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Video: Metta World Peace Defends Questionable Inbounds Pass

Video: Metta World Peace Defends Questionable Inbounds Pass

April 10, 2012 – Griffin Gotta Last night the Los Angeles Lakers were holding on to a two-point lead over the New Orleans Hornets, who had given them a fight all night. With only 1.2 seconds left, though, and the ball ready to be inbounded on their end, the Lakers had this one pretty much [...]

April 10, 2012 admin Blogs, Griffin Gotta 0

Knicks: The Carmelo Anthony Effect

Knicks: The Carmelo Anthony Effect

April 9, 2012 – Dan Favale For more than a decade, the Knicks have been void of a presence like the one Carmelo Anthony provided Sunday afternoon. It was a presence that has been so desperately craved since the arrivals of both Amar’e Stoudemire and Anthony, and it’s a presence both players have failed to [...]

April 9, 2012 admin Blogs 0

Lakers vs. Clippers: A New L.A. Story

Lakers vs. Clippers: A New L.A. Story

The battle over Los Angeles resumed with the Lakers beating the Clippers, 113-108, with resounding performances by Kobe Bryant and Andrew Bynum. [...]

April 6, 2012 Rob Blogs, R.S. De France 1

Are the Lakers Serious Title Contenders?

Are the Lakers Serious Title Contenders?

March 30, 2012 – R.S. De France The Los Angeles Lakers loss to the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder, 102-93, at home on Thursday night was not surprising after the tumultuous week the Lakers had. That does make it their third home loss in their last four home games. It seems only fitting for the Lakers [...]

March 30, 2012 Rob Blogs 1

Quick Fixes for the New York Knicks

Quick Fixes for the New York Knicks

March 15, 2012 – R.S. De France How can this talented Knicks team achieve their potential, or at least make the playoffs? What needs to be done? Trade Melo? Fire Mike D’Antoni? Well, D’Antoni resigned as head coach of the New York Knicks. What can the Knicks do the salvage the season? In the midst [...]

March 15, 2012 Rob Blogs 1

Starting Line of Lakers Trade Scenarios

Starting Line of Lakers Trade Scenarios

March 8, 2012 – R.S. De France With the NBA trade deadline approaching, it’s time for some last-minute deals. The Lakers have been burning up the phone lines like an old lover trying to make something happen. All Lakers’ fans hope they are talking to Orlando about Dwight Howard. In the meantime, here are five [...]

March 8, 2012 Rob Blogs, R.S. De France 3

Kobe Wore a Black Mask Because He Can

Kobe Wore a Black Mask Because He Can

March 7, 2012 – Griffin Gotta When a broken nose forces Kobe Bryant to wear a protective face-mask — made most famous by Rip Hamilton in recent years — he doesn’t just slap on any old face-mask. Bryant, like he does with the game of basketball as he gets older and wiser on the floor, [...]

March 7, 2012 admin Blogs, Griffin Gotta 2

Kobe’s Hollywood Ending on Hold

Kobe’s Hollywood Ending on Hold

March 5, 2012 – R.S. De France Los Angeles Lakers 5-time champion, 14-time All-Star, and 2-time Finals’ MVP Kobe Bryant has said repeatedly this season that he wants to go out winning a 6th NBA championship. But how can that happen with this Lakers’ team, one of the best defensive teams, one of the worst [...]

March 5, 2012 Rob Blogs, R.S. De France 0

Lakers Ready for a Playoff Run?

Lakers Ready for a Playoff Run?

March 1, 2012 – R.S. De France As the Los Angeles Lakers blew-out the Minnesota Timberwolves, who were short All-Star Kevin Love, 104-85, the Lakers are looking better than many think. Coming off 27 points in the All-Star Game, Kobe Bryant led the way with 31 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds. Pau Gasol and [...]

March 1, 2012 Rob Blogs, R.S. De France 0

Steve Nash Won’t Be Enough to Keep Dwight Howard with Magic

Steve Nash Won’t Be Enough to Keep Dwight Howard with Magic

February 28, 2012 – Dan Favale The 2012 NBA All-Star game provided fans with the opportunity to watch the league’s most prolific talents go head-to-head. [...]

February 28, 2012 admin Blogs 0