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INSANE: 5 | Vintage Vibes

A look back at the Lakers team that started the Showtime era

A look at the 1979-80 Lakers, who started a golden era for the franchise and helped make the NBA into what it is today.

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Jimmy Butler had a perfect reason why he called out his shot while he completed a skyhook

It sounded like Jimmy Butler was playing H.O.R.S.E. against the Bulls.

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Airplane!: "When stupidity is elevated"

The writers-directors of the 1980 comedy discuss their new book, smart casting and jokes that might not play today

Salon

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Writer compares Victor Wembanyama to Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Is Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar an appropriate comparison for incoming rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama?

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar doesn’t think Magic Johnson is the greatest point guard ever

Despite winning five NBA championships with him on the Lakers, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar ranks another point guard ahead of Magic Johnson.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Picks Greatest Point Guard Ever, and It Isn’t Magic Johnson

The NBA legend believes another former teammate is the greatest point guard of all time.

Sports Illustrated

10 greatest Lakers teams that didn’t win the NBA championship: No. 1

A look at one of the greatest Lakers teams that didn't win the NBA championship.

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10 greatest Lakers teams that didn’t win the NBA championship: No. 3

A look at one of the greatest Lakers teams that didn't win the NBA championship.

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10 greatest Lakers teams that didn’t win the NBA championship: No. 7

A look at one of the greatest Lakers teams that didn't win the NBA championship.

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Fact vs Fiction: Winning Time season 2 episode 4 — did Kareem Abdul-Jabbar want to be traded to the Knicks?

After Winning Time season 2 episode 4, viewers have questions about whether or not Kareem wanted to be traded. Plus, what happened in Salt Lake City?

WhatToWatch

The statistical milestones LeBron James can reach this coming season

A look at how the 2023-24 season could be another historic one for LeBron James in terms of individual accomplishments.

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Fact vs Fiction: Winning Time season 2 episode 1 — did Magic want Kareem benched?

After Winning Time season 2 episode 1, viewers have questions about Magic's issues with Kareem in the summer of 1980, Magic's son Andre and more.

WhatToWatch

HBO’s Winning Time is a delicate dance of intention and improv, not unlike the 1980s Lakers

HBO's Winning Time contrasts on two basketball philosophies. Did the cast prefer structure like Paul Westhead or improv like Pat Riley?

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Shaquille O’Neal Shares His Top 10 Greatest NBA Players

The NBA Hall of Famer weighed in on his top 10 all-time greatest players.

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NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar speaks to 49ers after training camp practice

The 49ers had a special visitor at practice on Tuesday.

Cinemablend

HBO’s Winning Time Producers Talk About The Show Eventually Reaching The Kobe Bryant And Shaquille O'Neal Era

The producers behind Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty weigh in on possibly adapting

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Shaquille O’Neal responds to Julius Erving’s list of 10 greatest NBA players ever

Julius Erving recently gave his list of his 10 greatest NBA players, and Lakers great Shaquille O'Neal responded with his own ranking.

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How LeBron James’s Jersey Retirement Case Stacks Up to Other Lakers Legends

Here’s how the superstar forward’s L.A. career compares to the 12 Hall of Famers whose numbers have been retired by the iconic franchise.

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The Independent UK

From high school sweethearts to parents of three: A timeline of LeBron and Savannah James’ relationship

The pair, who have been together since high school, officially tied the knot in 2013

The Independent UK

From high school sweethearts to parents of three: A timeline of LeBron and Savannah James’ relationship

The pair, who have been together since high school, officially tied the knot in 2013

Sports Illustrated

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama Practicing Skyhook as Possible Addition to Repertoire

San Antonio’s No. 1 draft pick could become even more difficult to defend.

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James Worthy on whether LeBron James deserves a Lakers statue

Former Lakers great James Worthy gave his opinion of whether LeBron James has done enough with the team to earn a statue.

Cinemablend

The Star Wars Movie Winning Time’s Writers Say Best Describes Season 2

Winning Time writers/EPs Max Borenstein and Rodney Barnes believe Season 2 is, in some ways, similar to a specific Star Wars movie.

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Gabe Vincent puts LeBron James and Kobe Bryant on his five greatest players list

Gabe Vincent, who recently joined the Lakers, put multiple Purple and Gold superstars on his list of the five greatest NBA players ever.

France 24

French basketball star Wembanyama gets reality check in NBA Summer League debut

NBA top draft pick Victor Wembanyama delivered a lacklustre performance in his long-awaited San Antonio debut, struggling for long stretches as the Spurs defeated Charlotte 76-68 in an NBA Summer League contest Friday.

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