Covering the Lakers’ Big Three of Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard and Steve Nash
Kobe Bryant: No More Mamba Tweets
Kobe Bryant says he's putting away his phone and giving up on Twitter during Game 2 of the Lakers and San Antonio Spurs playoffs series. Read »
Spurs Win But Lakers Control Pace
Despite a crushing loss in Game One against the San Antonio Spurs, the Los Angeles Lakers had plenty to be optimistic about entering Game Two. Read »
Lakers: Nash Ready For Spurs
Steve Nash was the big news of the day, as the Los Angeles Lakers had practice on Saturday before flying out to San Antonio for Game 1 against the San Antonio Spurs. Read »
Playoffs: Lakers Vs. Spurs Game 1
Dwight Howard, Pau Gasol, and the Los Angeles Lakers talked about needing to win Game One in San Antonio against the Spurs in the first round of the Playoffs. Watch »
Practice Report: Steve Nash Returns
The Los Angeles Lakers held their first postseason practice on Friday in El Segundo, and Steve Nash was an unexpected surprise for the Lake Show. Read »
Lakers-Spurs: Tickets, TV Schedule
The #7 Los Angeles Lakers take on the #2 San Antonio Spurs in round one of the Western Conference playoffs, so we have ticket info and tv schedules for all games. Read »
Dwight Howard Leads Lakers To Defense
Dwight Howard has filled the void left by Kobe Bryant as leader of the Los Angeles Lakers, and he's transformed this team into a grind-it-out defensive powerhouse overnight. Read »
Lakers Top Rockets To Book Spurs Date
Pau Gasol and Dwight Howard combined for 38 rebounds against the Houston Rockets, and the Los Angeles Lakers clinched the seventh seed and a first round playoffs series against the San Antonio Spurs. Read »
Lakers Shootaround Report - Houston Rockets
On April 17, the Los Angeles Lakers convened for their final shootaround of the regular season, and Dwight Howard provided some comedy ahead of the Houston Rockets coming to town. Read »
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Lakers Believe Howard and Gasol Ready
Even with Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash missing, the Los Angeles Lakers feel good about their playoffs chances considering the recent play of Dwight Howard and Pau Gasol. Read »
Lakers Vs. Rockets Triple Threat Report
Pau Gasol and Dwight Howard talk about life without Kobe Bryant and the game against the Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers practice on Apr 16, 2013. Watch »
Dwight Howard Shares JT Man-Crush
Dwight Howard of the Los Angeles Lakers is a massive Justin Timberlake fan, wants a role in "Finding Dory," and cried during "The Notebook." Read »
Lakers Start Playoffs Against Spurs?
After a couple interesting results on Monday night, the Los Angeles Lakers have the potential to climb into the seventh seed and face the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the playoffs with a win on... Read »
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Lakers Down Spurs, Howard Leads Team
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night at Staples Center, and Dwight Howard assumed leadership over the team with Kobe Bryanr being lost for the season due to a ruptured Achilles Read »
Dwight Howard Shines Without Bryant
Dwight Howard talked about life without Kobe Bryant, the improved defense, and the Lakers' playoffs hopes after the Los Angeles Lakers beat the San Antonio Spurs on April 14, 2013 at Staples Center. Watch »
About the Blog
Follow the Lakers' 2012-13 season as Dwight Howard and Steve Nash join Kobe Bryant in pursuit of the team's 17th NBA title. Visit Triple Threat for updates, game recaps, video and galleries.
Roggin's Rants
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[LA] Roggin: Will Pau Gasol's Return To Lakers Disrupt Chemistry?
Friday's game against the Washington Wizards is going to be a big test for Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni. The Lakers have been playing well without previously injured Pau Gasol, so D'Antoni will have...
Lakers Raptors Vital For Playoffs
Toronto is coming to Los Angeles Friday, and with the Lakers chasing Houston and Utah, a win on Friday is vital to stay in the running to secure a spot in the playoffs. Fred Roggin has the details...
Lakers' Loss to Denver Nuggets Not Surprising
The Lakers were basically run off the court in Denver Monday night, inspiring critics to blame the team’s age for its miserable performance. But that isn't news to anyone who's been paying attention.
Lakers vs. Miami May Forecast Playoff Chances
If the Lakers beat Miami on Thursday, the playoffs could be realistic. But if they lose that game, it may be time to start thinking about next year.
Roggin's Rants: The More Lakers Win, The More They Lose
The team can't catch a break. They're playing very well on the road, but Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard and Pau Gasol are all injured, Gasol more seriously than the others. It's going to take a miracle to...
Roggin’s Rants: "Miserable" Dwight Howard Isn't Fitting In
The Lakers are going to have to make some serious decisions before the All-Star break. Is there a possibility they’ll try to move Dwight Howard?
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Kobe Bryant Can't Win (in the Eyes of Some Fans)
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Celebs at Lakers Games
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Kobe Bryant on the Court
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Lakers Fall to Spurs, But Show Signs of Improvement
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D'Antoni Talks About Expectations With Lakers and "Showtime"
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Immortalized With Staples Center Statue
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Steve Nash on the Court
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: On and Off the Court
Authors
Shahan Ahmed
Shahan Ahmed regularly attends Los Angeles Lakers' practices, home games, and press conferences. Since becoming a writer in 2009, Shahan has published sports articles and blog posts for various international and domestic news outlets. He currently resides in Santa Monica.
Who We're Covering
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Dwight Howard
Three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Joins the Lakers after eight seasons with Orlando.
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