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On this date: Rookie Magic Johnson carries Lakers to NBA title

In Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, rookie Earvin Johnson had a performance that was, well, magical.

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Lakers have been talking to coaching candidates about Westbrook

One question the Lakers have asked prospective coaches implies they may not be moving Russell Westbrook.

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Kristian Winfield: Luka Doncic is undeniable. Chris Paul ... not so much

I remember when it happened. March 2, when the Dallas Mavericks played the Los Angeles Lakers. That’s when I realized Luka Doncic was a top-5 player.

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Lakers’ coaching candidates asked how they would use Russell Westbrook

The notion of Russell Westbrook remaining part of their program is seeming more real all the time. Despite the widely held belief that the Lakers would find a way to trade Westbrook before the start of next season, sources say their coaching ...

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Lakers guard Austin Reaves talks about hitting rookie wall

Undrafted rookie Austin Reaves gained lots of respect from Lakers fans this season, but it didn't make him immune from the rookie wall.

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2022 NBA Draft Lottery: Previewing What's at Stake for Each Team

Here’s what you should know about each team heading into lottery night.

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Lakers owner Jeanie Buss still relies on Magic Johnson for advice

Magic Johnson is one of several people within the Lakers' family owner Jeanie Buss has admitted to consulting.

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On this date: Showtime Lakers sweep their way to the NBA Finals

The 1982 Lakers reached the NBA Finals unscathed after sweeping George Gervin and the Spurs thanks to some strong individual performances.

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On this date: Lakers mount massive comeback to sweep Seattle

In Game 4 of the 1989 West semis, the Showtime Lakers came back from a huge deficit to sweep the stunned Seattle SuperSonics.

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On this date: Kareem scores 40 on sprained ankle in NBA Finals

In Game 5 of the 1980 NBA Finals, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar led the Lakers to victory with a truly dominant performance despite an injured ankle.

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Brian Windhorst: ‘LeBron James and Jeanie Buss are in a good place right now’

The Lakers just had one of the worst seasons in the history of the franchise. It was so disappointing that that the future of LeBron James in Los Angeles has been questioned. At least for now it seems that the four-time NBA champion views the team ...

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On this date: Derek Fisher makes the shot of a lifetime against Spurs

In Game 5 of the 2004 Western Conference semifinals, Lakers guard Derek Fisher stunned the Spurs with an unbelievable game-winning shot.

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Lakers will be interested in Doc Rivers if 76ers let go of him

If the Philadelphia 76ers fire head coach Doc Rivers, the Lakers will consider him a candidate for their coaching job.

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Former Lakers coach Frank Vogel is a candidate for Hornets coaching job

Frank Vogel, who was fired by the Lakers last month in controversial fashion, has a shot at coaching in the NBA next year.

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Former Lakers head coach is considered ‘leader’ for Hornets job

One of the Lakers' old head coaches may be on the verge of getting the Charlotte Hornets' vacant job.

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Stefan Bondy: The NBA’s superstar team-building model is falling apart

NEW YORK — The template had been established, and proven worthy of application in the NBA, for as long as we can remember. Acquire as many superstars as possible and the rest will fall into place. Coaching and filling out the roster are tertiary.

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LeBron James was world’s highest-paid athlete over the past year

LeBron James is not only considered arguably the best player in basketball, but he has also become a titan in the business world.

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Report: Former Lakers coach Frank Vogel interviewed for Hornets’ job

The Hornets have added a championship coach to their interview list.

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On this date: Kobe Bryant erupts to lead Lakers to sweep of Kings

On this date in 2001, Kobe Bryant had one of his more underrated games to help put away the pesky Sacramento Kings.

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Darvin Ham, Terry Stotts could be favored to land Lakers coaching job

There may be two leading candidates for the Lakers' head coaching job right now.

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On this date: Kobe Bryant makes game-winner versus Spurs

In Game 4 of the 2002 West semis, Kobe Bryant cut the hearts out of the Spurs' chests with a clutch performance in a come-from-behind win.

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Lakers ask for permission to interview Bucks assistant Charles Lee

The Lakers continue to expand their list of head-coaching candidates.

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Lakers are hoping for big event when LeBron James surpasses Kareem

The Lakers front office is hoping that if LeBron James becomes the NBA's all-time leading scorer in 2023, it will turn into a big bash.

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Bill Simmons suggests that the Lakers should go after Thunder GM Sam Presti

Bill Simmons believes Sam Presti could fix the Lakers

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On this date: Shaquille O’Neal leads Lakers to upset over Seattle

In the 1998 Western Conference semis, Shaquille O'Neal feasted on the Seattle SuperSonics and led the Lakers to a surprising series win.

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