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Los Angeles Lakers News: Coach Byron Scott Wary His Players Would Shoot Him In The Back
There is no better reason to read about any of the recent Los Angeles Lakers news. The whole season is in a disarray and the team will again miss the playoffs, something that has been written ever since the start of the 2014-15 tournament. Coach Byron Scott is under scrutiny for how the season went, although the general part of it should be blamed to injuries to key players like Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, and 7th overall pick Julius Randle.
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Kobe Bryant News: Wife Vanessa Had A Miscarriage During The Height Of Black Mamba's Rape Case In 2003
There's not much Kobe Bryant news around relating to Los Angeles Lakers and their current campaign in the NBA. Being out because of a recurring injury, the Black Mamba is still nowhere near the action and the only thing keeping him busy nowadays is his own documentary called "Muse."
Kobe Bryant News: Former Rival Paul Pierce Saddened By Brother Black Mamba's Injury, Says Kobe Defined His Era
The latest Kobe Bryant news is probably worse than what the Los Angeles Lakers is experiencing right now. In a game against the New Orleans Pelicans last Wednesday, the 36-year old superstar injured his shoulder. This means he is done for the season. Kobe underwent a successful surgery briefly a week after getting hurt but that doesn't change the fact that he won't be able to help his team anymore. With Kobe out, a spot in the NBA All-Star Game in New York has been vacated.
Stuart Scott, ESPN Anchor, Dies At 49: Kobe, Lebron, And Other Celebrities Pay Tribute To The Well-Loved Sportscaster
On January 4, the sports world said goodbye to one of the most charismatic sportscaster around. Stuart Scott of ESPN lost his battle to appendix cancer at the age of 49. The sports industry mourned for his passing and in a short time, his death took over headlines and social media discussions.
Kobe Bryant News: Michael Jordan Wants Black Mamba To Never Stop And Go After Another Record
On December 14, Kobe Bryant became the NBA's third all-time scoring leader with a free throw in their game against Minnesota Timberwolves. The feat has put him above Michael Jordan, the legendary Chicago Bulls to whom he's always compared with since stepping in the league. The Los Angeles Lakers received congratulations from all over the world. However, nothing is probably more precious than the one the Jordan himself.
Rajon Rondo Trade Rumors: Does Los Angeles Lakers Have A Chance In Snatchin The Boston Celtics Star Point Guard From Mavs?
The trade market has opened and one of those that easily made the biggest headlines is Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo. The eighth year man has been with the Celtics for more than seven years now. He won with them an NBA championship in 2008 but then his career took a slow turn when Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen were traded or signed with other clubs during free agency. It also didn't help that he was often injured.
Kobe Bryant Trade Is Not Far-Fetched According To Los Angeles Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss
Kobe Bryant is nearing his retirement. He has been with the Los Angeles Lakers for more than half of his age and for his fans, the Black Mamba should his last professional years the Staples Center. Kobe thinks the same. However, for Lakers co-owner and president Jeanie Buss, seeing Bryant in another jersey should not be ruled out. After all, he is the team's most marketable player and they need to win games. That is by buying high caliber players.
Kobe Bryant News: Black Mamba Explains His 'I Can't Breathe Shirt', Say It Is Not Just For African-Americans
On Tuesday night before the Los Angeles Lakers' match up against the Sacramento Kings, which they eventually won, Kobe Bryant was at the center of everything but not because of the usual reasons. The public and the media have their eyes on him for his shirt carrying only three words but sends a powerful message. During warm ups, Kobe Bryant was wearing a black shirt that says "I Can't Breathe", obviously a tribute to Eric Garner of Staten Island, New York who died after after being choked by a police officer, all of it caught on video.
Oklahoma City Thunder Star Kevin Durant On Critics: “I’m Not Looking For No Praise From Nobody”
Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant has always been regarded as one of the NBA superstars ever since he entered the league in 2007. In just a short time, he is already up there with Kobe Bryant and Lebron James. He is a 4-time scoring champion and last year, he won his first MVP award. While he has achieved a lot of individual trophies, his cabinet is still missing a championship trophy. He is already in his seventh season and criticisms are mounting over his lack of championship ring.
Kobe Bryant Missed Shots Record; Black Mamba Shuts Down Critics With A Perfect Response
Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers were sent back crashing to the earth after losing to Memphies Grizzlies, 107-102. It was the team's sixth loss in seven outings. Before that loss, Lakers has already set the worst start in the franchise so its fair to say that the media didn't talk about that loss the way they did with the first four. However, team's superstar is still in the center of the news. Not because of another retro performance but because of setting a new record, the kind of record that one wouldn't want to own.
Los Angeles Lakers Latest News: Kobe Bryant Gets Defender In Former Coach Phil Jackson
The Los Angeles Lakers are having their worst season since it moved to Hollywood from Minneapolis. With a 0-5 win loss card, many are already ruling out the team for the 2014-15 NBA Playoffs. With their current situation, the team has been receiving unsolicited suggestions, including the idea of trading their superstar Kobe Bryant. Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix wrote that the Los Angeles Lakers should at least consider a Kobe Bryant trade. He wants to trade the player who helped Lakers win five championships to open cap salary and acquire younger stars.
