Don’t look now, but the Power Forward position is becoming one of the strongest positions in the NBA, with many top-tier players coming from the position. Not only are they becoming more agile and better shooters from outside, but for many of the top 10 power forwards their all-around game is impressive. How I Rank …
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The Los Angeles Lakers are rewarding Forward Jarred Vanderbilt with a contract extension. The new deal is reportedly worth four years for $48 Million. Its fully guaranteed and includes a player option in the final year. Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium was the first on the news. The Lakers acquired Vanderbilt from Utah …
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New Orleans Pelicans Forward Brandon Ingram is eligible to sign an extension right now, if he wanted. However, Christian Clark of NOLA.com reported that Ingram will wait to discuss a new deal with the Pelicans. Clark reports there’s no “anxiety” about wanting to get Ingram signed immediately. It all comes down to the dollar amount …
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Future NBA Legend LeBron James wants to have at least one more go-around for Team USA. The Athletic’s Shams Charania was the first to report that James would be joining the roster for the 2024 Olympics. According to Shams Charania and Joe Vardon of The Athletic, James has spoken to Stephen Curry and Draymond Green of the …
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The top remaining free agent has now been signed. It’s been a long of summer of waiting. Late Tuesday night, Christian Wood agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal reportedly is worth $5.7 million and it includes a player option for the 2024-25 season. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski was the first …
After a shocking four-game sweep in the Western Conference Finals, LeBron James’ time in the NBA might be up. The 38-year-old is considering retirement and will take some time to think about it in the offseason. During the postgame presser, LeBron made closing remarks saying “Going forward with the game of basketball, I’ve got a …
In a battle for the Western Conference’s seventh seed, the Lakers host the Timberwolves.
Oscar Tshiebwe has officially declared for the 2023 NBA draft, after earning All-America honors for the second consecutive season with the Kentucky Wildcats. He will maintain his college eligibility. College Career Tshiebwe began his collegiate basketball career at West Virginia, where he was never at his best. Averaging 11.2 points per game (ppg) his freshman …
The Lakers and Clippers match up for the final time in the regular season and there is a lot at stake for both teams. This game is particularly important for both teams as it could have significant implications on their playoff seeding and overall potential success in the postseason. Clippers players and coaches have expressed …
The Grizzlies vs. Lakers matchup was significant for both teams, but more so for Los Angeles. The LeBron-less Lakers needed a win Tuesday night as they close in on a potential playoff spot. Instead, they were routed by the Grizzlies, 121-109, on the heels of a masterful performance by Ja Morant. The Grizzlies entered the …
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Lonnie Walker IV has had an inconsistent career thus far. His first four years with the San Antonio Spurs were up and down, with last year being one of his statistical best. Many were shocked when the Los Angeles Lakers used their mid-level exception to sign him. Walker has a lot of upside, with his …
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The Los Angeles Lakers playoff chances have taken a serious hit with LeBron James’ injury. James suffered a foot injury in the third quarter of their most recent win over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday. His status remains unclear for the remainder of the season, but he’s currently sidelined for at least two weeks. James …
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