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Lakers' LeBron James on his return: “It was just fun to be out there with the guys, man. It’s been rough mentally for me. This is the first time I’ve started a basketball season and not played." My @athlonsports.bsky.social dispatch bit.ly/4p82o7r
November 19, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Lakers' LeBron James on his return: “It was just fun to be out there with the guys, man. It’s been rough mentally for me. This is the first time I’ve started a basketball season and not played." My @athlonsports.bsky.social dispatch bit.ly/4p82o7r
Lakers officially say that LeBron James will be available for tonight's game vs the Jazz. LeBron is currently getting shots up. A mix up of looks from 3 and the free-throw line
November 19, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Lakers officially say that LeBron James will be available for tonight's game vs the Jazz. LeBron is currently getting shots up. A mix up of looks from 3 and the free-throw line
Honored to join @jeffpearlman.bsky.social on his "Two Writers Sligning Yang" podcast. We dive into my latest NBA contract work, my career path, covering Kobe Bryant, the state of the industry and more tinyurl.com/2e6ytx4k
Mark Medina: Longtime NBA writer/reporter
Podcast Episode · Two Writers Slinging Yang · 11/18/2025 · 57m
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November 18, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Honored to join @jeffpearlman.bsky.social on his "Two Writers Sligning Yang" podcast. We dive into my latest NBA contract work, my career path, covering Kobe Bryant, the state of the industry and more tinyurl.com/2e6ytx4k
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LeBron James is nearing his season debut — but how will his return reshape the Lakers? An NBA coach and scout give RG an inside look at his fit, usage and future. Read the full breakdown and share your take.
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NBA Assistant and Scout Share Outlook on LeBron James' Return to Lakers
An NBA scout and assistant coach expressed mixed feelings on LeBron James’ return, fit with Luka Dončić, and if this will be his last season.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
LeBron James is nearing his season debut — but how will his return reshape the Lakers? An NBA coach and scout give RG an inside look at his fit, usage and future. Read the full breakdown and share your take.
via @markgmedina.bsky.social
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via @markgmedina.bsky.social
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What will LeBron James’ return look like? One NBA assistant coach & NBA scout share outlook with @thergmedia.bsky.social on what role LeBron will play, his fit with Luka Dončić, if this will be LeBron’s last season & LeBron's longevity tinyurl.com/32chvac3
November 18, 2025 at 4:58 PM
What will LeBron James’ return look like? One NBA assistant coach & NBA scout share outlook with @thergmedia.bsky.social on what role LeBron will play, his fit with Luka Dončić, if this will be LeBron’s last season & LeBron's longevity tinyurl.com/32chvac3
Given LeBron James' multi-skilled resume and the Lakers' roster, how similar or different will his role be compared to last season? LeBron: "It don't matter I'm a ball player." My @essentiallysports.bsky.social dispatch tinyurl.com/y2adrzds
November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Given LeBron James' multi-skilled resume and the Lakers' roster, how similar or different will his role be compared to last season? LeBron: "It don't matter I'm a ball player." My @essentiallysports.bsky.social dispatch tinyurl.com/y2adrzds
LeBron James said he’ll see how his body responds “in next 24 hours plus” before knowing availability for tomorrow’s game vs Jazz. Following first full practice, LeBron’s voice was raspy after catching his wind and talking in practice. LeBron: “My lungs feel like a newborn baby.”
November 17, 2025 at 8:52 PM
LeBron James said he’ll see how his body responds “in next 24 hours plus” before knowing availability for tomorrow’s game vs Jazz. Following first full practice, LeBron’s voice was raspy after catching his wind and talking in practice. LeBron: “My lungs feel like a newborn baby.”
