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Jeremy Lin Scores 18, Exchanges Heated Words With Bojan Bogdanovic in Lakers’ Loss To Nets
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jeremy Lin just had one of his most productive showings in purple-and-gold uniform, scoring 18 points in Friday’s 115-104 loss to the Brooklyn Nets at Staples Center.
Lakers Rumors: Jeremy Lin Locked in Three-Way Battle for ‘Coveted’ Starting PG Job
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott has tinkered his starting lineup a handful of times already, but none produced much success this season. After Kobe Bryant's season-ending injury and 34 losses before All-Star break, Scott is still adamantly pursuing his search for his best starting five.
Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao: Rematch Also Set in November
The showdown between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao is almost a done deal with both parties reportedly signing the contract for their $250 million fight scheduled on May 2 at MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao Also Approve Rematch in November
With their May 2 fight almost a done deal, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will reportedly meet again for another superfight in November.
Lakers Rumors: Jeremy Lin Still Has Time To Save Career
No matter how ugly the 2014-15 NBA season has turned out for Jeremy Lin, former NY Times writer and current Bleacher report analyst Howard Beck still believes there will be takers for the Asian-American star next summer. As a matter of fact, he can still save his career.
A Travel Guide to Peru: Things to Know
Peru is a cultural hub filled with unique sights to see, amazing cuisine, a plethora of activities, and is definitely somewhere worth putting on your travel bucket list, but there are a few things to know before planning your trip.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Still Badly Wants To Fight Manny Pacquiao?
WBA and WBC welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. didn't announce his fight with eight-time division world champ Manny Pacquiao in the 2015 All-Star Game, contrary to a report by Telegraph writer Gareth Davis.
Charles Barkley: I Got Very Excited When I Was Traded To Lakers
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley said he would have been a member of the Los Angeles Lakers had not the Philadelphia 76ers backed out from the deal, the TNT analyst revealed in an interview with Sports Illustrated.
At 26, Jeremy Lin Still Young To Save Career, Remains Attractive Free-Agent in Market
No matter how ugly the 2014-15 NBA season has turned out for Jeremy Lin, former NY Times writer and current Bleacher report analyst Howard Beck still believes there will be takers for the Asian-American star next summer. As a matter of fact, he can still save his career.
Jeremy Lin 100 Percent To Leave Lakers, Eyes Reunion with Mike D’Antoni or Rockets
Disappointed by the way his Lakers' tenure has turned out, the 26-year old Jeremy Lin is expected to bolt from Los Angeles in the offseason and signing with a team that would give him a shot at reviving his floundering career.
ESPN’s Dan Rafael: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Fight 'Not Done' Contrary To Report By Telegraph
The mega-showdown between undefeated American fighter Floyd Mayweather Jr. and eight-time division champ Manny Pacquiao is not yet a done deal, contrary to the report by UK's newspaper the Telegraph.
NBA Rumors: Lakers Seen as Big Threat To Steal Jimmy Butler from Bulls
The Los Angeles Lakers appear very much determined to add as many talents as they can this summer, as sources close to situation reported that general manager Mitch Kupchack is brewing a plan to snatch incoming free-agent Jimmy Butler from the Chicago Bulls.
James Harden Aware Jeremy Lin is Struggling With Lakers, But Confident He'll Fight Through It
Three-time NBA All-Star James Harden has some words of encouragement for his former Houston Rockets teammate Jeremy Lin, whose career has taken another wrong turn with the Los Angeles Lakers this season.
Raptors Rumors: Trade Terrence Ross, First-Round Pick for Kenneth Faried or Nothing
The Toronto Raptors, who has been hesitant in making deals on the trading front the past three months, might make a move with roughly a week left before the trade deadline.
NBA Rumors: Look for Lakers To Trade First-Round Pick By Deadline
As the trade season goes down to its final week, the Los Angeles Lakers will amp up its effort to land one of their trade targets before the window expired on February 19. However, it is still unknown how much the Lakers brain-trusts are willing to surrender for a shot at an All-Star caliber talent they have been craving for.
NBA Rumors: Jeremy Lin Could Reunite with Rockets This Summer
In his column on Wednesday, Howard Beck of Bleacher Reports stressed the Rockets shouldn't be counted out as potential suitors for Lin when he becomes an unrestricted free-agent this July.
