Year: 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 21: Jay Huff #30, Carmelo Anthony #7, and Jemerrio Jones #50 of the Los Angeles Lakers warm up before the game against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center on December 21, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images )

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DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 09: DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls enters the game in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on March 09, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. Chicago won the game 114-108. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

The domino effect of the Lakers not passing on the DeMar DeRozan trade

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 12: DeMar DeRozan #11 and Alex Caruso #6 of the Chicago Bulls share a laugh after a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers at the United Center on March 12, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Cavaliers 101-91. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

5 massive what-ifs that hang heavy over this ugly Lakers season

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 14: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 14, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Disheartening viral Reddit Lakers fact from loss to Raptors isn’t true

Mar 14, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) moves to the basket against Toronto Raptors forward Precious Achiuwa (5) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers got blown out (like again) by the Toronto Raptors

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 01: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 01, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Lakers should “start thinking about” Russell Westbrook trade to Knicks

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 12: Josh Hart #11 of the Portland Trail Blazers attempts a shot during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards at Moda Center on March 12, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

How the Blazers can usurp a play-in seed from the Los Angeles Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

4 solid options to replace Frank Vogel as Lakers head coach this summer

Mar 13, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center JaVale McGee (00) drives against Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (7) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers get the brakes beaten off of them by the Suns on national TV

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 11: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Anthony Davis injury update is more troubling than promising for Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 01: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 01, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

A massive Russell Westbrook trade that could save the Lakers’ offseason

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 09: Lou Williams #6 of the Atlanta Hawks is defended by Jrue Holiday #21 of the Milwaukee Bucks during a game at Fiserv Forum on March 09, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 5 potential summer signings to watch closely

Mar 11, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) controls the ball against Washington Wizards guard Raul Neto (19) in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers get another LeBron 50-point explosion to beat Wizards

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 06: Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 6, 2022 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Lakers vs. Wizards prediction: Kyle Kuzma makes the Lakers look foolish

Mar 9, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) drives against Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (28) in the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Houston Rockets won 139 to 130. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports

3 Reasons the Los Angeles Lakers are still contenders

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 09: Jalen Green #0 of the Houston Rockets makes a three point basket in overtime against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center on March 09, 2022 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

LeBron James outplayed by Jalen Green in Lakers loss to Rockets

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: LeBron James #6 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on January 23, 2022 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Klutch Sports seems to be dominating the Russell Westbrook narrative

EL SEGUNDO, CA - MAY 11: Former coach of the Los Angeles Lakers Phil Jackson during a news conference at the Lakers training facility on May 11, 2011 in El Segundo, California. The Lakers were swept out of their best of seven series with the Dallas Mavericks four games to none. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Phil Jackson coming back to coach the Lakers would be asinine

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 28: Kent Bazemore #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts a shot against Terry Rozier #3 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of the game at Spectrum Center on January 28, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on prior to a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena on February 27, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. The New Orleans Pelicans won 123-95. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook deserves the respect that he is asking for

SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 7: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after hitting a three against the San Antonio Spurs in the second half at AT&T Center on March 7, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Malik Monk leaving even more likely after Lakers loss to Spurs

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 02: Jeanie Buss (L) and Phil Jackson attend a basketball game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on April 2, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Noel Vasquez/Getty Images)

Phil Jackson’s involvement showcases Lakers biggest problem

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Crypto.com Arena on February 27, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. The New Orleans Pelicans won 123-95. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Giving Russell Westbrook a bench role does nothing for Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Russell Westbrook #0 and head coach Frank Vogel watch play during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center on November 04, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

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