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Watch LeBron James leave 76ers practice facility via helicopter

When LeBron James first signed with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason in free agency, one of the initial topics of discussions was where his place of residency would be. During 76ers Media Day on Monday, James confirmed that he would split time between both Philadelphia and New York, and following team practice on Tuesday to […] The post Watch LeBron James leave 76ers practice facility via helicopter appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Luka Doncic makes early impression at Lakers training camp with new roster

The Los Angeles Lakers' first day of training camp is now in the books, and Luka Doncic is taking it one step at a time with a brand-new group around him. Speaking to reporters after the team's Tuesday training camp opener, Doncic got candid about whether there are ways for the Lakers to hasten their on-court chemistry in light of the offseason roster changes. "I honestly don't know," Doncic said. "Some things are going to figure out quicker, sometimes some things are going to figure out later...

Quentin Grimes eagerly anticipating ‘great’ responsibility with Lakers

LOS ANGELES – During a preseason press conference last week, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick acknowledged that Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler would be three of the five starters on opening night when they face off against the Golden State Warriors. Redick has not decided on who his other two starters […] The post Quentin Grimes eagerly anticipating ‘great’ responsibility with Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Austin Reaves reveals biggest lesson from LeBron James

Austin Reaves is preparing for a bigger role with the Lakers, while carrying an important lesson he learned during five seasons alongside LeBron James. Reaves said watching James showed him how much work is required to stay healthy and perform consistently throughout an NBA season. “One of the biggest things I learned from LeBron was […] The post Austin Reaves reveals biggest lesson from LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Lakers’ Bronny James Makes Candid Admission About Carrying LeBron’s Name

Bronny James entered the NBA under intense pressure, constant criticism, and comparisons to his father, LeBron James. Some doubters even questioned whether he earned his Lakers roster spot or benefited mainly from his family name. At Lakers media day, the young guard addressed those concerns directly. He spoke honestly about personal growth, working hard every [...]

Lakers know what they must do to keep Luka Doncic long term

One of Los Angeles Lakers ' main goals for the near future is convincing Luka Doncic to extend with the team. According to ESPN's Brian Windhorst, the Lakers are aware that they need to be successful for Doncic to want to remain with the team. "This is extension zone and I'm gonna tell you, the Lakers organization is very cognizant that they need to be in a good place with Luka at the end of the season so they can get him extended," Windhorst revealed on the Hoop Collective podcast . "There's ...

Why did Draymond Green’s LeBron James recruiting pitch fail? Warriors star reveals theory

It is no secret that Draymond Green did his very best to convince LeBron James to choose the Golden State Warriors after his decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the 41-year-old veteran eventually chose the Philadelphia 76ers and will now be playing alongside the likes of Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown, over Stephen […] The post Why did Draymond Green’s LeBron James recruiting pitch fail? Warriors star reveals theory appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Lakers are ready to open up the offense this season

LOS ANGELES — Media Day arrived on Monday for the Lakers with nine fresh new faces taking the podium. ​No longer with LeBron James, the two leaders of the ball club, Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić, sat down first in a buzzing UCLA Health and Training Center. Walker Kessler, LA’s biggest offseason addition, immediately followed. […]

Shaquille O'Neal explains Mamba mentality, recalls playing with Kobe Bryant

Shaquille O'Neal reflected on his time with Kobe Bryant and explained what the famous Mamba mentality meant to him during their championship years with the Los Angeles Lakers. "Well, it means you have a don't-take-no-for-an-answer attitude," O'Neal said during a visit to Lithuania. "You just got to get it done no matter what it takes. Up by 15, down by 15, we play the same way." O'Neal said he watched Bryant develop that mindset early in his career, before the Lakers became the dominant team t...