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2022-23 Sparks Season in Review: the good, the bad and the ugly
After a rollercoaster of a year, let’s assess what went right and wrong for Los Angeles ahead of their pivotal offseason.
How the NBA’s new player participation policy impacts LeBron James, Anthony Davis
The Lakers will be one of the many teams across the league impacted by the new player participation policy but also a number of potential exceptions apply as well.
Jalen Hood-Schifino says he’s made ‘a lot of progress’ on 3-point shot over summer
Lakers first round draft pick Jalen Hood-Schifino has been working on his game this summer — including his 3-point shot, which he feels he’s made ample gains on this offseason.
Why you should (and maybe shouldn’t) be optimistic about Christian Wood
Christian Wood represents the ultimate buy-low candidate for the Lakers, and the type of player who fuels optimism about what he can be. But the realities of being a buy-low player can also undercut that optimism.
NBA reportedly cracking down on load management with massive fines in 2023-24 season
The NBA is set to reportedly announce new rules for the 2023-24 season that will heavily punish teams for load managing star players.
LeBron James is going full Avengers mode for ‘last dance’ with Team USA
Ahead of the 2024 Olympics, LeBron James is not just reportedly committing to Team USA but looking to recruit top stars to join him.
Winning Time: How did the Lakers react to losing 1983 NBA Finals?
Despite three Finals appearances in four years, the Lakers has plenty of changes to make after losing to the Sixers in the 1983 NBA Finals.
Austin Reaves says Christian Wood signing brings ‘more versatility’ to Lakers
The Lakers’ signing of Christian Wood has Austin Reaves excited about the possibilities and options for the team next season.
USA vs. Canada FIBA Preview and Game Thread: The battle for bronze
For both USA basketball and Canada, Sunday is not just going to be a battle for the bronze medal, but also for pride — and to avoid the embarrassment of not placing in this year’s World Cup.
3 reasons Christian Wood moves the needle for the Lakers
Despite the relative lack of hype for the eighth-year journeyman, signing Christian Wood is a big deal for the Lakers.
Film Study: Christian Wood’s strengths, weaknesses and questions marks
Let’s take a closer look at the film to see how Christian Wood fits in with this Lakers squad.
Why Anthony Davis’ desire to play less center continues to be a matter of semantics
With reports suggesting Anthony Davis and the Lakers plan to reduce his time at the five-spot this upcoming season, the practically of this, and the surrounding discourse, rests on what being a "center" actually means.
Lakers sign four players to Exhibit 10 contracts
Scotty Pippen Jr. will return to the Lakers for training camp alongside three other new players.
Anthony Davis ‘made it clear’ he wants to play less center during regular season
According to a recent report, Anthony Davis’ desire to play fewer minutes at center was part of the team’s motivation to sign Christian Wood.
USA vs. Germany FIBA Preview and Game Thread: It’s Austin Reaves against Dennis Schröder
With a finals berth at stake, this battle means plenty for everyone involved — but most especially for Austin Reaves and Dennis Schöder, who both have been waiting for this moment
How Christian Wood could fit on the Lakers
Now that Christian Wood is officially a Laker, how will he fit with this roster?
Christian Wood says plan is for him to play ‘a big role’ with Lakers
Darvin Ham coached Christian Wood with the Milwaukee Bucks, and helped recruit him to the Lakers by telling him he’d be a significant contributor.
Report: 'Early expectation' is that Christian Wood will come off bench
Christian Wood can (in theory) fit alongside Anthony Davis, but it sounds like the Lakers will initially stick with Davis as the lone traditional big in their starting lineup.
Christian Wood (finally) signs with Lakers
After months of "will they, won't they" back and forth, the Lakers have added Christian Wood to fill their 14th roster spot ahead of training camp.
USA beats Italy to advance to World Cup semifinals
Austin Reaves and Team USA cruised to victory against Italy.
USA vs. Italy FIBA Preview and Game Thread: It’s do or die from here on
The United States received their wake-up call, but will they be able to answer it?
Winning Time: Was Pat Riley really an instant success with the Lakers?
After one of the wildest days in Lakers history, Pat Riley took over the Lakers and was almost immediately an instant success.
Team USA loses to Lithuania, drops first game in FIBA World Cup action
Lithuania kept Austin Reaves on the bench, and was in firm control all game as they handed Team USA their first World Cup loss.