If LeBron James was the dominant headline for the Los Angeles Lakers this summer, the who’s and why’s of his supporting cast are at least at a B-story. That’s true for those coming off the pine just as much as the starters. Here’s where the spit-balling … Read Full Article about Spit-Balling the Los Angeles Lakers’ Bench Mob
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Laker Film Room Podcast: Great Expectations
In this episode of the Laker Film Room Podcast, Pete and I discuss our expectations for the 2018-19 Lakers. The convo starts with Pete talking about the shift in reality this team will face after adding LeBron; how his addition alone changes the perception … Read Full Article about Laker Film Room Podcast: Great Expectations
The Lakers Have More Shooting Than You Think
Beyond the observation that they have signed some knuckleheads (or, put more kindly, out-sized personalities), the one critique that has been most damning this offseason focuses on the Lakers shooting deficiency. "The Lakers don't have any shooters" is an … Read Full Article about The Lakers Have More Shooting Than You Think
2018-19 Lakers Schedule Games to Watch
Watch all of them, the Lakers have LeBron James now. … Read Full Article about 2018-19 Lakers Schedule Games to Watch
Lonzo Ball: Something Different this Way Comes
He is not yet 21 and his sophomore season in the NBA is still months away. The fanfare of being a No. 2 overall pick along with inherent expectations have faded to some extent. And while Lonzo Ball is not exactly the forgotten man, the arrival of a mythical … Read Full Article about Lonzo Ball: Something Different this Way Comes
No Laker May Be Asked to Change More than LeBron James
We often, and rightfully, look at superstar players as the center of whatever solar system they inhabit. When that superstar is LeBron James, you can remove the "often" and just lay it out as this is how it goes. When LeBron was on the Cavs, he was the … Read Full Article about No Laker May Be Asked to Change More than LeBron James
On LeBron James, Luke Walton, and Burden Sharing
After the Lakers signed LeBron James, it did not take long for folks to start to question every other aspect of the Lakers organization. This is the gift and the curse of The King. When you have a generational talent on your roster, you reap the benefits of … Read Full Article about On LeBron James, Luke Walton, and Burden Sharing
LeBron James’ Lakers Challenge is Different
It might seem counterintuitive, but I firmly believe that only those who have actually done something truly know how hard it is to do that thing. Yes, failing at something gives you experience in how hard something is by not accomplishing it, but that gets you … Read Full Article about LeBron James’ Lakers Challenge is Different
Watch: LeBron James First Interview Since Joining Lakers
Not sure if you heard, but LeBron James is now a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. In his first sit-down interview since joining the team and under the backdrop of opening his I Promise School for at risk youth in his hometown of Akron, Ohio, LeBron spoke … Read Full Article about Watch: LeBron James First Interview Since Joining Lakers
The Summer of the Lakers’ Mad Genius
The front office of the Los Angeles Lakers did exactly one thing this summer that played to conventional wisdom—they signed LeBron James. After that, the wheels of the free-agency bus seemed to go bumpity-bump, all through the league. But what if all this … Read Full Article about The Summer of the Lakers’ Mad Genius
Laker Film Room Podcast: The Dust Settles
With the signing of Michael Beasley to a 1-year deal and Travis Wear to a 2-way contract, the Lakers roster is to its capacity. So, what better time than now to take a step back and look at the full roster that the front office has built. With that, in this … Read Full Article about Laker Film Room Podcast: The Dust Settles
Lakers Sign Travis Wear to 2-Way Contract
The Lakers have added another player in free agency and, like some of the prior ones, it should be a name you recognize. Though for slightly different reasons: https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1021787464581701633 That's right, after inking a couple of … Read Full Article about Lakers Sign Travis Wear to 2-Way Contract
Lakers Sign Berry, Williams, and Carroll to Contracts
In case you missed it in the wake of the team signing Michael Beasley -- and no one would blame you if you did -- the Lakers agreed to contracts with three players in the last several days. All three played on the championship runner up summer squad -- Joel … Read Full Article about Lakers Sign Berry, Williams, and Carroll to Contracts
Report: Lakers to Sign Michael Beasley in Free Agency
You thought the Lakers were done chasing free agents? You thought reports of Carmelo Anthony having heart eyes for Houston was going to stop the Lakers from still making their own splash? You thought this current Lakers roster with LeBron(!!!), Rondo, Lance … Read Full Article about Report: Lakers to Sign Michael Beasley in Free Agency
Laker Film Room Podcast: Summer League Recap (and that LeBron guy)
In the latest episode of the Laker Film Room Podcast, Pete and I discuss the Lakers summer league run which ended with a loss in the championship game on Tuesday night. First, we talk about how this team competed during summer league and how it's reflective … Read Full Article about Laker Film Room Podcast: Summer League Recap (and that LeBron guy)