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Off-Season Outlook: Trevor Ariza
Off-Season Outlook: Trevor Ariza
Now that the season is over and the O’Brien Trophy is safely stowed away in the confines of the Staples Center it is time to take a look back at the season that was and what each player must do to continue improving their game and make a repeat a reality. We’re kicking it off with ...
Mitch Kupchak’s Secret Diary
Mitch Kupchak’s Secret Diary
lakeshowlife.com — Kupchak is always on the clock While everybody else in Los Angeles is basking in the afterglow... of a 15 th NBA title, Mitch Kupchak is in bed by 10pm in order to get to the office by 9am. Its business as usual for the general manager of the Los Angeles Lakers. Luckily, through a source that ... (more) Mitch Kupchak’s Secret Diary
Pistons Might Court Lakers Free Agent Trevor Ariza
Pistons Might Court Lakers Free Agent Trevor Ariza
motownstringmusic.com — Pistons Might Court Lakers Free Agent Trevor Ariza The playoffs boosted Ariza's stock for sure, as he... averaged 11.3 points per game and raised his career 3-point FG% from 30% to 48% in this year's post-season. This link also has some pros and cons of four other free agents who probably ... (more) Pistons Might Court Lakers Free Agent Trevor Ariza
Lakers shouldn't expect Bryant to take pay cut | bryant, buss, salary, lakers, odom - Sports
ocregister.com — > EL SEGUNDO – It's downright un-American, really, this notion that Kobe Bryant should swing by the... 11,000-square-foot home Lakers owner Jerry Buss inhabits alone, tear up his player contract and cut his salary for next season and beyond in hopes of ... (more) Lakers shouldn't expect Bryant to take pay cut | bryant, ...
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