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Lakers Shootaround Report: Game 3
The Los Angeles Lakers were not optimistic about Steve Nash playing on Friday night, so Andrew Goudelock and Darius Morris are expected to start against the Spurs in Game 3 at Staples Center. Read »
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 »
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 »
Nash, Blake, Meeks Latest Lame Lakers
Steve Nash and Steve Blake are questionable due to hamstring injuries suffered in the Lakers' Game 2 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, and Jodie Meeks was scheduled for an MRI on Thursday for a sprained ankle. Read »
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 »
Lakers Practice Report: Nash & Meeks
Steve Nash and the Los Angeles Lakers practiced on Tuesday in San Antonio, but Jodie Meeks was unable to go due to a sprained ankle. He expects to be ready for Game Two against the Spurs. 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 »
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 Practice - Miracle Of World Peace
Metta World Peace practiced on Monday and said he was ready to go less than two weeks following knee surgery, but Steve Nash was still doubtful for Tuesday's Lakers game against the New Orleans Hornets. Read »
Lakers Practice Report - Nash Doubtful Vs. Clippers
The Los Angeles Lakers held practice on Saturday to prepare for the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday, and Steve Nash did not participate and was listed as doubtful due to a hamstring injury. Read »
Kobe Bryant's Lakers Host Dirk Nowitzki's Mavericks
In an immensely important game, the Los Angeles Lakers host to Dallas Mavericks with only eight games remaining in the Lakers' season and LA currently out of the Western Conference playoffs. Read »
Lakers Practice Report: Nash Doubtful, Kobe Good
The Los Angeles Lakers practiced on Monday, but Steve Nash was considered a game-time decision for Tuesday's game against Dallas, while Kobe Bryant was "good to go" in the world of Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni. Read »
Pau Gasol Discusses Role Change With Nash Out
At Los Angeles Lakers practice on April 1, 2013, Pau Gasol talked about the adjustment he's made to focus more on passing with Steve Nash out injured. Watch »
Steve Nash Didn't Practice, Kobe Bryant Ready
At April 1, 2013 practice, Lakers coach Mike D'Antoni said Steve Nash was not ruled out, but he was not likely to play on Tuesday against the Dallas Mavericks; however Kobe Bryant was good to go. Watch »
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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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Authors
Trevor O'Brien
Trevor O'Brien has been covering the Dodgers regularly for Triple Threat and NBCLA since May 2013. Trevor graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and media studies. He also writes about film, television, and the changing digital landscape. Trevor grew up and currently lives in the Santa Clarita Valley.
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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In 2012, the Kings won their first-ever Stanley Cup and became the first 8th seed team in the NHL to win it.
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