Kobe gets 100th 40-point game, Lakers avoid rare 3-game skid with 106-93 win over Pistons Nov 18, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, shoots against Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon (7) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in Los Angeles ... LOS ANGELES (AP) Kobe Bryant scored 40 points for the 100th time in his career, and the Los Angeles Lakers avoided a rare three-game losing streak with a 106-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. (FOX61, CT)
Magic's Nelson to Have Surgery on Left Knee Nov 18, 2009
In a surprise move, he returned for the NBA finals, struggling to regain his form as Orlando lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in five games. Nelson is averaging 13. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bobcats Acquire Disgruntled Jackson From Warriors Nov 17, 2009
Radmanovic was also acquired last season in a trade with the Los Angeles Lakers. Law is averaging 6. (ABC 7 News, DC)
LSU VS. INDIANA STATE Nov 17, 2009
McKenna was a member of the 1982 Los Angeles Lakers NBA championship team. This is the third time LSU has played in the NIT preseason tournament. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Lakers F Walton out six weeks with pinched nerve Nov 17, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers forward Luke Walton will miss at least the next six weeks with a pinched nerve ... Los Angeles Lakers forward Luke Walton will miss at least the next six weeks with a pinched nerve. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Michigan State And Gonzaga Meet In Early Showdown Nov 17, 2009
Spartans In The NBA Five former Spartans are currently on NBA rosters, including (Milwaukee Bucks), (Los Angeles Lakers), (New Orleans Hornets), (Memphis Grizzlies) and (Phoenix Suns). Exhibition Recap Despite playing shorthanded due to injury, Michigan State cruised to two exhibition victories, with an average margin of victory of 27. (Msuspartans.com)
* NBA: Stoudemire blazing hot as Suns edge out Raptors Nov 17, 2009
This was a bounce-back game, he added, referring to his eight-point performance against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday ... The NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers dropped their second straight game on Sunday in a lackluster performance drawing a few boos from their demanding home fans. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lakers' Bryant aggravates groin injury Nov 16, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant aggravated a strained right groin injury during Sunday's 101-91 loss against Houston ... Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant aggravated a strained right groin injury during Sunday's 101-91 loss against Houston ... Aaron Brooks scored 10 of his 33 points during a big third-quarter run, lifting Houston to a 101-91 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lakers, Rockets go at it again in LA Nov 16, 2009
(Sports Network) - The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers will welcome a familiar face back to Hollywood this evening, when the Houston Rockets pay a visit to Staples Center. Los Angeles eliminated the Rockets in seven games during last season's Western Conference semifinals, and continued to torment the Southwest Division inhabitants by recently recording a 103-102 overtime victory at Houston on November 4. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Suns escape with winagainst Raptors at home Nov 16, 2009
9 percent, but Stoudemire bounced back from a 2-for-15 shooting performance Thursday at the Los Angeles Lakers, making 10 of 15 shots and scoring 30 points. "It was a matter of the fatigue not being a factor," Stoudemire said. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Aaron Brooks scores career-high 33 points, Rockets beat Lakers 101-91 Nov 16, 2009
Houston Rockets guard Trevor Ariza (1) grabs a rebound away from Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, in Los Angeles ... LOS ANGELES (AP) Aaron Brooks scored a career-high 33 points, including five 3-pointers, and the Houston Rockets beat the Los Angeles Lakers 101-91 on Sunday night, sending them to a second consecutive loss. (FOX61, CT)
GAME REPORT: Rockets 101, Lakers 91 Nov 16, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009 Houston Rockets - Los Angeles Lakers Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com ... Los Angeles, CA (Sports Network) - Aaron Brooks scored 10 of his 33 points during a big third-quarter run, lifting Houston to a 101-91 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. (USA Today -- Sports)
Men's Basketball Hosts VMI Tonight Nov 16, 2009
2 points per game last season as a sophomore, but he showed signs of stardom, including a 28-point, nine-rebound performance in a win over Rhode Island with a Los Angeles Lakers scout in the Robins Center that earned him Atlantic 10 Player of the Week honors. Harper also had 20 points and eight rebounds in Richmond's win over No. 17 ranked Xavier. (Richmondspiders.com)
