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Seemed like the likely outcome; the only question was the timing. Glad to have him around.
February 11, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Seemed like the likely outcome; the only question was the timing. Glad to have him around.
Good addition for the #Lakers to get some much needed Center depth (and a different profile). Curious who gets waived for this signing since it doesn't seem like a 2-way deal.
FROM SHAMS:
Free agent 7-footer Alex Len will sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, agent Mike Lelchitski tells ESPN. Len intended to sign with the Pacers but has decided to land in LA after the Lakers rescinded the Mark Williams trade and created new opportunity. https://t.co/pjqV5HaK4n
Free agent 7-footer Alex Len will sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, agent Mike Lelchitski tells ESPN. Len intended to sign with the Pacers but has decided to land in LA after the Lakers rescinded the Mark Williams trade and created new opportunity. https://t.co/pjqV5HaK4n
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FROM SHAMS:
Free agent 7-footer Alex Len will sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, agent Mike Lelchitski tells ESPN. Len intended to sign with the Pacers but has decided to land in LA after the Lakers rescinded the Mark Williams trade and created new opportunity. https://t.co/pjqV5HaK4n
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February 11, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Good addition for the #Lakers to get some much needed Center depth (and a different profile). Curious who gets waived for this signing since it doesn't seem like a 2-way deal.
Sheesh!
In the Lakers last 15 games they are a +130 overall. In that same stretch there is not a *single* rotation player who has a negative plus/minus:
Austin +120
Bron +101
DFS +94
Rui +82
Vando +59
Hayes +59
Gabe +51
Even Max (+60), AD (+31), & Dalton (+6) are positives.
Austin +120
Bron +101
DFS +94
Rui +82
Vando +59
Hayes +59
Gabe +51
Even Max (+60), AD (+31), & Dalton (+6) are positives.
February 11, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Sheesh!
Really puzzled by the omission of #UCLA on the latest poll. They beat ranked teams and are on a long win streak, but they aren't anywhere in the top 25.
That was a wild weekend of men’s college basketball...
◻️ Florida, Tennessee stabilize
◻️ Arizona moving up
◻️ St. John’s in top 10 for the first time since 2000
The latest AP Poll and analysis: www.nytimes.com/athletic/612...
◻️ Florida, Tennessee stabilize
◻️ Arizona moving up
◻️ St. John’s in top 10 for the first time since 2000
The latest AP Poll and analysis: www.nytimes.com/athletic/612...
February 10, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Really puzzled by the omission of #UCLA on the latest poll. They beat ranked teams and are on a long win streak, but they aren't anywhere in the top 25.
LaMelo and Luka, the latter for the ratings.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver will select two injury replacements for the All-Star game with Anthony Davis (adductor strain) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf strain) out for a period of time.
February 10, 2025 at 2:44 AM
LaMelo and Luka, the latter for the ratings.
Damn. He's been a rock lately, it's rough to see this happen. I was rooting for him.
FROM SHAMS:
Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis is expected to miss multiple weeks with a left adductor strain, sources tell ESPN. His absence could stretch to a month.
Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis is expected to miss multiple weeks with a left adductor strain, sources tell ESPN. His absence could stretch to a month.
February 10, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Damn. He's been a rock lately, it's rough to see this happen. I was rooting for him.
Being completely honest, I haven't watched much of this SB for many reasons but I can't say I'm that surprised by the result. Didn't expect the Chiefs to even get past the Bills.
February 10, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Being completely honest, I haven't watched much of this SB for many reasons but I can't say I'm that surprised by the result. Didn't expect the Chiefs to even get past the Bills.
Very impactful signing for the #Dodgers; glad to see him back.
Kiké Hernández announced where he's signing as only he could: with a picture of his middle finger in the air.
Dodgers Fan Favorite Announces He's Returning to Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Dodgers are bringing back a fan favorite utility player, which he announced himself on social media Sunday.
buff.ly
February 9, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Very impactful signing for the #Dodgers; glad to see him back.
Wut. Going to be interested in finding out what this condition was and why they couldn't figure out something else to make it work.
from the Lakers: "The trade between the Charlotte Hornets and the Los Angeles Lakers has been rescinded due to failure to satisfy a condition of the trade."
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February 9, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Wut. Going to be interested in finding out what this condition was and why they couldn't figure out something else to make it work.
