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Jaxson Hayes had the most graphic story about Jarred Vanderbilt’s injury

Jaxson Hayes is probably not a big fan of slasher films. While talking to reporters on Wednesday, the Los Angeles Lakers big man Hayes offered a striking description of Jarred Vanderbilt’s hand injury.  “I mean, did you see the picture of his finger? It was disgusting. Bro, his whole bone was out of his skin,” … The post Jaxson Hayes had the most graphic story about Jarred Vanderbilt’s injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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"We got you for defense, not offense" – Gilbert Arenas questions Marcus Smart taking 15 shots for the Lakers in Game 1 – Basketball Network

"We got you for defense, not offense" - Gilbert Arenas questions Marcus Smart taking 15 shots for the Lakers in Game 1  Basketball Network

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Luka Doncic reveals how severe his hamstring strain really was

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic spoke publicly about his hamstring strain for the first time on Wednesday and offered a clue about just how significant the injury was. Doncic admitted he is still unsure when he will be able to return to action after suffering a Grade 2 hamstring strain on April 2. He … The post Luka Doncic reveals how severe his hamstring strain really was appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chiney Ogwumike calls out LeBron James’ teammates after Game 1 loss to the Thunder

LeBron James needed help that didn’t arrive in Game 1 of the Los Angeles Lakers’ second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. Facing the reigning NBA champions and still without their highest-scoring weapon, the Lakers needed to rely heavily again on James in a series-opener in the second … The post Chiney Ogwumike calls out LeBron James’ teammates after Game 1 loss to the Thunder appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chet Holmgren’s joke says everything about LeBron James’ longevity

Chet Holmgren had a different vision of facing LeBron James in the NBA Playoffs. After Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder took care of business in Game 1 of their series against the Lakers on Tuesday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla., the former Gonzaga Bulldogs star candidly answered a question about taking on … The post Chet Holmgren’s joke says everything about LeBron James’ longevity appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Thunder players were disturbed by Jarred Vanderbilt’s injury

Los Angeles Laker forward Jarred Vanderbilt’s finger injury left Oklahoma City Thunder players repulsed. The Lakers dealt with a bad hand on Monday, not just because of their 108-90 loss to Oklahoma City in Game 1 of their second-round series at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla., but also because of Vanderbilt’s gruesome injury. Vanderbilt … The post Thunder players were disturbed by Jarred Vanderbilt’s injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander admits to a little rust in Game 1 vs. Lakers

The Oklahoma City Thunder remained perfect in the postseason Tuesday night, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander isn’t ready to celebrate just yet. Despite a 108-90 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals, the Thunder superstar felt the weight of an eight-day layoff. “We’re a little choppy, a little rusty tonight […] The post Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander admits to a little rust in Game 1 vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reveals ‘simple’ strategy to beat Lakers in Game 1

The Oklahoma City Thunder were back in action on Tuesday night after a long layoff following a sweep of the Phoenix Suns in the first round, but they got right back to work. After a bit of a rusty first half, the Thunder ran away from the Lakers in a 108-90 win to take a […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reveals ‘simple’ strategy to beat Lakers in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ric Flair urges Lakers to trade Luka Doncic in wild X rant

Ric Flair did not hold back after the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 1 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals Tuesday night. The wrestling legend and longtime Lakers supporter posted a fiery message on X, formerly Twitter, taking aim at injured superstar Luka Doncic, criticizing him for missing playoff action while […] The post Ric Flair urges Lakers to trade Luka Doncic in wild X rant appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fans furious over NBC’s ’embarrassing’ decision on NBA playoff broadcast

NBC is taking some serious flak for its questionable scheduling decision for the start of the NBA conference semifinals. The broadcasting giant got the assignment on a pair of series openers on Tuesday for the Detroit Pistons-Cleveland Cavaliers and the Oklahoma City Thunder-Los Angeles Lakers series. With only eight teams remaining in the NBA postseason … The post Fans furious over NBC’s ’embarrassing’ decision on NBA playoff broadcast appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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WWE Legend Ric Flair Blasts Luka Doncic Over Injury, Urges Lakers to Trade Him

On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.The Lakers entered at a disadvantage, with Luka Doncic still recovering from an injury. They face the defending NBA champions, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the league’s reigning MVP.There have been conflicting reports about Doncic’s recovery […] The post WWE Legend Ric Flair Blasts Luka Doncic Over Injury, Urges Lakers to Trade Him appeared first on HEAVY.

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NBA Insider Reveals Bad News on Jarred Vanderbilt Injury After Lakers Loss

The Los Angeles Lakers lost their veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt amid the team’s Game 1 loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night. As the fourth quarter was in the final minutes, ESPN’s Shams Charania updated Vanderbilt’s injury with the announcement of an official diagnosis. via Shams Charania, ESPN: Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has […] The post NBA Insider Reveals Bad News on Jarred Vanderbilt Injury After Lakers Loss appeared first on HEAVY.

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NBA World Reacts To LeBron James’ Performance In Lakers-Thunder Game

On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Oklahoma City Thunder for Game 1 of their second-round playoff series (in OKC). The Lakers lost by a score of 108-90. LeBron James finished with 27 points, four rebounds, six assists and one steal while shooting 12/17 from the field and 3/6 from three-point range in […] The post NBA World Reacts To LeBron James’ Performance In Lakers-Thunder Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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