Western Conference Playoff Matchups
Posted by Séan Milligan on April 18th, 2013
The Western Conference will provide some electric first round series and a couple opportunities for upsets. (more)
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Posts Tagged ‘Los Angeles Lakers’
Phil Jackson Itching to Reenter NBA
Posted by Séan Milligan on April 17th, 2013
When the Mike Brown debacle was unfolding for the Lakers early on in the 2012-2013 season there was two names thrown out for consideration for Lakers head coach: Phil Jackson and Mike D’Antoni. (more)
Celtics vs. Lakers Recap: Celtics Start a Different Streak
Posted by Séan Milligan on February 21st, 2013
With a photo tribute and a speech from Kobe Bryant about late owner Jerry Buss before the game, it was hard to imagine the Lakers not pulling everything together for the win. Unfortunately for Celtics fans, that’s exactly what happened. (more)
Lakers vs. Celtics Preview: The West Coast Swing Continues
Posted by Séan Milligan on February 20th, 2013
Coming off a tough loss in Denver where the aging team blew what was once a nine point lead to lose 97-90, the Celtics head to Los Angeles to play the rival Lakers in the teams’ second and last meeting of the season. (more)
Celtics vs. Raptors Recap
Posted by Séan Milligan on February 7th, 2013
Last night the Celtics (25-23) traveled to Toronto to play the division basement dwelling Raptors (17-32). Kevin Garnett took over the scoring load with 27 points and 10 rebounds in the 99-95 victory. (more)
This Week in Boston (February 4-10)
Posted by Séan Milligan on February 4th, 2013
In the 61st installment of one of college hockey’s greatest traditions, Boston University, Boston College, Harvard, and Northeastern will square off in the Beanpot Tournament. BU and Northeastern play in the early game (5pm) with BC and Harvard set to take the ice at (more)
Lakers Hire Mike D’Antoni
Posted by Emily on November 13th, 2012
In a dramatic saga, the Los Angeles Lakers fired Mike Brown on Friday, just five games into the season. Then they toyed with rehiring Phil Jackson to take his place. Then, late on Sunday, they stunned the NBA by hiring Mike D’Antoni. Even D’Antoni’s agent had expected Jackson to get the job. (more)
Lakers Set to Retire Shaq’s No. 34
Posted by Andy on August 31st, 2012
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor future Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal by retiring his No. 34 jersey. The ceremony will take place during LA’s April 2nd game against the Dallas Mavericks. O’Neal is one of three Lakers to be honored this season. (more)
Derek Fisher Joins Thunder in Pursuit of 6th NBA Title
Posted by Andy on March 22nd, 2012
15-year veteran PG Derek Fisher will continue his NBA career with the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder one week after being traded to the Houston Rockets, surrendering his $3.4 million contract next season to secure a buyout and join a contender. (more)
Gasol, Lakers Deny Celtics in OT
Posted by Andy on February 10th, 2012
Paul Pierce had a clear shot at the hoop in the final seconds of overtime, just missing the potential go-ahead bucket before Pau Gasol blocked the ensuing Ray Allen attempt for the LA Lakers to win over the Boston Celtics 88-87 Thursday night at TD Garden. (more)