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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)

3 Lakers who are playing for their NBA jobs in the last month

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Mar 8, 2022

Russell Westbrook deserves the respect that he is asking for

Jason Reed

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Mar 8, 2022

Malik Monk leaving even more likely after Lakers loss to Spurs

Ronald Agers

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Mar 7, 2022

Phil Jackson’s involvement showcases Lakers biggest problem

Jason Reed

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Mar 7, 2022

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

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Mar 7, 2022

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)

Lakers blame game: Who deserves most blame for horrid season?

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Mar 7, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: LeBron James #6 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers of the Los Angeles Lakers sit on the bench in the first half against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on February 12, 2022 in San Francisco, 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)

Lakers would be foolish to trade LeBron James or Anthony Davis

Kevin Germany

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Mar 7, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 05: Head Coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers argues a call with referee Josh Tiven #58 during a 124-116 Lakers win over the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on March 05, 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)

A defense of Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel

Kevin Germany

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Mar 6, 2022

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates with Quinn Cook #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers and teammates after winning the 2020 NBA Championship in Game Six of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 11, 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

4 players from the 2020 Lakers we wish were still on the team

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Mar 6, 2022

Mar 5, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) goes to the basket against Golden State Warriors during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports

LeBron masks the Lakers issues with NBA-best 56 points in win over Warriors

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Mar 5, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 16: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the third quarter against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena on February 16, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Returning superstar may have just ended Lakers playoff chances

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Mar 5, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 11: Alex Caruso #6 of the Chicago Bulls in action against the Miami Heat during the second half at FTX Arena on December 11, 2021 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)

Details emerge about just how much the Lakers low-balled Alex Caruso

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Mar 5, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 17: (L-R) Anthony Davis #3, Russell Westbrook #0, and LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter of the game at Target Center on December 17, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 110-92. 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)

One word to describe every player on the Los Angeles Lakers this season

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Mar 4, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first 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)

Lakers: Russell Westbrook’s recent comments show why he’s failed in LA

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Mar 4, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 03: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a break in action against the LA Clippers in the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 03, 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)

LeBron James proving he’s not a leader with another horrid Lakers loss

Ronald Agers

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Mar 4, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: The Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy on display during a banner unveiling ceremony for the Los Angeles Lakers 2020 NBA Championship season before the game against the Houston Rockets at Staples Center on May 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) 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. 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.

The most frustrating player from this year’s Lakers might now get a ring

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Mar 3, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 03: Wenyen Gabriel #35 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks on during the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena on January 03, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Lakers news: 3 things Wenyen Gabriel can bring to the team

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Mar 3, 2022

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: Owner of the Los Angeles Lakers Jeanie Buss speaks after the Los Angeles Lakers win the 2020 NBA Championship Final over the Miami Heat in Game Six of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss has cringeworthy thirst tweets resurface

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Mar 2, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on prior to the game 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)

Fellow NBA execs reveal the ugly truth about Lakers GM Rob Pelinka

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Mar 2, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after fouling Reggie Jackson #1 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on February 25, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Lakers: Frank Vogel needs to slash Talen Horton-Tucker’s minutes

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Mar 2, 2022

Mar 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Malik Monk (11) moves the ball against Dallas Mavericks guard Josh Green (8) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Malik Monk should run away from Lakers after yet another ugly loss

Ronald Agers

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Mar 1, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 25: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on from the bench during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on February 25, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons to officially bench Russell Westbrook

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Mar 1, 2022

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 21: DeAndre Jordan #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Detroit Pistons during the third quarter of the game at Little Caesars Arena on November 21, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Rob Pelinka’s disastrous history with Lakers centers

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Mar 1, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: Assistant coach Phil Handy of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with Malik Monk #11 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)

Lakers coach likes Instagram post that absolutely blasts LA

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Mar 1, 2022

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 22: D.J. Augustin #14 of the Houston Rockets dribbles the basketball looking to pass dtg against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on December 22, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Bucks defeated the Rockets 126-106. 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 John Fisher/Getty Images)

Lakers News: LA makes pointless backup point guard signing

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Mar 1, 2022

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 01: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers sits courtside before Game Five of the Western Conference first-round playoff series at Phoenix Suns Arena on June 01, 2021 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Why the Los Angeles Lakers won’t make a single buyout signing

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Feb 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against CJ McCollum #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Crypto.com Arena on February 27, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook’s response to Lakers being booed IS the problem

Jason Reed

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Feb 28, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 03: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to his three point basket in the second half against the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on February 03, 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 Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

3 reasons why Malik Monk should ditch the Los Angeles Lakers

Jason Reed

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Feb 28, 2022

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