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NBA makes an exception for Yao
THE NBA has granted an injury exception for Yao Ming. The Houston Rockets had applied for a disabled player exception a week ago as his hairline fracture had yet to heal.
Ailene Voisin: Artest's antics as a Laker will entertain
Don't adjust your television. This is really happening. Unless Ron Artest experiences one of those Ron-Ron moments when he completely loses his senses and changes his mind, the free agent and former King today officially becomes a Los Angeles Laker.
Rich Get Richer: Lakers, Celtics, Cavs Bulk Up in Offseason
The purpose of the offseason is for contenders to sit pat, maybe tweak things a little, and enjoy a little time off while all the pretenders scurry in a frantic effort to catch up.
Trevor Ariza Says Los Angeles Lakers Didn't Want Him Back
Trevor Ariza disclosed on Monday that the Lakers never made a serious effort to re-sign him and owner Jerry Buss had his sights set on Ron Artest when the free agency period began... by Joel Huerto 163 reads Breaking News Trevor Ariza disclosed on Monday that the Lakers never made a serious effort to re-sign him and owner Jerry Buss had his sights ...
Lakers GM Kupchak `hopeful' of Odom's return
Because free agent Ron Artest took less money to sign with the Lakers than he might have received elsewhere, it now appears general manager Mitch Kupchak might have an easier time re-signing Lamar Odom.
Come to Toyota Center to see Trevor Ariza go for back-to back titles
You know I'm a big Daryl Morey fan. But my man needs to do better at news conferences following player acquisitions.
Rasheed signs with Celtics, Artest with Lakers
BOSTON -- Rasheed Wallace, known for his shooting, rebounding and technical fouls, signed Wednesday with the Boston Celtics, the first day free agents were allowed to do so.
Lakers still unsure about Odom's future plans
Lamar Odom has given no indication of his future plans to the Lakers. Ron Artest is coming.
Yao Ming expected to miss next season
The National Basketball Association has granted Houston Rockets an injury exception for Yao Ming, suggesting the All-star center will most probably miss next season.
Can the Lakers Repeat as Champs?
Following the Lakers convincing 4-1 victory over the Magic in the NBA Finals, people were already talking repeat.
Who Will Play the Lakers in 2010 NBA Finals? CleveBron Shaqaliers?
To me, the highlight of the day wasn't the Ariza-Artest "trade," but rather Shaq's news conference in Cleveland, and his follow up interview on ESPN's PTI... by Matthew Kimel 202 reads July 03, 2009 To me, the highlight of the day wasn't the Ariza-Artest "trade," but rather Shaq's news conference in Cleveland, and his follow up interview on ESPN's ...
Trevor Ariza out, Ron Artest in: What Will It Mean for the Lakers
Think back - way back - all the way to May. It was the second round of the Western Conference playoffs, and animosity was growing between the Lakers' Kobe Bryant and Rockets' Ron Artest... Trevor Ariza out, Ron Artest in: What Will It Mean for the Lakers by Genevieve Whitbourne 2 448 reads Opinion Think back - way back - all the way to May.
Sources: LeBron denies talk with Ariza
Early on Tuesday morning ESPN reported that Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James told free agent Trevor Ariza that he would remain a Cleveland Cavalier past the 2010 season.
Who's ready to challenge Lakers?
As most NBA teams ride out the slumping economy or shed payroll in preparation for the Summer of LeBron next year, a handful of leading contenders have taken the exact opposite approach.
confirmation of the news from Brown's agent
Backup point guard Shannon Brown agreed today to a two-year deal with the Lakers, including a player option for the second year, worth $4.2 million, according to his agent Mark Bartelstein.
Laker is the best huh budie someone needs to go back to school. we'll see who's gonna stink you guys just can't beat the Celtics we know how to beat you guys get over it.
Can Lakers keep pieces to championship puzzle?
Good fortune has been following the Lakers for months now, but a severe test is coming.
Lakers Take a Step Backward In Acquiring Ron Artest
Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url } Replacing Trevor Ariza with Ron Artest is a step backwards for the Los Angeles Lakers, so let's squash the talk of an emerging Lakers dynasty for now.
How The West Was Won, Los Angeles Lakers Set to Add Ron Artest
I guess it's over. Wrap it up. Place your bets. Just go ahead and slate the Los Angeles Lakers in for a spot in next year's Finals.