Vanessa Bryant Encourages Congress To Pass ‘Kobe Bryant And Gianna Bryant Helicopter Safety Act’
Originally published by LakersNation.comIt has shockingly been nearly five months since the tragic death of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant, and seven others in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26. Since that day, Vanessa Bryant…
NBA Rumors: Video Games, Ping Pong, DJ Sets & 24-Hour Concierge Among Amenities Available For Players Inside Walt Disney World Bubble
Originally published by LakersNation.comThe details for the NBA’s Orlando campus are beginning to come out as the league is doing everything in its power to finish out the season while still prioritizing the health and safety of its players, coaches,…
Lakers Hire Dr. Karida Brown As Director Of Racial Equity & Action
Originally published by LakersNation.comThe Los Angeles Lakers announced the hiring of Dr. Karida Brown as the Director of Racial Equity & Action to help the team in their efforts to promote change within the community. Brown is an assistant professor…
Lakers Make Juneteenth A Recognized Holiday For Staff; Sending iPads To Various Organizations
Originally published by LakersNation.comIn the wake of protests surrounding racial injustices in the United States, the Los Angeles Lakers and many other sports organizations have made Juneteenth a team-wide holiday for their staff. Juneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the…
Lakers Rumors: Avery Bradley Was Catalyst Behind Team’s ‘If You Ain’t Wit Us, We Ain’t Wit You’ Social Media Campaign
Originally published by LakersNation.comLos Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley has taken on a key role as the co-leader of the players’ coalition in voicing the concerns over restarting the 2019-20 NBA season while efforts are being made to combat racial…
NBA Rumors: Players Asked To Wear Device That Promotes Physical Distancing & Given Option For Oura Smart Ring
Originally published by LakersNation.comThe NBA’s return-to-play plan at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is being lauded for its creativity and safety. Despite the global pandemic making large gatherings extremely difficult, the league has found a way to get close…
NBA Rumors: Some Players Concerned Stars Will Not Be Held To Same Quarantine Standards
Originally published by LakersNation.comAmidst the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the Black Lives Matter Movement, the NBA is preparing to return from its hiatus after the 2019-20 regular season was put on hold. For months, the NBA and NBPA were in…
Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Skipped Players’ Conference Call, Doesn’t Believe Finishing NBA Season Will Deter From ‘Ability To Continue Inspiring Change’
Originally published by LakersNation.comThe return of the NBA is just around the corner after the league and players agreed to a regular and playoff format, although there still are other details that need to be sorted out. All games will…
Lakers News: Avery Bradley Calls On Team Owners, NBA To Join Fight Against Racial Injustice
Originally published by LakersNation.comAlthough the NBA has put a plan in place to finish out the 2019-20 regular season and playoffs, they have shifted their focus on addressing player concerns regarding whether or not the return is taking away from…
NBA Rumors: Anonymous Hotline Will Be Available To Players To Report Any Orlando Bubble Violations
Originally published by LakersNation.comDetails of exactly how the Orlando ‘bubble’ will operate during the upcoming NBA return are beginning to trickle out. The league sent out a memo to all teams about what to expect at Walt Disney World, and…
NBA Rumors: Players Will Be Prohibited From Working Out At Private Gyms Without Approval Beginning June 23
Originally published by LakersNation.comOne of the main talking points as discussions went on about the potential return of the NBA is how long players would need in order to get back into proper shape. With team facilities and gyms shut…
Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Skipped Players’ Conference Call, Doesn’t Believe Finishing NBA Season Will Deter From ‘Ability To Continue Inspiring Change’
Originally published by LakersNation.comThe return of the NBA is just around the corner after the league and players agreed to a regular and playoff format, although there still are other details that need to be sorted out. All games will…