Lakers coach JJ Redick said LeBron James was a full participant in today’s practice, but his availability is TBD for tomorrow’s game vs the Utah Jazz
November 17, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Lakers coach JJ Redick said LeBron James was a full participant in today’s practice, but his availability is TBD for tomorrow’s game vs the Utah Jazz
@nuggets.bsky.social's Jonas Valančiūnas spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on embracing reserve role, Nikola Jokić's greatness & new NBA All-Star game format. Valančiūnas: on Jokić: "I’ve never seen anybody play at this kind of level. So I’m happy to be a part of it." tinyurl.com/26cn2fwv
‘He’s Buying Into Everything’: Jonas Valanciunas on Nikola Jokic’s Exemplary Mentality, MVP Case and More (Exclusive)
Jonas Valanciunas already knows his Denver Nuggets teammate Nikola Jokic is heading to win the MVP award amid a fiery start to the season.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM
@nuggets.bsky.social's Jonas Valančiūnas spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on embracing reserve role, Nikola Jokić's greatness & new NBA All-Star game format. Valančiūnas: on Jokić: "I’ve never seen anybody play at this kind of level. So I’m happy to be a part of it." tinyurl.com/26cn2fwv
UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on what the late John Wooden would think of transfer portal, Lauren Betts' greatness, lessons learned from Final Four run and why she thinks this season's roster is even better tinyurl.com/3dhyjhps
November 13, 2025 at 5:23 PM
UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on what the late John Wooden would think of transfer portal, Lauren Betts' greatness, lessons learned from Final Four run and why she thinks this season's roster is even better tinyurl.com/3dhyjhps
Agent Mark Bartelstein spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social
about Bradley Beal's season-ending injury, praise for how Clippers managed him, recovery outlook & more: "I don’t have any doubt that he’ll be back at a very high level." tinyurl.com/2r46hbf6
about Bradley Beal's season-ending injury, praise for how Clippers managed him, recovery outlook & more: "I don’t have any doubt that he’ll be back at a very high level." tinyurl.com/2r46hbf6
Exclusive: Bradley Beal’s Agent Mark Bartelstein Reveals Clippers Star’s Injury Details and Recovery Steps
Bradley Beal’s agent Mark Bartelstein details the Clippers star’s hip surgery, recovery plan, and praise for the team’s medical staff.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Agent Mark Bartelstein spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social
about Bradley Beal's season-ending injury, praise for how Clippers managed him, recovery outlook & more: "I don’t have any doubt that he’ll be back at a very high level." tinyurl.com/2r46hbf6
about Bradley Beal's season-ending injury, praise for how Clippers managed him, recovery outlook & more: "I don’t have any doubt that he’ll be back at a very high level." tinyurl.com/2r46hbf6
Atlanta Hawks' Dyson Daniels spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on improving offensive role w/out Trae Young, his mentorship & his outlook on if he can challenge Victor Wembanyama for DPOY: “Wemby is probably going to be a tough one to beat. But I got to go for it." tinyurl.com/3va6bx5p
November 12, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Atlanta Hawks' Dyson Daniels spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on improving offensive role w/out Trae Young, his mentorship & his outlook on if he can challenge Victor Wembanyama for DPOY: “Wemby is probably going to be a tough one to beat. But I got to go for it." tinyurl.com/3va6bx5p
USC women's basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on the team's transfers, adjusting without JuJu Watkins & her spirits following her injury. Gottlieb on JuJu: "She’s approaching this with a great mindset." tinyurl.com/35sndsds
Exclusive: USC Trojans' Lindsay Gottlieb Provides JuJu Watkins Update Amid ACL Tear Recovery
Amidst a season of transition, Lindsay Gottlieb opened up about JuJu Watkins and the rest of the Trojans in an Exclusive chat with EssentiallySports.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:34 PM
USC women's basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on the team's transfers, adjusting without JuJu Watkins & her spirits following her injury. Gottlieb on JuJu: "She’s approaching this with a great mindset." tinyurl.com/35sndsds
How Spurs' Victor Wembanyama can win MVP this season. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson on Wemby: "I don’t think anyone would be comfortable with trying to put a limitation or ceiling on." My @athlonsports.bsky.social dispatch tinyurl.com/3va6bx5p
November 11, 2025 at 4:22 PM
How Spurs' Victor Wembanyama can win MVP this season. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson on Wemby: "I don’t think anyone would be comfortable with trying to put a limitation or ceiling on." My @athlonsports.bsky.social dispatch tinyurl.com/3va6bx5p
@okcthunder.bsky.social's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “We prioritize getting better every day. We did that all last season. We did that throughout the whole playoff run. Because we did that, we have no choice but to be a better team.” My @athlonsports.bsky.social dispatch tinyurl.com/mrxpyvth
November 7, 2025 at 3:51 PM
@okcthunder.bsky.social's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “We prioritize getting better every day. We did that all last season. We did that throughout the whole playoff run. Because we did that, we have no choice but to be a better team.” My @athlonsports.bsky.social dispatch tinyurl.com/mrxpyvth
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson on how Victor Wembanyama navigated through his foul trouble against the Lakers
November 6, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson on how Victor Wembanyama navigated through his foul trouble against the Lakers
@okcthunder.bsky.social's Aaron Wiggins to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: "He's vocal on and off the court. Our leader isn’t all about himself, especially after having a year as his. He’s still pouring into the team." tinyurl.com/yc7jn4va
Aaron Wiggins on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “He’s More Vocal Than Ever (Exclusive)
In an exclusive chat with EssentiallySports, OKC star Aaron Wiggins opened up on repeating as champs, his teammates, and more.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:47 PM
@okcthunder.bsky.social's Aaron Wiggins to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: "He's vocal on and off the court. Our leader isn’t all about himself, especially after having a year as his. He’s still pouring into the team." tinyurl.com/yc7jn4va
The Thunder so far have shown they so much depth and continuity to absorb injuries and an opponent's best effort
November 5, 2025 at 6:23 AM
The Thunder so far have shown they so much depth and continuity to absorb injuries and an opponent's best effort
The Minnesota Timberwolves announced that Anthony Edwards has been cleared for "contact basketball activities." Edwards remains sidelined while healing a strained right hamstring, but Wolves said "further updates of his progress will be provided when available."