A Unique and Isolated Place: Iceland
It seems as if the name alone scares off many potential tourists from visiting the majestic country of Iceland. But the fact is, glaciers cover only 10% of Iceland, and the climate is mild all year due to the effect of the Atlantic Gulf Stream warming the temperature in the winter and cooling it in the summer. Iceland is worth venturing to because there are many stunning sites to see including geothermal hot-spots, mountains, waterfalls, National Parks, and offering breathtaking views of the Aurora Borealis.
NBA Rumors: Rockets, Lakers in Tug-of-War for Goran Dragic
With the report of Goran Dragic's availability days building up to February 19 trade deadline, all eyes on the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers to continue their push for the service of the Slovenian blur.
The Hidden Gem of Europe: Croatia
Where can you go that has history, gorgeous beaches, national parks, culture, quaint villages, rolling vineyards, and ancient architecture all in one place? Well there might be a few places, but Croatia is definitely one of them that comes highly recommended.
Another Asia Plane Crash Takes Lives
A passenger plane carrying 58 people dove into the Keelung River after hitting a bridge in Taiwan on Wednesday at 11 a.m. (local time 10 p.m.). The current toll is 25 people confirmed dead, 15 injured, and 18 people still missing, CNN said.
NBA Rumors: Kevin Love Shoots Down Lakers Rumors to Keep Off Distractions
All-Star power forward Kevin Love reiterated that he has no plans in signing with the Los Angeles Lakers if he decides to become a free-agent this summer. But, did he really mean it?
Lakers Rumors: Michael Carter-Williams to Los Angeles is Something To Look Out For By Deadline
The clock is ticking away fast for the Los Angeles Lakers to make a significant move on the trading front. After having been denied multiple times, Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchack could be on the cusp of adding the young talent they are salivating all this time, as they set their sight on reigning Rookie of the Year Michael Carter-Williams of the Philadelphia 76ers.
Things to Consider While Planning the Perfect Summer Adventure
It is difficult to figure out where to go when there are so many amazing and breathtaking places around the globe to choose from. But there are a couple of important qualifications that can help narrow down the options: safety, weather, and expense.
Safety First: Some of the World’s Safest Cities
When considering traveling somewhere for any length of time, it is crucial to be aware of the level of safety in the place that you are going to. The Economist has recently come out with the 2015 safe cities index so that people will know where they can and cannot feel safe.
Robot Revolution: Strange Hotel in Japan
Based on movies such as iRobot, we were all wondering when robots would start taking over human jobs. Well the time is almost here, at Japan's Henn-na Hotel, or Strange Hotel in Nagasaki's theme park, Huis Ten Bosch.
Out of this World Discovery
Astronomers have discovered a planetary body, J1407b, outside of our solar system with rings 200 times larger than those that surround Saturn. J1407b lies at about 400 light-years away from earth.
NBA Rumors: Lakers Pursuing Taj Gibson As Trade Deadline Approaches
Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly expressed their interest in Chicago Bulls power forward Taj Gibson as the trade deadline ticks down to its final two weeks, a source close to situation reported on Friday.
Tennis Rumors: Novak Djokovic-Andy Murray Feud Update, Serb Looks To Settle Score
Serena Williams' coach and rumored boyfriend Patrick Mouratoglou believes the American is capable of winning 24 Grand Slam titles, while Novak Djokovic are open to clear the air between him and rival Andy Murray after tension went high during their final showdown at the 2015 Australian Open.
NBA Rumors: Lakers Would Explore Trading Jeremy Lin By Deadline
Trading Jeremy Lin has never been out of question for the Los Angeles Lakers, the problem is no team appears to be interested enough to acquire the struggling point guard. This is the revelation Sean Deveney of Sporting News stated in his recent article detailing the top players likely to be moved before the February 19 trade deadline.
Lakers Rumors: Byron Scott Finally Plays Jeremy Lin in Crunch-time of Team's Loss to Bucks
After placing a hard cap on Jeremy Lin's playing time the past few games, head coach Byron Scott unleashed a bit of Linsanity in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's 113-105 overtime loss to the Milwaukee Bucks at BMO Harris Bradley Center.
