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Oct 28, 2019

Kobe: Dwight Is ‘Going To Make A Hell Of An Impact’ With The Lakers

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by LALakersFan4Life at 11:03 PM (1,149 Views / 9 Likes)

By ARASH MARKAZICOLUMNIST
OCT. 28, 2019 8:18 PM

Kobe Bryant smiled when Dwight Howard’s name came up during a recent conversation. Time has a way of smoothing over differences, and Bryant, who has transitioned into the world of storytelling since retiring in 2016, is fascinated by the narrative arc of his former Lakers teammate.

Howard first came to the Lakers in 2012 with the expectation of being the next great Lakers big man and helping Bryant win a sixth championship. But their lone season together quickly turned into a nightmare so horrible that Howard took less money to bolt to Houston. The Lakers have failed to make the playoffs since.

He came back this offseason on a one-year, non-guaranteed contract. Seven years after joining the Lakers as one of the best players in the league, he returned as a journeyman on his fifth team in five years. But Howard has proven to be a pleasant surprise early this season. On Sunday, he helped the Lakers to a 120-101 win over the...
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Oct 24, 2019

Shaq's Sister Has Passed Away

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by alam1108 at 7:06 PM (812 Views / 4 Likes)

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Oct 23, 2019

Zach Norvell Discussion:

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by LaVarBallsDad at 1:06 PM (965 Views / 4 Likes)

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I think he kills it in the G-League, and I hope he gets a chance to play on the parent club because Pope isn't going to improve.

I think he can give us another punch off the bench.

Oct 17, 2019

NBA.com GM Survey: Results

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by JSM at 7:54 AM (496 Views / 2 Likes)

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https://www.nba.com/amp/league/gmsurvey/2019

Few highlights:
-We have 3rd best title odds
-AD 3rd on MVP votes
-AD is 2nd on who'd you start a franchise with
-Bron and AD are each ranked 2nd at their position

Oct 10, 2019

Mitch Richmond's Son Dies Suddenly At Age 20

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by LALakersFan4Life at 5:14 AM (734 Views / 5 Likes)

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Shane Richmond, the son of NBA Hall of Famer and former Golden State Warriors guard Mitch Richmond, died suddenly this week. He was 20.

Mitch, 54, announced the devastating news in a statement released on Tuesday. The former NBA star said his youngest son died unexpectedly on Monday night, but did not disclose any other details about the tragedy.

“We are heartbroken and devastated with this tragic news, and will use the strength of our family and the thoughts and prayers of our friends to get through this incredibly difficult time,” Richmond said on behalf of his wife Julie, their two other sons Phillip and Jerin and his daughter from a previous relationship, Tearra Gates.

“Shane was a ray of light for his two brothers, sister, mom and dad and, at only 20 years of age, had a wealth of friends and admirers who will desperately miss his warm affection and smile,” Mitch continued.

“As we go through the grieving process and the loss of our son, we ask that you respect our...
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