Lakers Booed At Home In 101-91 Loss To Rockets Nov 16, 2009
(AP) LOS ANGELES (AP) - Aaron Brooks scored a career-high 33 points, including five 3-pointers, and the Houston Rockets beat the Los Angeles Lakers 101-91 on Sunday night, sending them to a second consecutive loss. The NBA champion Lakers were coming off a 105-79 drubbing at Denver two nights earlier only to have another team they vanquished in last season's title run show them up at home, where they got booed. (CBS News)
Stoudemire Helps Suns Beat Raptors Nov 16, 2009
Nash and Stoudemire, both of whom played poorly in Thursday night's 121-102 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, fared much better against Toronto in the first half. Nash led all scorers with 15 points and all playmakers with six assists. (CBS News)
Nuggets come alive in second half to blitz the Lakers Nov 15, 2009
DENVER: Carmelo Anthony scored 18 of his game-high 25 points in the second half as the Denver Nuggets blitzed the Los Angeles Lakers 105-79 on Friday. In a rematch of last season s Western Conference finalists, the Nuggets shut down the Lakers in the third quarter where they outscored last season s NBA champions 29-8 to open an 87-64 advantage. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Pacers close out homestand versus Boston Nov 15, 2009
Kuester was an assistant under the Hall of Fame coach when the Pistons executed Brown's 'play the right way' philosophy which resulted in an NBA title over the Los Angeles Lakers in 2003-04. They also worked together in Philadelphia. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Stoudemire looks to regainhis scoring touch vs. Raptors Nov 15, 2009
Amar'e Stoudemire (1) of the Phoenix Suns goes up for a shot between Lamar Odom (7) and Andrew Bynum (17) of the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on November 12, 2009 in Los Angeles. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Scott stunned by news Nov 15, 2009
PHOENIX -- As did the rest of the world, Hornets Coach Byron Scott awoke to the news Tuesday that the man with whom he won three NBA championships as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers has been living with a cancer diagnosis for almost a year. And, just as everyone else, Scott said Wednesday he was stunned by the revelation but equally confident that his friend would overcome this latest, albeit most threatening, hurdle in his life. (Nola.com -- Sports)
COUGAR BASKETBALL NOTEBOOK Nov 15, 2009
Kelati, beginning his fifth pro season in Europe, signed with Valencia after being released by the NBAs Los Angeles Lakers during training camp. Kelati joined the Lakers after he failed his physical with a team in Greece. (Cougfan.com)
'Melo gets better of Artest as Nuggets whip Lakers Nov 15, 2009
DENVER (AP) -- The Denver Nuggets don't care that the Los Angeles Lakers were tired or playing without Pau Gasol. This was one whooping worth celebrating. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Rams No. 1 for Leslie Nov 15, 2009
Leslie said he learned from NBA free agent Jerry Stackhouse, former N.C. State guard Courtney Fells, and Los Angeles Lakers forward Josh Powell. That mentoring should help him more than playing AAU basketball, Gibbons said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA: Blazers spoil debut of new coach for Hornets Nov 15, 2009
Nuggets 105, Lakers 79: Carmelo Anthony got the better of Ron Artest, scoring 25 points in 29 minutes and leading the Denver Nuggets past the Los Angeles Lakers 105-79 Friday night. The Lakers six-game winning streak was snapped. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Scott-L.A. inquiries abound Nov 15, 2009
Since Scott spent the bulk of his playing career with the showtime Los Angeles Lakers, ordinarily media questioners want to know if he may be taking over as Lakers head coach should Phil Jackson opt to retire at season's end. That Scott is in the final year of his current contract with New Orleans merely serves to multiply the questions, and this year, playing an unusual back-to-back against the Lakers and on Monday night, the Clippers, Scott has gotten a double-dose of inquiries. (Nola.com -- Sports)
HIGHS & LOWS Nov 14, 2009
2001-02 -- In his second season, the Nets went 52-30 during the regular season and advanced to the Finals, where they were swept 4-0 by the Los Angeles Lakers. 2002-03 -- Scott again led the Nets to an appearance in the Finals. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Ron Artest, Lakers no match for Carmelo Anthony, who leads Nuggets to 105-79 win over L.A. Nov 14, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest, back right, throws up a basket as Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony, back left, and Lakers guard Kobe Bryant look on in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Denver on Friday, Nov. 13, 2009 ... DENVER (AP) Carmelo Anthony got the better of Ron Artest, scoring 25 points in 29 minutes and leading the Denver Nuggets past the Los Angeles Lakers 105-79 Friday night. (FOX61, CT)
