Lakers prepared to meet LeBron James’ contract demands

Photo: Adam Pantozzi/Getty Images Following Sunday’s 116-111 home win vs. the Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle compared Myles Turner to former All-Star Jermaine O’Neal (29 points/9 rebounds/4 blocks/1 steal/10-16 FG/1-3 3-PT/8-10 FT). (via Bally Sports Indiana): “There’s some guys that when they step on the floor, they…

With Taurean Prince and Cam Reddish no longer in the Los Angeles Lakers’ starting lineup, Austin Reaves has assumed more crucial defensive responsibilities. In the recent victory against the Thunder, Reaves took on the challenge of guarding Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, as highlighted by Khobi Price of the Orange County…

The Charlotte Hornets are reportedly considering a reunion with former franchise cornerstone Kemba Walker among other free agent points guards, per Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Charania also reported that Charlotte is interested in potentially re-signing Isaiah Thomas after the two-time All-Star averaged 8.3 points per game and…

Every summer, trainer Chris Brickley’s star-studded Black Ops open runs garner buzz on social media. It’s an opportunity for basketball fans to see not only what their favorite players are up to, but to watch them hoop and match up against other top names in the game. He initially named…

As the Los Angeles Lakers (20-21) explore potential trades ahead of the February 8 deadline, forward Jarred Vanderbilt believes the team can reverse its fortunes from within, without major trades. Reportedly, one major target for the Purple and Gold is Dejounte Murray. Vanderbilt expressed confidence in the team’s internal capabilities,…

Draymond Green is anticipated to rejoin the Golden State Warriors lineup on Monday for their game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Green sat out the last 16 games, initially due to a suspension that lasted 12 games for striking Jusuf Nurkic in the face on…