Debating the Most Disappointing Teams This Season Lakers. Nets. Knicks. Blazers. Which teams didn't live up to expectations? Sports Illustrated · Apr 12, 2022
Lakers’ Injuries Excuses Don’t Hold Up Various Lakers have blamed a series of medical maladies for this season’s struggles. But the franchise has issues that run far deeper despite Frank Vogel’s firing. Sports Illustrated · Apr 12, 2022
Russell Westbrook went off on his Lakers experience in his season-ending press conference This might make things pretty awkward if Westbrook somehow returns to the Lakers next season. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022
Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: I’m not sure what his issue was with me Kyle Goon: Russell Westbrook on what it was like with Frank Vogel: "I've never had an issue with any of my coaches before." "I'm not sure what his issue was with me," he said about Vogel, and said he felt like he was trying to prove himself to Frank ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022
Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel. I’m not sure what his issue was with me Kyle Goon: Russell Westbrook on what it was like with Frank Vogel: "I've never had an issue with any of my coaches before." "I'm not sure what his issue was with me," he said about Vogel, and said he felt like he was trying to prove himself to Frank ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022
Russell Westbrook: I was too relaxed at times playing back home Jovan Buha: Russell Westbrook said he was "too relaxed at times, to be completely honest" playing back home in Los Angeles. Source: Twitter @jovanbuha What's the buzz on Twitter? Ryan Ward @ RyanWardLA Russell Westbrook on Frank Vogel: "I'm not sure ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 11, 2022
Lakers fire coach Frank Vogel after season burdened by injuries and turmoil The Lakers fired coach Frank Vogel on Monday just two years after he led the team to its 17th NBA championship and first since 2010. Los Angeles Times · Apr 11, 2022
LeBron James Blames Injuries for Disappointing Lakers Season Westbrook was the only one of the three star players who didn’t miss significant time this past season. Sports Illustrated · Apr 11, 2022
Most likely destinations for Russell Westbrook: Houston, New York or Charlotte? I guess my top three will probably be again Houston, New York and Charlotte, based on what I've heard and what other people have reported. Source: Spotify What's the buzz on Twitter? StatMuse @ statmuse 40/10 games in a season since merger: 13 - ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 10, 2022
The Big Fail: Inside the Lakers’ most disappointing season in franchise history LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers weren’t a sure thing; they were, though, the surest thing for bettors. Los Angeles Times · Apr 9, 2022
Russell Westbrook wary of the stigma that comes with accepting a buyout Westbrook is a prideful man. His swagger is both his sword and his shield, and he will not lay them down lightly. He is wary of the stigma that comes with accepting a buyout, one source close to him explained. But he also still believes he can ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 9, 2022
LeBron James still had special season amid setbacks for Lakers, who win home finale LOS ANGELES — The crowd got to cheer LeBron James one last time at home this season. Los Angeles Times · Apr 9, 2022
Russell Westbrook after being told any Laker can bring up the ball: I’m the point guard, give me that s— "Russell Westbrook never respected Frank [Vogel] from Day 1," said one Lakers staff member with knowledge of the situation. "The moment Frank said anybody who gets the rebound can bring it up the court, which is just how the NBA is played these ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 9, 2022
Anthony Davis Says His Training Regimens Were ‘Top Tier’ Despite String of Injuries “I can’t control stepping on someone’s foot and I can’t control someone falling into my leg,” Davis said. Sports Illustrated · Apr 8, 2022
Los Angeles Times · Apr 8, 2022 Talen Horton-Tucker scores 40 as Lakers’ stars get front-row seats to another loss SAN FRANCISCO — Four veterans sat. Another got waived. The Los Angeles Lakers season, functionally over after being eliminated, still had to take the court — even if 80% of its once-projected starting lineup wasn’t available.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 7, 2022 Anthony Davis on trade rumors: I don’t think they’re planning on doing anything with me… I don’t know To be clear, Davis has no indication that the Lakers will trade him, but as a 10-year NBA veteran, he is aware how the league works. "I mean, I don't think they're planning on doing anything [with me]," he said. "I don't know, man. F-, I don't ...
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 7, 2022 It’s time for the Lakers to shut down LeBron James and Anthony Davis Next season starts right now, and to turn things around, the Lakers need to keep LeBron James and Anthony Davis out of action.
Los Angeles Times · Apr 7, 2022 How do Rob Pelinka and Kurt Rambis build a competitive Lakers team next season? LOS ANGELES — The Lakers were built on the hope this season that the Big Three of LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook could deliver the franchise an NBA-best 18th championship.
Los Angeles Times · Apr 6, 2022 Bill Plaschke: Lakers' season has been a collection of pratfalls and airballs LOS ANGELES — After the Lakers blew a lead and lost to Golden State in the first game of this season, LeBron James was asked whether he had any advice for Russell Westbrook, who had made all of four baskets.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 6, 2022 Lakers Face Major Offseason Questions Will anybody trade for Russell Westbrook? Here are some queries Los Angeles must answer this offseason.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 6, 2022 Frank Vogel on Rumors About His Job Security: ‘It’s Not Easy to Shut It Out’ He addresses rumors about his job security as the regular season nears an end.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 6, 2022 Pelicans Troll Anthony Davis, Lakers With Tweet After L.A.’s Elimination From Play-In Tourney New Orleans didn’t forget the big man’s taunt from 2019.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 6, 2022 SI:AM | We Can Stop Paying Attention To the Lakers Now Don’t worry, NBA fans, you can ignore Thursday night’s game on TNT.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 6, 2022 The Lakers Are in Ruins Los Angeles has officially been eliminated from playoff contention. Where do LeBron, Westbrook and Co. go from here?
USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 6, 2022 Lakers offseason preview: What to do with Russell Westbrook, LeBron’s extension and more The 2021-22 Los Angeles Lakers season is effectively over. A lot will be said about the decision-making from leadership over the next month or so with plenty of finger-pointing to go around. The media blitz could be reminiscent of the reporting ...