Lakers set to face Clippers with six players on injury report

Photo: NBA Summer League Here’s two quotes from Steph Curry praising the leadership Chris Paul brings to the Golden State Warriors. (via Gil’s Arena): Curry talks Paul’s communication skills/lineup questions: “It’s one of those things where you just have a guy that just understands how to play basketball. He’s elevated…

Photo: Getty Images According to FOX 4 News, Tiffany Jackson, a former standout at the University of Texas who was the No. 5 pick in the WNBA draft in 2007 and played nine years in the league, has died of cancer, the school announced. She was 37. Check out our…

Photo: YouTube The Los Angeles Clippers find themselves in the midst of James Harden trade rumors as they engage in discussions with the Philadelphia 76ers. However, head coach Tyronn Lue remains content with the current roster. “I like the team we have. We’re a great unit,” Lue said, per Mark…

To celebrate SLAM’s 30th anniversary, we’re spotlighting the 30 most influential men’s college teams from our past 30 years. Stats, records and chips aren’t the main factor here, it’s all about their contribution to the game’s cultural fabric. For the next 30 days—Monday through Friday— we’ll be unveiling the full list…

Photo: Los Angeles Lakers/Twitter Rob Pelinka, the general manager of the Los Angeles Lakers, recently stated that veteran forward LeBron James has dedicated his entire summer to personally mentoring his teammate, Rui Hachimura. “I think watching Rui come here after the trade sort of felt like a personal renaissance for…

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra knows just how dangerous this team can be when they find their identity. (via Miami Heat): “All I’m focused on: We get to a place where we’re connected and playing for each other and playing a spirited game where it’s to our identity. That’s…