Kobe Scores 29, Lakers Stop Suns' Quick Start Nov 14, 2009
Washington - The Los Angeles Lakers ran all over the NBA's speediest team. Kobe Bryant scored 29 points, Andrew Bynum had 26 points and 15 rebounds in his return from injury, and the Lakers put the brakes on the Phoenix Suns' fast start with a 121-102 victory Thursday night. (ABC 7 News, DC)
The Stubborn, Impatient, Self-Centered, and Absolutely Essential Rajon Rondo Nov 14, 2009
A couple of summers ago, Kobe [Bryant, the star of the Los Angeles Lakers] was about to be traded, supposedly to Denver. Nobody in this league is guaranteed to be in one place. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Nuggets 105, Lakers 79 Nov 14, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009 Los Angeles Lakers - Denver Nuggets Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
They beat the hell out of us Nov 14, 2009
Nov. 11: Countdowns Keith Olbermann talks with Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar about his battle with a rare form of leukemia ... DENVER - The Denver Nuggets dont care that the Los Angeles Lakers were tired or playing without Pau Gasol. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA ROUNDUP Anthony overcomes foul trouble, Lakers Nov 14, 2009
Carmelo Anthony got the better of Ron Artest, scoring 25 points in 29 minutes and leading the Denver Nuggets past the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 105-79 Friday night ... NBA ROUNDUP / Anthony overcomes foul trouble, Lakers Articles Carmelo Anthony got the better of Ron Artest, scoring 25 points in 29 minutes and leading the Denver Nuggets past the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 105-79 Friday night. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
* NBA: LeBron, Shaq fuel Cavs victory Nov 13, 2009
ONeal helped Orlando to the 1995 NBA finals, returned them to the conference finals in 1996, then departed for the Los Angeles Lakers, where he won three titles. He earned another title with Miami, while Orlando languished. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Bulldogs bring new attitude Nov 13, 2009
Fox has installed an up-tempo offense based on the triangle scheme used by the Los Angeles Lakers. A pair of sophomore holdovers gives Georgia a foundation for the offense. (Athens Banner-Herald)
It's showtime for Mark Fox's Bulldogs Nov 13, 2009
Fox has installed a variation of the triangle offense, famously used by Phil Jackson with the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers and less famously by others, including Fox at Nevada and, for that matter, Slonaker at Mercer. "It's good," Thompkins, who averaged 12. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Prospective groom drops ring from hot air balloon Nov 13, 2009
Dallas Mavericks (0-1) at Los Angeles Lakers (1-0), 10:30 p.m.. The defending NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers shoot for their second straight win in the young season when they welcome the Dallas Mavericks to Staples Center. (Fresno Bee)
Recap: LA Lakers vs. Phoenix Nov 13, 2009
Kobe Bryant finished with 29 points and Andrew Bynum had 26 points and 15 rebounds, as the Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Phoenix Suns, 121-102, at Staples Center ... Kobe Bryant finished with 29 points and Andrew Bynum had 26 points and 15 rebounds, as the Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Phoenix Suns, 121-102, at Staples Center ... The Los Angeles Lakers ran all over the NBA's speediest team. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Suns (8-1) roll Nov 12, 2009
Nov. 11: Countdowns Keith Olbermann talks with Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar about his battle with a rare form of leukemia ... The Suns tuned up for their early season showdown against the Los Angeles Lakers with a dominating 124-104 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Suns take higher flightin big win against Hornets Nov 12, 2009
If they hold on to the NBA's best record after playing at the Los Angeles Lakers Thursday night, greater expectations might be cleared for take-off. The Suns' play continues to dismiss preseason concerns about defense, rebounding, depth and perimeter shooting. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Sports teams: Flu not impacting attendance Nov 12, 2009
The Suns have upcoming high profile games against league heavyweight the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers. The did not respond to requests for comment about any impact the H1N1 flu might be having on ticket demand. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Lakers' Jackson clarifies: Gasol still day to day Nov 12, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers' Phil Jackson clarifies: Pau Gasol still day to day - ESPN. Updated: November 12, 2009, 1:35 AM ET. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Leukemia found in Abdul-Jabbar Nov 11, 2009
