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Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 12:26 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Update From Lakers Land

Update From Lakers Land

Dwight Howard does not need surgery on his shoulder, Kobe Bryant is upset with his mother, and Mike D'Antoni cuts down his coaching staff in the week following Lakers exit interviews. Read »

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013 at 8:30 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Kobe Bryant on Bond With Dwight Howard

Kobe Bryant on Bond With Dwight Howard

Kobe Bryant and Dwight Howard appeared at the Lakers facility Tuesday, and Bryant talked about the effect of having Howard visit him at his residence and offer support following his torn Achilles. Read »

Tuesday, Apr 30, 2013 at 7:52 AM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers Talk About Jason Collins

Lakers Talk About Jason Collins

The Lakers started exit interviews on Tuesday, and Jason Collins coming out and announcing that he is gay was well received by Metta World Peace, Steve Nash, and the host of Lakers asked about it on Monday. Read »

Sunday, Apr 28, 2013 at 8:37 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers End Season, Start Uncertainty

Lakers End Season, Start Uncertainty

Pau Gasol and Dwight Howard appeared to be the the only two Lakers standing entering the final game, but the way each exited Sunday's game was night and day. Read »

Friday, Apr 26, 2013 at 10:47 AM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers-Spurs: Game 3 Preview

Lakers-Spurs: Game 3 Preview

The Lakers may be shorthanded in the back court, but to this point, the Lakers' inability to dominate inside against the Spurs has been the main reason for being down 2-0. For Game 3, the Lakers need more... Read »

Thursday, Apr 25, 2013 at 4:16 PM
Lakers-Spurs: Nash Talks Age, Injuries

Lakers-Spurs: Nash Talks Age, Injuries

The Los Angeles Lakers talk about playing against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of their first round playoffs series, and with Steve Nash doubtful, Dwight Howard has offered to play some point... Watch »

Thursday, Apr 25, 2013 at 4:11 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed
      

Lakers Practice: Nash Doubtful, Blake Out

Steve Nash was listed as doubtful, Jodie Meeks was even more doubtful, and Steve Blake was out indefinitely as the Lakers injury troubles continued into Game 3 against the Spurs. Read »

Wednesday, Apr 24, 2013 at 2:23 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers-Spurs Game 2: Jordan Hill Returns

Lakers-Spurs Game 2: Jordan Hill Returns

Jordan Hill is active and available to play for the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of Round 1 of the Western Conference Playoffs. Read »

Wednesday, Apr 24, 2013 at 10:23 AM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers Can Bounce Back On Boards

Lakers Can Bounce Back On Boards

The two most notable reasons for the Lakers loss to the Spurs in Game One were offensive rebounds and missed 3-pointers, not turnovers. Read »

Tuesday, Apr 23, 2013 at 4:34 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

What Brown's New Job Means For D'Antoni

What Brown's New Job Means For D'Antoni

Fired Lakers coach Mike Brown appears ready to return to Cleveland to coach the Cavaliers, so what does that mean for Lakers' current coach Mike D'Antoni and former coach Phil Jackson? Read »

Saturday, Apr 20, 2013 at 11:18 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers: Nash Ready For Spurs

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 »

Saturday, Apr 20, 2013 at 5:24 PM
Playoffs: Lakers Vs. Spurs Game 1

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 »

Friday, Apr 19, 2013 at 6:21 PM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Practice Report: Steve Nash Returns

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 »

Thursday, Apr 18, 2013 at 11:13 AM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Dwight Howard Leads Lakers To Defense

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 »

Thursday, Apr 18, 2013 at 5:06 AM
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By Shahan Ahmed

Lakers Top Rockets To Book Spurs Date

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 »

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Roggin's Rants
[LA] Roggin: Will Pau Gasol's Return To Lakers Disrupt Chemistry?

[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

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

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

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

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:

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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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.
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