I'm going to keep this short. Whenever the Lakers play the Celtics, the game matters. I don't care if both teams are near the top of the league, I don't care if the Lakers stink and the Celtics are a title contender. I don't care if it's the opposite. There is … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The Boston Celtics
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Post Game Thoughts: Lakers vs. Rockets
I love this Lakers team. Again without Anthony Davis, and coming off a loss vs. the Magic on Wednesday, the Lakers ventured to Houston for the first game of their Grammy Road trip and beat the Rockets 124-115 on Saturday night. They were powered by LeBron … Read Full Article about Post Game Thoughts: Lakers vs. Rockets
Lakers Game Preview: The Houston Rockets
Apologies for the condensed game preview today. I've unexpectedly needed to travel and time is short. Records: Lakers 33-8, Rockets 26-14Offensive ratings: Lakers 113.1 (4th), Rockets 113.5 (3rd)Defensive ratings: Lakers 104.7 (3rd), Rockets 109.1 … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The Houston Rockets
Post Game Thoughts: Lakers vs. Magic
When I was a kid, I went to the local fair. I can't remember all that I ate that night, but I imagine cotton candy, a corn dog, and some sort of sugary drink were involved. I'm pretty sure I went down one of those big yellow slides on a potato sack, shot some … Read Full Article about Post Game Thoughts: Lakers vs. Magic
Lakers Game Preview: The Orlando Magic
Records: Lakers 32-7, Magic 12-27Offensive ratings: Lakers 113.1 (4th), Magic 105.1 (26th)Defensive ratings: Lakers 104.4 (3rd), Magic 105.1 (5th)Projected Starting Lineups: Lakers: Avery Bradley, Danny Green, LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma, JaVale McGeeMagic: … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The Orlando Magic
Post Game Thoughts: Lakers vs. Cavaliers
The Lakers handled the Cavaliers on Monday night, dismantling them 128-99 to move their winning streak to 9 games and their overall record to 33-7 this season. The Lakers actually lost the first quarter 27-21, but outscored the Cavs 107-72 over the final 3 … Read Full Article about Post Game Thoughts: Lakers vs. Cavaliers
Lakers Game Preview: The Cleveland Cavaliers
Records: Lakers 32-7, Cavaliers 12-27Offensive ratings: Lakers 112.7 (4th), Cavaliers 105.7 (24th)Defensive ratings: Lakers 104.5 (4th), Cavaliers 113.9 (29th)Projected Starting Lineups: Lakers: Avery Bradley, Danny Green, LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma, JaVale … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The Cleveland Cavaliers
Laker Film Room Podcast: Pelinka’s Promotion
In this episode of the Laker Film Room Podcast, Pete and I talk about Rob Pelinka's promotion to VP of Basketball Operations and his contract extension. Then, after riffing on Rob, we welcome Ben Rosales to talk about the South Bay Lakers, particularly rookie … Read Full Article about Laker Film Room Podcast: Pelinka’s Promotion
Lakers Game Preview: The Oklahoma City Thunder
UPDATE: LeBron James will not play this game due to him being sick. LeBron was not feeling well before the Mavs game, but pushed through. That will not be the case tonight. Danny Green will also sit out with a sore hip. And, lastly, Anthony Davis is still out … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The Oklahoma City Thunder
Lakers Game Preview: The Dallas Mavericks Again
Records: Lakers 30-7, Mavericks 10-26Offensive ratings: Lakers 111.9 (4th), Mavericks 115.3 (1st)Defensive ratings: Lakers 104.2 (3rd), Mavericks 108.6 (16th)Projected Starting Lineups: Lakers: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Danny Green, LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma, … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The Dallas Mavericks Again
Laker Film Room Podcast: Building a Championship Culture
In this episode of the Laker Film Room Podcast, Pete and I discuss the resiliency of this Lakers team and how their willingness to play for each other through illness and nagging injuries could pay off in their pursuit of a championship. This was a good … Read Full Article about Laker Film Room Podcast: Building a Championship Culture
Lakers vs. Knicks: Post Game Thoughts
The Lakers extended their winning streak to 6 games on Tuesday, demolishing the woebegone Knicks by 30 points. The 117-87 score is exactly what this game was and offered a 1-game reprieve from the Lakers getting a big lead only to squander it like I do my … Read Full Article about Lakers vs. Knicks: Post Game Thoughts
Lakers Game Preview: The New York Knicks
Records: Lakers 29-7, Knicks 10-26Offensive ratings: Lakers 111.9 (4th), Knicks 104.9 (26th)Defensive ratings: Lakers 104.8 (4th), Knicks 111.9 (23rd-Tied)Projected Starting Lineups: Lakers: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Danny Green, LeBron James, Anthony Davis, … Read Full Article about Lakers Game Preview: The New York Knicks
Laker film Room Podcast: Trade Season
In this episode of the Laker Film Room Podcast, Pete and I talk about the Lakers heading into trade deadline. From what the team's needs are, what trade targets most intrigue us as possible additions to the team, and the Kyle Kuzma rumors, we dive into how … Read Full Article about Laker film Room Podcast: Trade Season
Trade Rumor Season is Upon Us, Kyle Kuzma Edition
The NBA's trade deadline is Thursday, February 6th. That is, at the time of this writing, exactly a month away. On December 15th, the 40% of the league that signed contracts as free agents this past summer became trade eligible under NBA rules. You know what … Read Full Article about Trade Rumor Season is Upon Us, Kyle Kuzma Edition