Author: Soccerhuz
The Los Angeles Lakers have their backs against the wall going into Game 5 of their first round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Down 3-1, Luka Doncic and LeBron James will need to lead this team to their best performance of the season in order to stave off elimination and extend their season at least one more game. Coming off a disappointing Game 4 loss in which they were unable to hold a late lead down the stretch, the Lakers know there are still some things to fix. But after watching the film, Doncic feels the third quarter of…
After a controversial Game 4, the Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of elimination in their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Here is all the latest news you need to know about the Los Angeles Lakers heading into Game 5 With a controversial finish in Game 4, the Lakers are officially down three games to one against the Timberwolves. Unfortunately, this means that the odds are stacked against Los Angeles. In fact, the Lakers haven’t won three games in a row since March 16-19. Additionally, very few teams have come back from a 3-1 record to win an entire…
Ever since his time at Empoli, Sarri has been linked with Milan on and off, even if the rumours haven’t always been super concrete. As we were among the first to report in the middle of the 2023-24 season, he was an option to replace Stefano Pioli following talks with his agent. Now, with Milan looking to part ways with Sergio Conceicao, Sarri has name has been brought up again but the links are seemingly more concrete than ever. Having tested the foreign route through Paulo Fonseca and Conceicao, the management is now keen on a proven Italian coach. This…
LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick saw the urgency he was anticipating Tuesday while his team practiced before what could be its final game of a tumultuous season. “I would describe us as on edge,” Redick said. “As we should be. The Lakers aren’t the only high seed with its collective back against the gym wall heading into a high-stakes Wednesday in the NBA playoffs. The third-seeded Lakers and the second-seeded Rockets both won division titles this season while barely outlasting several competitors in the tight Western Conference, where only four wins separated second-seeded Houston from eighth-seeded…
A glimmer of optimism emerges for the Lakers as the possibility of Maxi Kleber’s return injects renewed energy into a pivotal moment in the series. Maxi Kleber, a key forward for the team, is on the verge of making his long-awaited debut after overcoming a serious injury. Sidelined since January 25 due to a right foot injury that necessitated surgery, his recovery journey has reached a hopeful turning point. The adjustment from an “out” status to “questionable” marks a significant milestone, representing months of work and dedication. This pivotal change offers a beacon of encouragement not only to Kleber but…
Ahead of the pivotal Game 5 between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Minnesota Timberwolves, one key question looms: What are the implications if the Lakers win, lose, or even tie against the Timberwolves? The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a must-win showdown in one of the most pivotal matchups of the NBA season. Down 3-1 in the series, the Lakers return to Crypto.com Arena for Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Wednesday night’s game could determine the fate of their playoff run, whether they fight to stay alive or face elimination. Luka Doncic and LeBron James are up against…
The Los Angeles Lakers will be taking on Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 5 of their first round NBA playoff series on Wednesday, April 30 at the Crypto.com Arena. All eyes would be on superstar Luka Doncic, whether he features against the Timberwolves or not. The 26-year-old point guard is not listed on the team’s injury report which means that he will be starting Game 5 against Minnesota Timberwolves. Doncic was acquired midway by the Lakers in a blockbuster trade that saw him move to Lakers and Anthony Davis going to Dallas Mavericks. Since moving his base to the Lakers, Doncic…
The Los Angeles Lakers will be taking on Minnesota Timberwolves for Game 5 of their first round NBA playoff series on Wednesday, April 30 at the Crypto.com Arena. All eyes would be on superstar Luka Doncic, whether he features against the Timberwolves or not. The 26-year-old point guard is not listed on the team’s injury report which means that he will be starting Game 5 against Minnesota Timberwolves. Doncic was acquired midway by the Lakers in a blockbuster trade that saw him move to Lakers and Anthony Davis going to Dallas Mavericks. Since moving his base to the Lakers, Doncic…
On February 1st, the basketball world, and my Dallas Mavericks fandom, was shaken pretty aggressively by the surprising, unthinkable trade of young superstar and Dirk heir, Luka Doncic. Every piece of communication made by the team, or Nico Harrison himself since has made things worse, including the press conference immediately after. As a way of wrapping my brain around the loss of my favorite teams’ favorite player, I tried to go back in time and rewriting the speech given by Nick Harrison, to see if there was a way to sell this transaction to a fanbase that has felt belittled,…
Dwyane Wade’s faith in Luka Doncic is raising hard questions about the credibility of Carmelo Anthony’s claims. The former New York Knicks star had earlier raised suspicions around the value that Luka Doncic holds in the league. The recent chants of “fire Nico [Harrison]” should’ve made it clear to some extent. However, Melo seemed to have completely disregarded that factor in his claims against not just Luka but other international players, too. However, D-Wade has kept Doncic on a pedestal so high that he seems vital in an ambition involving billions of dollars. Heading towards Melo’s exact claim… Anthony said,…