LeBron James and the Lakers will wear Kobe Bryant's "Black Mamba" jerseys in the playoffs. James must play like Kobe if he wants to beat Damian Lillard.

Democratic "rising stars" will give keynote address at DNC, Trump to campaign in battleground states, Lakers begin quest for NBA championship and more news to start your day.

The Naismith Basketball Memorial Hall of Fame said on Friday the enshrinement ceremony for the Class of 2020, a nine-member group that includes the late Kobe Bryant, will take place May 13 to 15 next year at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut.

The Naismith Basketball Memorial Hall of Fame said on Friday the enshrinement ceremony for the Class of 2020, a nine-member group that includes the late Kobe Bryant, will take place May 13 to 15 next year at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut.

Kings end season with victory over Lakers  Reuters.com

Harrison Barnes scored 25 points as the Sacramento Kings defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, 112-106, on Tuesday night near Orlando.

Balanced Kings top Pelicans in each team's penultimate game  Reuters

A story circulated by social media users makes the claim that the National Basketball Association (NBA) asked U.S. President Donald Trump to resign, stating that otherwise the league would “never play again.” This claim is untrue and originally stems from a s…

It's far from time for the Los Angeles Lakers to panic, but following a 113-97 loss to the Houston Rockets on Thursday, they're now 2-3 in the NBA 's reboot...

LeBron James has said he has no qualms about losing U.S. President Donald Trump as a viewer as the Los Angeles Lakers forward defended NBA players for kneeling in protest before games.

The Los Angeles Lakers ' strengths include a roster featuring LeBron James and Anthony Davis, a top-flight defense and a clinched No. 1 seed in the West, so their weaknesses aren't always obvious or particularly concerning...

Paul, Thunder down cold-shooting Lakers  Reuters

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James wished his friend a happy birthday Tuesday. It just so happens that his friend is the 44th president of the United States...

Lakers dump Jazz, wrap up West's No. 1 seed  Reuters

Jokic, Porter help Nuggets defeat Thunder in OT  Reuters

Kyle Lowry stars in the Toronto Raptors' 107-92 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Orlando.

Raptors coach Nick Nurse isn't worried if opponents are overlooking his team as a title contender, saying "we know we're tough to beat," while adding that he thinks the team can still play better after Saturday's 107-92 win over the Lakers.

Lowry scores 33 as Raptors cruise past Lakers  Reuters

Kyle Lowry posted 33 points, 14 rebounds and six assists as the Toronto Raptors defeated the Los Angeles Lakers, 107-92 on Saturday at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Florida...

The Dallas Cowboys were ranked the world's most valuable sports team for a fifth consecutive year according to an annual list published by Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2020/07/31/the-worlds-most-valuable-sports-teams-2020/#5bbf3b2b3c74 …

The Dallas Cowboys were ranked the world's most valuable sports team for a fifth consecutive year according to an annual list published by Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2020/07/31/the-worlds-most-valuable-sports-teams-2020/#5bbf3b2b3c74 …

The Lakers' LeBron James sees progress in the fight against systemic racism, but says key is to maintain the momentum.

An NBA season like no other resumes inside a bio-secure bubble in Orlando this week, following a four-and-a-half month break, in what will probably be the most uniquely challenging title run in the 74-year history of the league.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) resumes this week, more than four months after the COVID-19 outbreak forced the abrupt suspension of the season.

RT @LakersNation: Max Christie isn't surprised to see 'superhuman' LeBron James coming back for a 21st season. https://t.co/fnBe2Jqv80 http…

RT @lakerscook: If any other team but the lakers won the championship in 2020 the word “Bubble” wouldn’t even be associated with the 2020 t…

RT @DoingCigarettes: I’m 100% serious xxxtentacion might have been the worst rapper of all time

Max Christie isn't surprised to see 'superhuman' LeBron James coming back for a 21st season. https://t.co/fnBe2Jqv80 https://t.co/zgEkmUid9a

RT @LakersLead: THIS LAKERS WALLPAPER >>>> https://t.co/O3tfIR1xyw

RT @EtienneCatalan: Jalen Hood-Schifino official #Lakers threads with No. 0. #NBA https://t.co/poijnxo63u

RT @LakersLead: THIS LAKERS WALLPAPER >>>> https://t.co/O3tfIR1xyw

Lakers News: Pundit Praises LA For Summer Free Agency Signings https://t.co/D5DGGhYJHI

RT @shpillo_: @ChiefOttoSosa @NBAMemes ngl that 2020 Lakers team was so peak. plus AD’s best year, plus Bron could still completely takeove…

