stance.
Howard's free agency is a blessing in disguise
Dwight Howard's free agency will hold the NBA hostage through the Summer. Despite the chance that he can leave the Lakers without any return, letting Howard decide what he wants to do is the best thing that can happen for both him and L.A.
What went wrong with the Lakers front office?
What went wrong with the 2012-2013 Los Angeles Lakers ... front office?
What went wrong with the Lakers ... coaches?
What went wrong with the 2012-2013 Los Angeles lakers ... coaches?
Lakers must maintain future cap space
The Lakers face a Summer full of tough decisions, but there is one clear cut approach they must take with their future. They must keep their cap space for the Summer of 2014 intact.
What went wrong with the 2012-2013 Lakers big men?
What went wrong with the 2012-2013 Los Angeles Lakers ... big men?
What went wrong with the 2012-2013 Lakers guards?
What went wrong with the 2012-2013 Los Angeles Lakers ... guards?
Dwight Howard can do whatever he wants
The centerpiece of all future plans for the Los Angeles Lakers can leave the franchise hanging and walk away for nothing. No matter what he does, it will be the best thing that can happen to the franchise.
The 2013 Lakers Summer guide
The Lakers season is over and it's time to look ahead to what should be a very busy Summer for the purple and gold.
How the Lakers are giving away the series
After two double digit losses, you might think the San Antonio Spurs are beating the Los Angeles Lakers in every imaginable way. But the Lakers could make things a lot more interesting with one simple step: Cut out all the turnovers.
Lakers can't escape their own stupidity
The Lakers have dealt with a lot of misfortune this season, but they have also had to deal with the ramifications of their own stupid decisions. Just when it seemed like the stupid was over, Mike D'Antoni and Kobe Bryant gave us a fresh batch.
Back in familiar territory
Since Game 1, the Los Angeles Lakers have been fighting through a wilderness of struggle that none of us are familiar with. 82 games later, we're back where we belong.
Win or Lose - D'Antoni Should Stay
Whether the Lakers win or lose tonight, Mike D'Antoni has earned the right to return for another season.
Expert believes Kobe injury could be career-ending
Dr. Steven Weinfeld took the time to talk to Silver Screen and Roll about the Achilles injury that Kobe Bryant suffered from and offered his expert (and unaffiliated) commentary on the situation. In short, the odds appear to be stacked against Bryant
One step away, the Lakers finally need Dwight
The Lakers are one win away from guaranteeing a chance in the playoffs, and after Dwight Howard's dominant game against the San Antonio Spurs, the Center has little to lose and more to gain now than ever.
Stay for another round, Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant delivered another classic game against the Trail Blazers, once again dipping into the vino bottle. He once again defeated his own mortality as he carried the Lakers to victory.
A Silver Screen and Roll Refresher
The last year or so has seen some amazing growth here at Silver Screen and Roll, and there are a lot of new members reading and commenting on the site. As a result, there have been some instances...
April 17th, orange juice, and hope for the Lakers
The Lakers have five games remaining in their season and are on the outside of the playoffs yet again. They'll make it though, because they're the Los Angeles Lakers. Right?
