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2012 August

Archive for August, 2012

L.A. Lakers: Does Steve Nash’s Defense Matter as Long as Howard Has His Back?

Steve Nash and defense are rarely used in the same sentence unless someone is discussing Nash’s obvious lack of interest in the art after watching him getting badly beaten off the dribble.

Reggie Miller: Pacers star shoots his age

This story was originally published in the Saturday, March 19, 2005 edition of The Indianapolis Star.

Sam Amick: Pete Carril speaks out on how Princeton offense might work for Lakers

Pete Carril is optimistic that the Princeton offense will work for his protege, Eddie Jordan, and the new-look Lakers.

Labor Day Readings: Come One, Come All

As one of the most memorable summers in Lakers history comes to an end, the dog days of the NBA world are upon us.

Kobe Bryant and 10 NBA Stars with Biggest Chip on Their Shoulder

As the 2012-13 NBA season approaches, every year there is a collection of NBA players who have built a ginormous chip on their shoulder; most notably, Kobe Bryant .

Lakers to retire Shaq’s No. 34, Wilkes’ No. 52

The Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday announced the dates of three events next season to honor Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jamaal Wilkes and Shaquille O’Neal . For more news and notes on the Lakers, check out the Land O’ Lakers blog from the Kamenetzky brothers.

Five things Jordan Hill needs for a successful season

This is the 10th post in a series focusing on five things each Lakers player must do to have a successful 2012-13 season.

Miami Heat Favorites to Repeat in Poll of NBA Coaches and Execs

Never mind the Lakers’ new Monstar-like lineup. Don’t worry about the maturing Thunder.

Los Angeles Lakers: Why Kobe Bryant Is One of the Top-5 Players in NBA History

Whenever he decides to call it a career, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant will go down as one of the greatest, as well as one of the more underappreciated and criticized players ever - and that is no exaggeration.

Life-sized Shaq painting on sale for $3,995

Now, thanks to Craigslist, you can own a painting of the Big Diesel by a “famous Polish artist .” Not just any life-sized oil painting of Shaq.

Andrew Bynum still has potential to be NBA’s best center

There’s no doubt that the Lakers’ new starting lineup of Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, Metta World Peace, Pau Gasol and Howard have returned themselves as a powerful championship contender out of the Western Conference.

Mock NBA/Wnba Mixed 3×3 Tournament: Finalists & Our Choice For a U.S. Mixed 3×3 Senior National Team

The whole idea behind this mixed NBA/WNBA 3×3 tournament began with a response to the FIBA/IOC interest in adding 3-on-3 to the Olympics and the U.S. women actually winning FIBA’s first-ever 3×3 tournament.

Five things Devin Ebanks needs for a successful season

This is the eighth post in a series focusing on five things each Lakers player must do to have a successful 2012-13 season.

1 Surprising Name Who Will Make a Big Impact for the L.A. Lakers in 2012-13

The Los Angeles Lakers have a stacked roster. They have All-Stars in Kobe Bryant , Steve Nash, Pau Gasol and Dwight Howard .

Vincent Bonsignore: Kareem has always been taken for granted

Laker great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar will get a statue in front of Staples Center. It will be the sixth statue at the arena.