No checks for ticks sees fake Twitter accounts of public figures soar Within hours of Twitter Blue going live, fake accounts using the names and likenesses of famous people started popping up. The New Daily · Nov 11, 2022
The Nets’ and Lakers’ woes show star players don’t make good architects For years, the superteam model has dominated the NBA. But recent events suggest there are limits to what superstars alone can accomplish The Guardian - US · Nov 11, 2022
Fake Trump, Bush, Tesla storm Twitter after verification dropped Fake Twitter accounts explode across platform after Elon Musk scraps verification policies. Al Jazeera · Nov 11, 2022
LeBron James says measures keeping Kyrie Irving from returning to NBA are 'excessive' The reported list of remedial measures Kyrie Irving must undertake in the wake of his anti-Semitic controversy is excessive, according to former teammate LeBron James. ABC News · Nov 11, 2022
NBA-Nets' Irving is not anti-Semitic, says NBA Commissioner Silver NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said he met with Kyrie Irving earlier this week and that he did not believe the Brooklyn Nets guard was anti-Semitic, Yahoo Sports reported on Thursday. Reuters · Nov 11, 2022
LeBron James is day-to-day with strained left adductor LeBron James may miss the Lakers' next two games because of his latest injury, which he suffered Wednesday versus the Clippers. USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 11, 2022
Lakers' LeBron James has strained adductor, doubtful for game vs. Kings LOS ANGELES — LeBron James is doubtful to play Friday against the Sacramento Kings with what the Lakers are calling a "strained left adductor." While he's day to day, he easily could miss Sunday's game against Brooklyn as well. Los Angeles Times · Nov 11, 2022
LeBron James Hoping to Return to Play Friday After Injury The 18-time All-Star addressed playing in the team’s next game against the Kings. Sports Illustrated · Nov 10, 2022
Twitter users impersonate verified celebrity accounts with new blue tick subscription The social media platform yesterday attempted to tackle the issue by issuing grey ‘official badges’ to verified accounts Evening Standard · Nov 10, 2022
Musk's new $8-a-month Twitter verification scheme sparks chaos as fake accounts flood the site Elon Musk doesn't seem to be immediately concerned having spent the morning laughing at imposter accounts. Fortune · Nov 10, 2022
Twitter chaos as blue-tick 'Tony Blair' account says he 'misses killing Iraqis' ELON Musk’s plan to allow Twitter users to pay for a “blue tick” has rapidly descended into chaos after accounts “verified” as George W… The National (Scotland) · Nov 10, 2022
Lakers player grades: Another loss to the Clippers The Clippers continue to have their way with the Lakers in head-to-head matchups. USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 10, 2022
LeBron James Exits Game vs. Clippers With Leg Injury, Doesn’t Return The star forward was in the midst of a strong offensive night before being forced to leave the court. Sports Illustrated · Nov 10, 2022
Fake LeBron James tweet claimed Lakers superstar wanted to be traded Fans were momentarily quaking when a Twitter account that appeared to (but didn't) belong to LeBron James claimed he wanted a trade. USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 10, 2022
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 10, 2022 One NBA executive unloads on the Lakers’ struggles of late The Lakers have been down for a little while, and some around the NBA seem to be enjoying it.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 9, 2022 Verified-But-Fake LeBron James Account Banned From Twitter Blue Keep a vigilant eye out for those Twitter Blue parody accounts.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 9, 2022 Twitter’s new paid verification is already creating a terrible experience for sports fans Such an awful idea.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 9, 2022 How the Lakers Went From Champions to the Cellar After Los Angeles won a championship in 2020, the front office has managed to create one of the worst rosters in the NBA.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 9, 2022 John Salley Doesn’t Think LeBron Will Break Scoring Record The four-time champion explained his reasoning.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 9, 2022 Lakers vs. Clippers: Lineups, injuries and viewing info for Wednesday Here's all you need to know ahead of Wednesday's Lakers versus Clippers game.
The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022 All the celebrities who have left Twitter after Elon Musk’s takeover ‘Not hanging around for whatever Elon has planned. Bye,’ Shonda Rhimes wrote
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 9, 2022 LeBron James’ former teammates on Lakers’ lack of 3-point shooting Several of LeBron James' former teammates feel for him as he struggles to deal with the Lakers' lack of dependable 3-point shooting.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 8, 2022 The Lakers’ Season Is Slipping Away Time is already ticking for Los Angeles after three weeks into the season.
The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2022 For Bronny James his father’s name is both a blessing and a curse LeBron James’s eldest son has started on a path that may eventually lead to the NBA. His best option may be to simply enjoy the ride
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2022 All the celebrities who have left Twitter after Elon Musk’s takeover ‘Not hanging around for whatever Elon has planned. Bye,’ Shonda Rhimes wrote