NBA Notes: Spurs, Devin Vassell, Lakers, Cavs, De’Andre Hunter
Spurs
Devin Vassell is entering the new season healthy for the first time in a while, and that has both him and the Spurs feeling...
LeBron’s so-called ‘Second Decision’ felt like clunky, straight-to-DVD sequel
LeBron James has delivered plenty of unforgettable basketball moments. Tuesday afternoon was not one of them.
If the original Decision was an unprecedented act of...
NBA Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Raptors, Scottie Barnes, Rockets
Lakers
LeBron James won’t be suiting up for any preseason games.
James, 40, didn’t practice during the first week of camp and was only a “modified”...
LeBron James’ ‘Second Decision’ was about cognac, not retirement
LeBron James isn’t retiring. He’s launching a bottle.
The Lakers star teased a major announcement for Tuesday, sparking widespread speculation that it might involve his...
LeBron James’ post on ‘The Second Decision’ sends Lakers ticket prices soaring
LeBron James didn’t reveal any concrete plans on Monday, but one cryptic social media post was enough to send ticket prices through the roof.
Shortly...
LeBron James teases ‘The Second Decision’ on social media, fuels speculation
We never really know what LeBron James is up to until he comes out and says it. Sometimes, he prefers not to say it...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Bronny James, Hawks, Dyson Daniels, Celtics
Lakers
It wasn’t the prettiest night for Bronny James, who shot just 1-of-12 from the field on Friday in the Lakers’ ugly preseason opener.
But coach...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Deandre Ayton, Suns, Mark Williams, Heat
Lakers
Deandre Ayton didn’t light up the scoreboard in his Lakers debut — scoring just one point in 18 minutes — but he preferred to...
NBA Notes: Sixers, Quentin Grimes, Kings, Keegan Murray, Lakers
76ers
Quentin Grimes officially taking the qualifying offer ended the NBA’s longest contract standoff of the offseason.
Grimes’ 3-and-D skill set made him one of the...
West Notes: Lakers, Jake LaRavia, Pelicans, Saddiq Bey, Timberwolves
Lakers
The Lakers quietly signed Jake LaRavia to a two-year deal in free agency, and while the move didn’t make headlines, the team believes the...
Lakers banking on Marcus Smart, Jared Vanderbilt to elevate perimeter defense
Lakers head coach JJ Redick is counting on the arrival of Marcus Smart and improved health from Jarred Vanderbilt to give the team’s perimeter...
LeBron James sidelined to start camp as Lakers play ‘long game’
The Lakers opened training camp on Tuesday without LeBron James on the floor, as the 23-year veteran deals with what head coach JJ Redick...
Lakers begin another season waiting on LeBron James’ word
When LeBron James wrapped up his Lakers media day interview with Spectrum SportsNet, Chris McGee tossed him a simple, almost playful question.
“See you at...
NBA Notes: Lakers, LeBron James, Blazers, Damian Lillard, Kings
Lakers
LeBron James didn’t tip his hand on retirement at media day, but he acknowledged the obvious. And that would be that the finish line...