November 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Minnesota Timberwolves announced that Anthony Edwards has been cleared for "contact basketball activities." Edwards remains sidelined while healing a strained right hamstring, but Wolves said "further updates of his progress will be provided when available."
@miamiheat.bsky.social's Norman Powell spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social about All-Star hopes, Heat Culture, Jamaica relief & playing Clippers after trade: "They were saying how much they valued me & loved me as a Clipper. Now I feel like it was a lot of blown smoke." tinyurl.com/ymapz9mf
"A Lot of Blown Smoke": How Norman Powell Views Clippers Front Office Ahead of Return To Intuit Dome (Exclusive)
In an exclusive chat with EssentiallySports, Norman Powell revealed his true feelings after getting traded by the Clippers last summer, and more.
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November 2, 2025 at 11:29 PM
@miamiheat.bsky.social's Norman Powell spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social about All-Star hopes, Heat Culture, Jamaica relief & playing Clippers after trade: "They were saying how much they valued me & loved me as a Clipper. Now I feel like it was a lot of blown smoke." tinyurl.com/ymapz9mf
Pelicans' Kevon Looney spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on his injury, trash-talking stories with Stephen Curry & Draymond Green, what it will be like to face the Warriors, why he's impressed with Zion Williamson & what he can learn from him to stay healthy tinyurl.com/45vkdmtj
Exclusive: Kevon Looney on Zion Williamson's Explosiveness, Change at Pelicans, Warriors Tenure and More
Pelicans star Kevon Looney revealed some interesting stories from his Warriors days, and more during an Exclusive chat with EssentiallySports.
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November 2, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Pelicans' Kevon Looney spoke to @essentiallysports.bsky.social on his injury, trash-talking stories with Stephen Curry & Draymond Green, what it will be like to face the Warriors, why he's impressed with Zion Williamson & what he can learn from him to stay healthy tinyurl.com/45vkdmtj
Following practice at UCLA on Saturday, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra on the Lakers ahead of Sunday's: "They can control the pace of the game as well as anybody in the league."
November 1, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Following practice at UCLA on Saturday, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra on the Lakers ahead of Sunday's: "They can control the pace of the game as well as anybody in the league."
Even at 40 years old, Chris Paul still breaking ankles.
November 1, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Even at 40 years old, Chris Paul still breaking ankles.
LeBron James injury: Medical doctors talked with @essentiallysports.bsky.social about sciatica, their outlook on LeBron's return & his 23rd season and when they think LeBron will retire. tinyurl.com/mt3hv3u6
Doctors Discuss if LeBron James’ Sciatica Injury Could Lead to Retirement: 'Let the Ego Take a Backseat Now' [Exclusive]
Medical experts on LeBron James' sciatica injury, and how they expect things will play out in an Exclusive chat with EssentiallySports.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:29 PM
LeBron James injury: Medical doctors talked with @essentiallysports.bsky.social about sciatica, their outlook on LeBron's return & his 23rd season and when they think LeBron will retire. tinyurl.com/mt3hv3u6
As they both wrestled how to finalize their accomplished NBA careers, LeBron James and the late Kobe Bryant evaluated their health, their play and the Lakers' direction. My @athlonsports.bsky.social on how LeBron & Kobe faced strongly different circumstances tinyurl.com/msw5x7fx
October 28, 2025 at 7:21 PM
As they both wrestled how to finalize their accomplished NBA careers, LeBron James and the late Kobe Bryant evaluated their health, their play and the Lakers' direction. My @athlonsports.bsky.social on how LeBron & Kobe faced strongly different circumstances tinyurl.com/msw5x7fx