Instant reaction: is that its an overpay. I get that he's young, timeline matches Luka, and exciting on offense. But, seems steep for a player that has a lot of injuries and is questionable on D. Also, shooting took a hit.
Would've expected/hoped that this type of offer could've got Myles. #Lakers
Would've expected/hoped that this type of offer could've got Myles. #Lakers
BREAKING: The Lakers have acquired Mark Williams from the Hornets, team sources confirm to @jovanbuha.bsky.social.
Los Angeles will send Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap to Charlotte.
Los Angeles will send Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap to Charlotte.
February 6, 2025 at 5:53 AM
Instant reaction: is that its an overpay. I get that he's young, timeline matches Luka, and exciting on offense. But, seems steep for a player that has a lot of injuries and is questionable on D. Also, shooting took a hit.
Would've expected/hoped that this type of offer could've got Myles. #Lakers
Would've expected/hoped that this type of offer could've got Myles. #Lakers
Looks like #Galaxy were doing a lot of cost-cutting after winning MLS cup, but this addition should help manage some of the losses in attack from sales/injuries.
It should be interesting and hopefully Reus starts to feel more comfortable because Puig is a big loss.
It should be interesting and hopefully Reus starts to feel more comfortable because Puig is a big loss.
🟡 Sources: LA Galaxy have agreed a deal to acquire forward Christian Ramirez from the Columbus Crew.
Amercia de Cali pushed hard for Ramirez, but ultimately he's headed to the Galaxy. Galaxy get new starting center forward.
SoCal kid, coming home.
www.givemesport.com/la-galaxy-ag...
Amercia de Cali pushed hard for Ramirez, but ultimately he's headed to the Galaxy. Galaxy get new starting center forward.
SoCal kid, coming home.
www.givemesport.com/la-galaxy-ag...
LA Galaxy agree deal to sign Christian Ramirez from Columbus: Sources
The LA Galaxy have agreed a deal to acquire forward Christian Ramirez from the Columbus Crew, sources tell GIVEMESPORT.
www.givemesport.com
February 5, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Looks like #Galaxy were doing a lot of cost-cutting after winning MLS cup, but this addition should help manage some of the losses in attack from sales/injuries.
It should be interesting and hopefully Reus starts to feel more comfortable because Puig is a big loss.
It should be interesting and hopefully Reus starts to feel more comfortable because Puig is a big loss.
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Dodgers Notes: Brasier traded, Yates finalized, Vesia avoids arb, Kershaw's status, Kopech's arm, NRIs - By: Chad Moriyama
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Dodgers Notes: Brasier traded, Yates finalized, Vesia avoids arb, Kershaw’s status, Kopech’s arm, NRIs - Dodgers Digest
There's actually quite a bit of news stuffed into here, as none of it is impactful enough to get its
dodgersdigest.com
February 5, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Dodgers Notes: Brasier traded, Yates finalized, Vesia avoids arb, Kershaw's status, Kopech's arm, NRIs - By: Chad Moriyama
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The #Dodgers really upgraded two wild card (not often in a good way) arms in the bullpen from the World Series winning team to two of the top BP arms from last season.
Sheesh.
Sheesh.
Kirby Yates' contract with the #Dodgers includes a bonus but no deferrals.
Dodgers Rumors: Kirby Yates Received Signing Bonus & No Deferrals
Kirby Yates' one-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly includes a $3 million signing bonus and no deferred money.
buff.ly
February 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
The #Dodgers really upgraded two wild card (not often in a good way) arms in the bullpen from the World Series winning team to two of the top BP arms from last season.
Sheesh.
Sheesh.
Re: Luka-AD trade -- The #Lakers are going to be fun for years to come. I would've liked to see AD/Bron + a big addition to round out the roster for the playoffs. But, it's hard to say no to adding Luka for the present/future.
Thank you AD! Hope they will add his jersey to the rafters.
Thank you AD! Hope they will add his jersey to the rafters.
two basketball players are hugging each other in front of a sign that says nba finals
ALT: two basketball players are hugging each other in front of a sign that says nba finals
media.tenor.com
February 5, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Re: Luka-AD trade -- The #Lakers are going to be fun for years to come. I would've liked to see AD/Bron + a big addition to round out the roster for the playoffs. But, it's hard to say no to adding Luka for the present/future.
Thank you AD! Hope they will add his jersey to the rafters.
Thank you AD! Hope they will add his jersey to the rafters.