Mike Battaglino

Mike is a veteran journalist who has covered the NBA for almost three decades. He remembers the birth of "Showtime" and has always admired the star power the Lakers have brought to the game.
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Dwyane Wade says LeBron James’ foot injury was huge blessing in disguise for Lakers

LeBron James played last season with an injury that could require offseason

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Western Conference general manager labels Donte DiVincenzo as possible Lakers target

The Los Angeles Lakers could take their rivalry with the Golden State

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Rui Hachimura addresses his future with Lakers, reveals what he’s looking for in free agency

Rui Hachimura is an important piece of the Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason

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Damian Lillard jabs Lakers for their treatment of Russell Westbrook as he discusses his future in NBA

Damian Lillard has made it clear that he’s not really a fan

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C.J. McCollum ranks Anthony Davis over Nikola Jokic as tougher player he’s had to face in playoffs

Anthony Davis and the Los Angles Lakers couldn’t get past Nikola Jokic

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Rich Paul offers cryptic response when asked whether he expects LeBron James to return next season

LeBron James’ agent is following his client’s cryptic path, refusing to confirm

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Report: Lakers plan to match $100M offer sheets on Austin Reaves

The price tag to sign restricted free agent Austin Reaves seems to

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Patrick Beverley says LeBron James won’t retire because he’s ‘chasing some s–t’

Add Patrick Beverley to the growing chorus that believes LeBron James simply

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