Halfway (well, 65.8%, but who’s counting) through its annual marathon, the NBA bestows upon its rank-and-file (players, coaches, hell, fans) a much-needed four-day respite from the mental and physical grind of 82 in ~175. In 2013, nowhere is this midseason oasis more welcome than in Lakerland, where, in depressingly short order, euphoria and stratospheric expectations […]
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Thoughts On Kuester’s Arrival, Shannon’s Potential Departure
If you read our links this morning, you’d know that yesterday there was actual happenings with the Lakers outside of the lockout. Announcements were made that the long anticipated hire of John Kuester as lead assistant to Mike Brown is finally done and that Shannon Brown exercised his right to not pick up his player […]
Saturday Special: Let Shannon Shoot
Early on this season I don’t think there’s been a bigger (and welcomed) surprise than the improved play of Shannon Brown. The man who’s been best known for his high flying exploits has returned this season with a more well rounded game that’s been a major factor in the Lakers’ improved bench play this year. […]
Lakers and the Numbers Game, Part II
[picappgallerysingle id=”7540789″] Part deuce of our look at key stats for the upcoming season focuses on the bench corps. In case you missed it, check out our post on the starters too. Lamar Odom: O/U 30 games as a starter Fisher and Bryant are used to receiving props for their durability, but Odom proved that […]
More Mailbag!
It’s time for another installment of the FB&G mailbag. If you’d like to submit a question, click here and fire away. Thanks again to everyone that has sent in questions. Here we go… When Phil Jackson retires, does that mean the end of the Lakers’ championship window? After all, the all-powerful team has been struck […]
2009-10 Player Review: Shannon Brown
[picappgallerysingle id=”8856833″] The Lakers own human high-fly act Shannon Brown is next in line as FB&G continues its player reviews from the past season. Be sure to check out Phillip’s post to watch Brown’s complete exit interview. SEASON IN REVIEW: “This time was the first time I went into training camp and really knew what […]
Welcome Back Shannon Brown (And Other Random Thoughts)
*It’s being reported that Shannon Brown will return to the Lakers after exploring his other options in free agency. The deal is reportedly a 2 year contract worth 4.6 million dollars that will pay him 2.2 million in year one with a player option at 2.4 million in year two. And really, I’m quite happy about […]
Lakers Off-Season Nearly Complete
The calendar has turned to August and news surrounding the Lakers roster is starting to dry up. However, there’s still some news to report and we’re here to give you the most updated information we can… *For those concerned about the hold up in Phil actually signing his new contract to coach the Lakers, fret […]
Fast Break Thoughts…A Week Of Waiting
[picappgallerysingle id=”7001947″] Welcome to the longest week of our lives, Lakers fans… *Phil Jackson is set to make a decision on his coaching future at the end of this week and honestly the waiting is going to kill me. In the same way that Cavs fans are wondering if Lebron is going to stay or […]
ShanWOW! You’ll Be Saying Wow Every Time.
Six straight comfortable wins. The Lakers have given away so many coupons for free greasy tacos lately that cardiac surgeons in the area are readying themselves for the extra business coming their way. We could talk about Jordan Farmar’s great play of late, or the real reason Kobe hasn’t resigned with the Lakers yet (a […]