Los Angeles Lakers

Dahntay Jones of the Atlanta Hawks defends against Kobe Bryant on March 13, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. Bryant was injured on the final play of the game when he twisted his ankle after coming down on Jones' foot. (Credit: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Take a Closer Look: Did Dahntay Jones Really ‘Trip’ Kobe Bryant?

Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers was badly injured while taking the final shot in a 96-92 loss to the Atlanta Hawks Wednesday night. Dahntay Jones, who defended Bryant hard on the play, was hit with a rash of negative attention from NBA fans claiming he intentionally tripped Kobe. Let’s take a closer look…

2013/03/14

Kobe Bryant And Phil Jackson Address The Media

Phil Jackson Return Depends on Right Team, Right Position, Right Price

In his latest encounter with the 11-time champion, SI contributor Jack McCallum talked to Phil Jackson about the state of basketball, whether he’ll ever coach again, and of course, the struggling Lakers. He shared his thoughts on that interview with Holden and Danny, and wouldn’t you know? Phil has the itch to be back in the NBA.

2013/02/20

Dr. Jerry Buss (credit: Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

LA Lakers Owner Jerry Buss Dead At 79

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss has died at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, CBS2 News confirmed Monday. He was 79 years old.

2013/02/18

(Credit: Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Wizards Come Up Short, Falling To The Lakers 102-96

A night after joking about wanting to face the Washington Generals, the Harlem Globetrotters’ longtime foils, Bryant scored 30 points, and reserve Jodie Meeks added 24, helping the Lakers beat the Wizards 102-96 on Friday to end a four-game losing streak.

106.7 The Fan–2012/12/14

NBA Western Conference Semifinal Matchups And Predictions

The first round of the NBA Playoffs has come to a close for the Western Conference, and the teams vying to make it into the conference finals are ready for battle. Let’s take a look at the Western Conference semifinal matchups to give you insight into who we think will come out on top.

2012/05/14