Kobe Bryant News: Black Mamba Wants Jeremy Lin To Be More Assertive In Orchestrating Los Angeles Lakers Offense
The Los Angeles Lakers has suffered two blown out games in their first two assignments. First is against Houston Rockets, second is against Phoenix Suns. Team's main man Kobe Bryant has downplayed suggestions that those losses will dictate how they are going to perform the whole season. He insisted they are "not as bad" as those two games. Everyone has moved on from those heavy defeats. For Kobe, who finished 31 points versus the Suns, his teammates needs to step their game level up. One man he is counting on in this is Jeremy Lin.
Kobe Bryant Dwight Howard Fight [Watch Video]: Feud Between Former Teammate Continues? Houston Rockets Center Says He's Not Afraid Of Black Mamba
The opening day of the new NBA was a success. The San Antonio Spurs were presented with their NBA champion rings, Anthony Davis had a career game for the New Orleans Pelicans versus the Orlando Magic, and Houston Rockets pummeled the Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center. However, none of those three made the biggest mark on the first day of the 2014-15 NBA season. Most fans talked about the Kobe Bryant Dwight Howard fight more than the basketball actions.
Kobe Bryant News: Black Mamba Thinks Steve Nash Injury Has Nothing To Do With Aging, Lakers To Apply For Disabled Player Exception
Steve Nash injury is one of the early blows that the Los Angeles Lakers has to deal with. The 2014-15 season is yet to start and the franchise from Hollywood is already plagued with line-up problems. For team's superstar Kobe Bryant, Nash's back injury is tough for the team. Bryant said he salutes his former rival and current teammate but said that the point guard just "have to accept it and when you lay your head down you know that you did absolutely everything possible." As for those who thinks Nash has to retire because of his age, the Black Mamba disagrees. He believes that Nash slowing down in his game has nothing to do with him reaching father time.
Kobe Bryant News: Black Mamba Speaks About ESPN The Magazine’s Vicious Attacks On Him, Big Names In Sports And Music Show Sympathy
ESPN The Magazine's Henry Abbott made headlines during the last 24 hours more than any basketball stories. The new NBA season is just weeks away but things are already heating up. However, it is not between players and teams. It is between the ESPN columnist and Kobe Bryant and his fans. Yesterday, Abbott came out with an article that slams Kobe's attitude and declining athleticism. Hatton referred to the Black Mamba as the Lakers' "big rock in their front yard," quoting a player agent. Knowing Kobe, he's not the type who let some criticisms, constructive or not, get pass him.
Lebron James News: Cleveland Cavaliers Star Aware That One Day He'll Be In Kobe Bryant's Shoes
Kobe Bryant and Lebron James are two of many players who will go down as among the best ever to play the game. They are regarded as the ones who carry the torch of their respective basketball generations. The Los Angeles star is believed to be one of the best in the NBA when Michael Jordan left in early 2000s while his Cleveland Cavaliers counterpart was already predicted as to become a star even before he was drafted in 2003. Many think that Kobe has already reached father time while a lot of fans assume King James still have many years left to dominate.
Kobe Bryant News: Los Angeles Lakers Star Says He's The Luckiest Player; Black Mamba Also Thinks Player Will Undergo Another Lockout
Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant has always been credited for his work ethic. Many people think that he is what he is today because of his hard work and dedication to his craft. From a teen player predicted to flop, he is now one of the sports' most decorated and brightest superstar. In the upcoming season, the Black Mamba is hoping to have another great run for the team that he has been serving ever since he played his first ever NBA game. Kobe doesn't just have the brightest star in the league, he also has the thickest pocket as he is slated to earn $24 million this year. For that, he consider himself the luckiest basketball player. And he has the Lakers organization to thank for it.
Kobe Bryant Return Update: Superstar Guard Embracing Role As Leader; Can The Los Angeles Lakers Win 50 Game?
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is taking a different approach in training with his teammates heading into the 2014-15 NBA season.
Jeremy Lin Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Sees A Lot Of Upside On Linsanity But Not On Offense; Black Mamba To Act As Teacher To Lin
Jeremy Lin becoming a Laker is something that probably no one predicted. But when the deal that sends the 4-year veteran to Hollywood from the Houston Rockets has been finalized, one thing that fans are sure of is that the undrafted guard out of Harvard will learn a lot of things from the veterans of the Los Angeles Lakers, especially Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash. Lin, 26, had his flashes of brilliance when he rose to stardom while with the New York Knicks two years ago. In 2012, he became the first NBA player to score at least 20 points and have seven assists in each of his first five starts. The Taiwanese-American basketball star have something to say when it comes to offense. However, in his new team, Kobe wants him to excel in a different department, defense.
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