Mike Luciano

Mike Luciano

Joined: Jul 1, 2020

Mike Luciano is an NFL staff writer for FanSided with a lifetime of expertise in all 32 teams, including the Las Vegas Raiders. He began his journey at Minute Media in 2020 and has since edited and written thousands of articles covering everything from the NFL Draft to the Super Bowl and free agency. Mike's work has been featured on Bleacher Report, Sports Illustrated, FanSided.com, and other outlets. Hot takes can be found on Twitter @ByMikeLuciano.

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 26: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks up the board against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 26, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Justin Ford/Getty Images)

B/R projects Western rival will steal Austin Reaves from Lakers with huge deal

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 05: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns following the NBA game at Footprint Center on April 05, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 121-110. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Lakers’ Chris Paul dreams could become reality after bombshell

Apr 28, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka looks on prior to game six of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Mock Draft: Experienced power forward linked to Lakers

Apr 16, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) reacts during the second half during game one of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

NBA rumors: Insider confirms Lakers will try to retain Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 16: D'Angelo Russell #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game One of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at FedExForum on April 16, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Justin Ford/Getty Images)

D’Angelo Russell/Lakers split coming after latest offseason rumors

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 21: Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka looks on before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on December 21, 2022 in Sacramento, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

NBA Mock Draft has Lakers adding ultra-versatile shooter

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors speaks to LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter in game six of the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 12, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

Nick Wright proposes ridiculous Lakers-Warriors LeBron James trade

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 21: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after hitting a three-point basket against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter of Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at State Farm Arena on April 21, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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)

NBA rumors: Lakers weighing insane Trae Young trade in offseason

DENVER, COLORADO - MAY 18: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after losing to the Denver Nuggets in game two of the Western Conference Finals at Ball Arena on May 18, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. 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 Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

Here’s why LeBron James made his controversial retirement comments

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 08: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors takes a pass in front of Lonnie Walker IV #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a 104-101 Lakers win in game four of the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 08, 2023 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

3 reasons Lakers should be worried after Game 5 loss to Warriors

May 4, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) walks toward the bench after being called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors in the second quarter during game two of the 2023 NBA playoffs at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Anthony Davis leaving Lakers-Warriors in wheelchair with injury is scary

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 30: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles as Patrick Beverley #21 and Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers defend (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

This 3-team trade brings Kyrie Irving to the new-look LA Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 02: Rob Pelinka attends a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena on November 02, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

Lakers look foolish as former role player is putting together career year

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 02: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a 120-117 Lakers overtime win over the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena on November 02, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Noted Lakers hater Bill Simmons makes wild Anthony Davis trade claim

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 02: Matt Ryan #37 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates his buzzer beating three pointer behind Larry Nance Jr. #22 and Dyson Daniels #11 of the New Orleans Pelicans, (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers fans dig into Pelicans’ Dyson Daniels after game-altering misses

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 30: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets pushes against Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers fans should panic over NBA exec’s assessment of Anthony Davis