Maxwell Ogden

Maxwell Ogden

Joined: May 20, 2024

Maxwell Ogden is the Editor for Lake Show Life. He was previously a Contributor Sourcing Specialist for FanSided and spent four years as the Site Expert at Daily Knicks. Maxwell has been a sports writer for more than a decade, with previous experience at Bleacher Report. In addition to being a lifelong NBA fan and historian, Maxwell is a massive football fan. You know, the one you play with your feet.

Mar 4, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (17) shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Dorian Finney-Smith gamble that will define Lakers' offseason

Mar 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick reacts in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

JJ Redick finds silver lining to Lakers' recent struggles—and it's hard to argue

Jan 30, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Jan 29, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (L) and Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (R) joke on the bench against the Washington Wizards in the third quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

LeBron James, Rui Hachimura injury updates could define Lakers' season

Milwaukee Bucks v Los Angeles Lakers

Dalton Knecht has left JJ Redick and the Lakers with a brutal decision to make

Mar 14, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick gestures in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

NBA champion head coach reveals how JJ Redick has made the Lakers a contender

Feb 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) is greeted by head coach JJ Redick during a time out against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic addresses relationship with Lakers head coach JJ Redick

Mar 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) defends a shot by Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic, JJ Redick explain the unexpected impact of Lakers' Jaxson Hayes

San Antonio Spurs v Los Angeles Lakers

Austin Reaves reveals details of how Luka Doncic has improved Lakers' offense

San Antonio Spurs v Los Angeles Lakers

JJ Redick officially secures first achievement as head coach of the Lakers

Feb 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) and guard Austin Reaves (15) react after a basket against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Lakers' new dynamic duo proving they can thrive without LeBron James

Mar 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) shoots the ball against San Antonio Spurs center Bismack Biyombo (18) and forward Harrison Barnes (40) in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Dalton Knecht has thoroughly established an invaluable role with Lakers

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) watches from the bench during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Is LeBron James playing for Lakers vs. rival Denver Nuggets on Mar. 19?

Mar 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) walks off of the court after a game against the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic has quietly addressed the narrative critics won't let go of

Feb 10, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) talks with guard Jordan Goodwin (30) in the second half against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Jordan Goodwin continuing trend that has defined Rob Pelinka's Lakers tenure

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers injured forward LeBron James (23) on the court during a time out during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

LeBron James injury update shows Lakers light at the end of the tunnel

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) warms up before a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Wild stat proof Luka Doncic will help Lakers' Austin Reaves realize potential