Injuries to NBA stars Giannis, Ja dim start of postseason Anthony Davis scared Los Angeles Lakers fans by grabbing at his right shoulder and saying he couldn’t move his arm The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Darvin Ham praises Jarred Vanderbilt’s defense after win vs. Grizzlies Lakers head coach Darvin Ham had some very nice things to say about Jarred Vanderbilt after his defensive effort against the Grizzlies. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 17, 2023
It’s Time for a Change to the NBA’s Charging Rule While taking charges is appreciated among hard-nosed defenders, it led to two of the league’s superstars suffering injuries Sunday right as the playoffs get underway. Sports Illustrated · Apr 17, 2023
Lakers Flip the Script on Hobbled Grizzlies Los Angeles looked like a young, hungry team in Sunday’s Game 1 while Memphis’s injury-plagued roster was undone by the Lakers’ lesser known role players. Sports Illustrated · Apr 17, 2023
Anthony Davis joins elite Lakers company in Game 1 vs. Grizzlies Anthony Davis joined three dominant Lakers big men of the past with a sensational stat line against the Grizzlies on Sunday. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 17, 2023
Austin Reaves helps spark Lakers' win over Grizzlies in series opener MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Austin Reaves, the Lakers' second-year guard from tiny Newark, Ark., screamed, "I'm him," at the Lakers bench in the fourth quarter, his play 100 miles from his hometown pushing the Lakers to a 128-112 victory in Game 1 in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Los Angeles Times · Apr 16, 2023
Austin Reaves’s ‘I’m Him’ Heroics Carry Lakers Late in Game 1 Win Over Grizzlies The second-year guard put on a show to help lead L.A. to a stunning Game 1 win in Memphis. Sports Illustrated · Apr 16, 2023
Lakers player grades: L.A. makes impressive statement in Game 1 vs. Grizzlies The Lakers came out on Sunday and sent a message to the Grizzlies by downing them 128-112 in Game 1 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 16, 2023
Los Angeles Lakers sweating Anthony Davis' injury status as star exits NBA Play-Off game The first half of Game 1 for the Los Angeles Lakers ended with a huge scare as Anthony Davis left the court clutching his arm, and he continues to be assessed after returning Daily Mirror · Apr 16, 2023
Lakers vs. Grizzlies: Stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info for Sunday Here's all you need to know ahead of Sunday's Lakers versus Grizzlies playoff game. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 16, 2023
3 things LeBron James needs to do in Lakers vs. Grizzlies series Here is how LeBron James can pace the Lakers to a series win over the Grizzlies in the 2023 NBA Playoffs. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 16, 2023
Anthony Davis: Lakers don’t view themselves as underdogs vs. Grizzlies While the Lakers respect the Grizzlies, their first-round playoff opponent, Anthony Davis says they don't see themselves as underdogs. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 16, 2023
3 things Anthony Davis needs to do in Lakers vs. Grizzlies series Here is how Anthony Davis can help lead the Lakers to victory in their playoff series versus the Grizzlies. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 16, 2023
LeBron James has simple message to Lakers before facing Grizzlies in first round MEMPHIS, Tenn. — LeBron James should be excited to be back in the playoffs, the misery of watching from home a year ago erased by the buzz surrounding the Lakers’ first-round series with the Memphis Grizzlies. Los Angeles Times · Apr 16, 2023
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 15, 2023 NBA Playoff Power Rankings: The Celtics and Bucks are neck and neck as the best teams in the postseason The first round is going to be epic.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 15, 2023 The biggest keys for the Lakers against the Grizzlies in the NBA Playoffs These will be the five biggest keys to victory for the Lakers in the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Grizzlies.
Daily Mirror · Apr 14, 2023 LeBron James sent Anthony Davis warning as Los Angeles Lakers eye NBA glory LeBron James and Anthony Davis will spearhead the charge for the Los Angeles Lakers as the iconic franchise looks to capture a record 18th NBA championship as the playoffs get underway
Tribune News Service · Apr 14, 2023 Tim Cowlishaw: Mark Cuban, Nico Harrison only have one way to put a bow on Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving mess DALLAS — The Mavericks closed up shop six weeks earlier this spring than last, ample time to study for that 10th pick the club has an 80% chance of retaining. Beyond that, GM Nico Harrison offered some parting thoughts earlier this week including this:
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 14, 2023 What the experts are saying about the Lakers-Grizzlies playoff matchup The experts seem divided on whether the Lakers can defeat the Grizzlies in the first round of this year's NBA Playoffs.
The Orange County Register · Apr 13, 2023 Healthy, productive Anthony Davis is key to Lakers’ playoff success One glance at him on the basketball court and you just know Anthony Davis was born to play the game, and play it well. His arms seem to extend to the heavens. His legs carry him with the speed and certainty of a much smaller man. He can beat opponents…
Los Angeles Times · Apr 12, 2023 Bill Plaschke: Lakers' bold first step into the playoffs is a staggering stumble LOS ANGELES — LeBron James doubled over in exhaustion. Anthony Davis twisted around in pain. Darvin Ham stared blankly in disbelief.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 12, 2023 NBA fans were upset with Anthony Davis for his terrible foul that lengthened awful play-in game No one wanted to see more of this game, but Davis delivered it anyway.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 12, 2023 LeBron James and Dennis Schröder had matching celebrations after a crucial, late-game 3-pointer Schröder danced in front of the Minnesota bench (and former teammate Matt Ryan).
Sports Illustrated · Apr 12, 2023 It Wasn’t Pretty, but Lakers Overcome Anthony Davis’s Brutal Mistake to Lock in NBA Playoff Spot Anthony Davis, LeBron and the Lakers are playing on. So is Atlanta. Minnesota and Miami, however, are down to one last chance to advance Friday.
Daily Mirror · Apr 12, 2023 LeBron James trolls team-mate after leading LA Lakers comeback to secure playoff spot The LA Lakers earned a dramatic 108-102 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Tuesday's play-in, with Anthony Davis nearly costing LeBron James and co thanks to a late foul