Citing the way Los Angeles Lakers teammate Magic Johnson brought awareness to HIV, Abdul-Jabbar said he wants to do the same for his form of blood cancer, which can be fatal if left untreated. I ve never been a person to share my private life. (Boston Globe)
Miller, Blake both starting in Blazers' three-guard lineup Nov 11, 2009
Before the win, McMillan referenced the Triangle offense made famous by Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson as factoring into his decision to play Miller and Blake at the same time ... But what happens when Portland faces big-name opponents led by big-time shooting guards, such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Orlando Magic and Detroit Pistons. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Warriors open to trade Jackson Nov 11, 2009
Jackson relinquished his role as team captain after being suspended for two preseason games when he and Nelson got into a heated exchange during an exhibition game against the Los Angeles Lakers in October. The suspension cost Jackson approximately 139,000 dollars, and since then the tension between he and the Warriors has grown. (Xinhuanet, China)
NBA great Abdul-Jabbar's leukemia not life threatening Nov 11, 2009
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar speaks to fans after his jersey number 33 was retired by the Bucks at halftime of an NBA basketball game between the Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nov. 21, 2007. Jabbar played for the Bucks from 1969-75, then played for the Lakers. (Xinhuanet, China)
Shaquille O'Neal, Wife Splitting Up Nov 11, 2009
Shaquille O'Neal is a 15-time All-Star center with four NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat. He was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Cleveland Cavaliers in June. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Premiere Of Kardashian Wedding Special Dunks Network Record Among Women 18-34 Nov 10, 2009
The Nov. 8 telecast, chronicling the Sept. 27 nuptials of Khloe Kardashian and Los Angeles Lakers star Lamar Odom, averaged a 3. 92 rating from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on against women 18 to 34, the best in the Comcast-owned service history and a 256% above the time slot for the past four weeks, according to Nielsen data. (Multichannel News)
Celtics are poised for big score in digital game Nov 10, 2009
The Celtics, with 445,000 fans, are the second most popular NBA team on Facebook, behind the Los Angeles Lakers. In coming weeks, the Celtics are planning to launch Club Green Kids, a children s club that will rely largely on e-mail and online efforts to communicate with members. (Boston Globe)
Kobe Bryant scores 28 as Lakers roll to 5th straight win, beating Hornets 104-88 Nov 9, 2009
New Orleans Hornets' Bobby Brown, right, shoots over Los Angeles Lakers' Jordan Farmar in the first half of a NBA basketball game in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 ... LOS ANGELES (AP) Kobe Bryant scored 28 points, Shannon Brown added 15 and the Los Angeles Lakers thrived again without their top two big men, beating the New Orleans Hornets 104-88 Sunday night. (FOX61, CT)
Kobe Gets 28 In Lakers' 5th Straight Win Nov 9, 2009
(AP) LOS ANGELES (AP) - Kobe Bryant scored 28 points, Shannon Brown added 15 and the Los Angeles Lakers thrived again without their top two big men, beating the New Orleans Hornets 104-88 Sunday night. DJ Mbenga had 10 points and 12 rebounds for the defending NBA champions, who easily won their fifth straight game and their second in a row without injured center Andrew Bynum and forward Pau Gasol. (CBS News)
Suns off to hot start Nov 9, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Roy's new book: Read an from "Hard Work: A Life On and Off the Court". (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA: Bryant reaches milestone Nov 9, 2009
By The Associated Press Monday, November 09, 2009. Ron Artest had 19 points and seven assists in the fourth straight win for the defending NBA champions, who played without injured big men Andrew Bynum and Pau Gasol. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Kobe drops 28 on Hornets in Lakers' fifth straight win Nov 9, 2009
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant dunks the ball over New Orleans Hornets center Emeka Okafor in the first half on Sunday. The Lakers won 104-88 at home. (USA Today -- Sports)
Peterson benched by Scott Nov 9, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- When Hornets Coach Byron Scott met with shooting guard Morris Peterson following Saturday afternoon's practice to tell Peterson he'd been inactive for Sunday night's game against the Los Angeles Lakers, it wasn't as if Peterson hadn't heard such news before. A year ago, though troubled by injuries, Peterson lost his starting job to Rasual Butler and even when he regained his health, Peterson could not work his way back into Scott's rotation. (Nola.com -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Lakers 104, Hornets 88 Nov 9, 2009