RT @CrinerDelvin: Lakers don’t show Kobe enough love for me it’s lowkey like they forgot about him he needs a statue or some

RT @automaticnba: Lakers fans who used to really clown LeBron and his fans turning into some of the biggest Bron fans today is just hilario…

RT @LakersNation: WATCH: LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Paul honored Carmelo Anthony at the ESPYs. https://t.co/kuvRKqWFEJ https://t.c…

RT @LakeShowYo: “That’s what they call him now? The Lakers’ Daddy? God bless his soul. This shit ain’t over… God bless his soul.” -Darvin…

RT @Trevor_Lane: Yes, the Lakers need another big but the “positional size” they have on the roster is noticeable: Guards DLo 6’4” Reaves…

RT @lakerscook: If any other team but the lakers won the championship in 2020 the word “Bubble” wouldn’t even be associated with the 2020 t…

RT @EtienneCatalan: Jalen Hood-Schifino official #Lakers threads with No. 0. #NBA https://t.co/poijnxo63u

RT @LakeShowYo: “That’s what they call him now? The Lakers’ Daddy? God bless his soul. This shit ain’t over… God bless his soul.” -Darvin…

RT @LV_Dalton: Per Source : Christian Wood is waiting to see how the landscape is and taking his time. The money isn’t what he expected but…

RT @LakeShowYo: “That’s what they call him now? The Lakers’ Daddy? God bless his soul. This shit ain’t over… God bless his soul.” -Darvin…

Cory Vitarelli recognized before Lakers game tonight. Fans gave the newly retired player a standing ovation https://t.co/Jj4UlLBUlI

RT @LakersNation: I was interested in Jordan Walsh as a potential second-round guy for the Lakers and he's showing me I'm not too dumb

RT @Lakers: Rooks reppin’ the Purple & Gold https://t.co/Ar7lY7antU

RT @Lakers: Rooks reppin’ the Purple & Gold https://t.co/Ar7lY7antU

RT @Lakers: Rui in the building https://t.co/ZoTszDK2A5

RT @LakeShowYo: “That’s what they call him now? The Lakers’ Daddy? God bless his soul. This shit ain’t over… God bless his soul.” -Darvin…

RT @LakeShowYo: “That’s what they call him now? The Lakers’ Daddy? God bless his soul. This shit ain’t over… God bless his soul.” -Darvin…

RT @LegionHoops: Darvin Ham after Mike Malone was mentioned in the ThisLeague UnCut Pod: “Oh wow, you’re gonna bring up Money Mike, man? T…

RT @EtienneCatalan: Jalen Hood-Schifino official #Lakers threads with No. 0. #NBA https://t.co/poijnxo63u

RT @KevinOConnorNBA: Max Christie through five summer league games: 19.8 points 5.8 rebounds 3.8 assists 55% from 3 96.8% FT It'll be to…

RT @BamaProUpdates: Boston 95, Los Angeles Lakers 90. J.D. Davison - 26 minutes, 11 points (2-5 2pg, 1-3 3pg, 4-4FT), 11 rebounds, 6 assis…

RT @Jody_McFly: Niggas gone be mad all season when Laker fans hyping up Cam Reddish after every good move he make lol

RT @AnthonyIrwinLA: Lakers Twitter when the Lakers lose one (1) game https://t.co/tP1ZK4EVra

RT @Lakers: Undrafted -- Unreal The story of Austin Reaves. https://t.co/KZ1FQN2UNL

RT @Lakers: “The first thing that came to my mind was Kobe Bryant.” https://t.co/iTGb9cP6VK

RT @KevinOConnorNBA: Max Christie through five summer league games: 19.8 points 5.8 rebounds 3.8 assists 55% from 3 96.8% FT It'll be to…

RT @AnthonyIrwinLA: Lakers Twitter when the Lakers lose one (1) game https://t.co/tP1ZK4EVra

RT @RMBoysHoops: Lakers News: Darvin Ham ‘Excited’ About Young Guard, Praises Summer League Play - Sports Illustrated https://t.co/8wk6x7YJ…

RT @KevinOConnorNBA: Max Christie through five summer league games: 19.8 points 5.8 rebounds 3.8 assists 55% from 3 96.8% FT It'll be to…

LeBron is a race-baiting piece of garbage, but he tricked the media into talking about a fake retirement instead of the Lakers getting swept by the Nuggets. As I wrote in my article, Jordan > LeBron forever and always. https://t.co/Um8rT8kYsk https://t.co/nzXChbOGAc

RT @LoJoMedia: Max Christie reacts to @KingJames announcing he will be returning for his 21st season and the best advice he’s given him #La…