James Francuz

James Francuz

Joined: May 24, 2017

James Francuz is extremely passionate when it comes to the NBA. However, he metamorphoses into an even bigger geek with respect to the Lakers. An Orange County native all of his life, he has been following the team since the glorious days of the Shaq-Kobe era. His favorite Laker of all-time is the latter of the aforementioned pair on account of the extraordinary relentlessness the Black Mamba showed every single night. Another highlight moment for James was watching the purple-and-gold get their revenge against the dreaded Celtics in 2010.

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 28: Pau Gasol #16 of the Los Angeles Lakers is consoled by Kobe Bryant after coming out of the game in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Four of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center on April 28, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. The Spurs defeated the Lakers 103-82. 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 Jeff Gross/Getty Images)thx

Lakers’ legend Pau Gasol is more than worthy of Hall of Fame

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - OCTOBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on October 28, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 111-102. 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 David Berding/Getty Images)

Lakers must capitalize on latest Russell Westbrook trade rumors

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts 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)

LeBron James comforts John Wall amid mental health battle

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: Thomas Bryant #13 of the Washington Wizards in action against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 21, 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)

Why signing Thomas Bryant makes perfect sense for the Lakers

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Lakers: Anaheim’s newest court commemorates Gianna and Kobe Bryant

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)

Lakers: Frank Vogel’s belief in his team is admirable at best

PORTLAND, OREGON - FEBRUARY 09: Stanley Johnson #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers blocks the shot of Anfernee Simons #1 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter at Moda Center on February 09, 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 Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Lakers: Stanley Johnson expresses desire to work out with Metta World Peace

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks to media at a press conference during Los Angeles Lakers media day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 28, 2021 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers: Austin Reaves has been a bright spot amid the darkness

NEW ORLEANS, LA - MARCH 22: Isaiah Thomas #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts before a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on March 22, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Bachman/Getty Images)

LeBron James ‘happy’ Isaiah Thomas is playing basketball again

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 17: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks backcourt during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on November 17, 2021 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)

Anthony Davis contends Lakers must show stronger effort on defense

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 03: Kent Bazemore #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers blocks a layup by Jevon Carter #0 of the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of a preseason game at Staples Center on October 3, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)(Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers: Kent Bazemore has been a bright spot for LA during preseason

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 24: Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers shoots against Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half in game four of the first round of the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 24, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, 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 Kim Klement-Pool/Getty Images)

Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard realize Lakers are a different breed

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 21: Russell Westbrook attends Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation 8th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Jesse Owens Community Regional Park on November 21, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Joshua Blanchard/Getty Images for Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation )

Lakers: Russell Westbrook hoping to make huge assist off the court for LA

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 23: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during the fourth quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 23, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Dennis Schroder in tough spot after rejecting lucrative offer from Lakers

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Miami Heat in Game Three of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 04, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Lakers should seriously consider a reunion with Dwight Howard

PHOENIX - FEBRUARY 15: (L-R) Chris Paul #3 and Kobe Bryant #24 of the Western Conference sit together on the bench during the 58th NBA All-Star Game, part of 2009 NBA All-Star Weekend at US Airways Center on February 15, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: Kobe Bryant’s impact on Chris Paul and the Finals