Despite the fact that Kobe Bryant’s Los Angeles Lakers are the two-time defending NBA world champions, they certainly aren’t playing like it. As of Dec. 23, 2010 their record was 21-8, respectable, but hardly world beating, especially considering their competition thus ... (Continue reading)
If you’ve ever seen the movie Being John Malkovich, you know that it was one wild and crazy ride. If not, you owe it to yourself to buy it, rent it, stream it or download it by any means necessary. Without ... (Continue reading)
Shannon Brown has become the antithesis of the player he was a year ago. As a Los Angeles Laker, Brown became widely known for his spectacular and awe-inspiring dunks. His finishes in the open court were often majestic poetry in ... (Continue reading)
If Kobe Bryant’s Knee could talk it would probably say something to the effect of, “I’m so far from 100 percent it’s not even funny. BUT don’t tell Kobe I told you that!" Likewise, if we were privy to the ... (Continue reading)
When the Lakers issued a press release announcing the sale of Magic Johnson's minority stake of the Lakers, rampant speculation began to circulate about where Magic would take his “talents” next. To that end, I present a list of the ... (Continue reading)
According to a team announcement, Ervin Magic Johnson has sold his stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, a Lakers season ticket holder for 25 years, for an undisclosed sum. In Johnson's own words, “This was a bittersweet ... (Continue reading)
Following the back to back champion Lakers surprising loss to Regal FC Barcelona on Thursday, the web was abuzz with predictions of the Lakers fall from grace. More surprising, however, was the disagreement between Kobe Bryant and coach Phil Jackson over whether ... (Continue reading)
In what appears to be a calculated bit of promotion for the NBA, Kobe Bryant said he would beat LeBron James in a game of one-on-one after being asked at a London sports camp. Bryant's exact words, “I’d win, I’d win...That’s ... (Continue reading)
The Zen Master has spoken. In an interview with ESPN 1000 in Chicago, Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson exclaimed he doesn't believe talent is always enough to get it done. As Jackson said, "They got great talent,” "There's no question ... (Continue reading)
The triangle offense. The name alone conjures scores of perplexed looks and furrowed brows creating a general air of confusion. In truth, it’s one of the most complex offensive systems used in the NBA. Synonymous with Phil Jackson, and the architect ... (Continue reading)