Tag: Los Angeles Lakers
NBA free agency began last Thursday and contending teams have gone to work; here is our list of the top offseason winners and losers during NBA free agency 2022. Teams analyzed include the Celtics, Lakers, Timberwolves, Nets, Pelicans and Mavericks. Is Zion Williamson overpaid on the Pelicans? Are the Mavericks worse without Jalen Brunson? Find […]
Mitch Kupchak, the Hornets general manager, commented on forward Miles Bridges when asked about his situation. He said, “As an organization, we love Miles, ok? And we’re going to bring him back. He’s been great for the franchise, and I believe, with his work ethic, he’s only going to get better.” A few weeks ago, […]
NBA teams each season underpay standout players; our team at Basketball Insiders have selected the most underpaid NBA players in 2022. Our basketball experts analyzed these players based on game statistics, recent accomplishments and salary comparisons. Check out our top 10 list of the most underpaid NBA players in 2022 down below. 10.) Tyler Herro […]
One of the most interesting NBA rumors today pertains to Kyrie Irving and the Los Angeles Lakers. The guard has a player option worth $36,934,550 for the 2022-23 season. And Irving has until Wednesday to decide on whether or not to opt-in to earn this amount. Not to mention, the Nets front office are giving […]
Every year, professional sports teams offer undeserving players outrageous contracts; our team at Basketball Insiders have compiled our list of the most overpaid NBA players in 2022. Our basketball analysts based this list on player statistics, latest accomplishments and of course salary comparisons. View our top 10 list of the most overpaid NBA players in […]
One of the latest NBA trade rumors concerns Kyrie Irving and the Nets reaching an impasse; the Lakers, Knicks and Clippers are interested in the 12-year veteran. Of course, on Jul. 6, 2019, Irving signed a four-year, $136.49 million contract with the Nets. Irving has a player option for the 2022-23 season worth $36,503,300. He […]
In Episode 4, Season 5 of “The Shop,” Lakers forward LeBron James was asked if he’d rather play with Stephen Curry and the Warriors or join the Celtics. “It’d be Golden State. I would love to get into a pissing match with Draymond Green. I love when somebody cuss me out,” explained James. In April, […]
On Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers officially named Darvin Ham head coach. General manager Rob Pelinka released a statement: “When someone begins his NBA coaching career at the G League level and goes all the way through playing an integral role on the front bench of an NBA championship team, it really speaks to a […]
Lakers forward LeBron James is now the first active NBA player to become a billionaire. According to Forbes, the 18-time All-Star now has a net worth of $1 billion. Michael Jordan became a billionaire as an owner in 2014. Jordan officially retired from basketball after the 2002-03 season. Plus, Kobe Bryant reached billionaire status during retirement. Based […]
According to multiple sources, the Los Angeles Lakers have no plans to give up a first-round draft pick to trade Russell Westbrook. Per Jovan Buha of The Athletic, teams have been inquiring for Westbrook, and the interested general managers are also seeking a minimum of one first-round draft pick as well. However, the Lakers front […]