Sunday, November 8, 2009 New Orleans Hornets - Los Angeles Lakers Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com ... Los Angeles, CA (Sports Network) - Kobe Bryant had 28 points -- 26 in a strong first half -- to lead the Los Angeles Lakers in a 104-88 drubbing of the New Orleans Hornets at Staples Center. (USA Today -- Sports)
Bryant, Lakers burn Hornets Nov 9, 2009
Why else would Scott choose this, of all nights, to toss Brown into a potential inferno, making him the starting two guard against the Los Angeles Lakers and their other-worldly shooting guard Kobe Bryant. The query elicited laughs from both. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Bryant's strong first half helps Lakers down Hornets Nov 9, 2009
(Sports Network) - Kobe Bryant had 28 points -- 26 in a strong first half -- to lead the Los Angeles Lakers in a 104-88 drubbing of the New Orleans Hornets at Staples Center. Bryant shot 10-of-16 in the first half and sat out a large portion of the second half for the Lakers, who have won six of their first seven games. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Paul's scoring more no new trend Nov 8, 2009
"There's no frustration. I'm fine," Paul, a two-time All-Star and one-time league MVP runner-up, said before the Hornets departed for a three-game West Coast road trip that begins tonight in Staples Center against the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers. "The only thing is I just want to win. It's not like everyone is blowing it up to be. "You know, it's funny. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Devin Brown set to replace Peterson Nov 8, 2009
Disappointed with the production at his two-guard spot, Byron Scott said he will start Devin Brown tonight against the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers and put Morris Peterson on the inactive list. "It's a 2-4 start, and I'm not really getting anything out of Mo at the starting two guard," Scott said after practice at the Alario Center. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets set to hit rough part of schedule Nov 7, 2009
Tonight's visit by the Mavs, a bitter Southwest Division foe, is followed by Friday night's home game against All-Star Chris Bosh and the Toronto Raptors before the team departs on its first West-Coast excursion of the season with games against the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers (Sunday) and Phoenix Suns (Nov. 11) wrapped around one against the L.A. Clippers. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Sykes, Lopez set out to fill late-night TV void Nov 7, 2009
"Eva Longoria-Parker, Ellen DeGeneres and Los Angeles Lakers basketball star Kobe Bryant are the scheduled debut night guests for Lopez. Sykes will welcome Mary Lynn Rajskub of "24," Daryl "Chill" Mitchell of "Brothers" and "The Amazing Race" host Phil Keoghan.John Ridley, head writer for Sykes, said he's wary of asserting that the show will "blow apart" the late-night model."If you look at all the shows, they're not different. Are we going to have a monologue. (MSNBC -- Television)
Anthony's road from rookie to weekly MVP Nov 7, 2009
" After five flawless games, Anthony feels just right. Anthony was the 3rd pick of the 2003 NBA draft by the Nuggets, behind LeBron James and Darko Millicic. In his rookie season he turned the Denver Nuggets from a mediocre team to a playoff one. He lead the team in scoring with 21.0 points per game and is the only second player in history to lead his team in scoring as a rookie since David Robinson of San Antonio Spurs during the 1989-1990 season. He led his team to the playoffs with a 43-39... (Xinhuanet, China)
Rondo takes issue with Paul Nov 7, 2009
Behind the Celtics' big three, Rondo won a NBA championship in 2008 when Boston defeated the Los Angeles Lakers. "He is a great point guard who has won an NBA championship, which is something I hope to achieve," Paul said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Kobes 41 leads Lakers Nov 7, 2009
Bryant scored 41 points while becoming the youngest player to reach 24,000, leading the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers to a 114-98 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night. Scoring basket after basket on turnaround jumpers and inside moves against the undersized Memphis defenders in the low post, Bryant carried the Lakers while reaching the milestone 38 days before Wilt Chamberlain did. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hill: LeBron, Kobe joining forces? Its believable Nov 7, 2009
Mark J. Terrill / ASSOCIATED PRESSIf the latest rumor comes true with free agency in 2010, the Los Angeles Lakers would feature LeBron James, left, and Kobe Bryant, the respective MVPs in the past two seasons. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
The new faces of late-night television Nov 7, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Lopez and Sykes bring diversity to the networks' white man's club. (Florida Today)
