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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Shannon Sharpe warns LeBron James about Bronny support: ‘He gon’ get strays because of you’

LeBron James took to social media to defend his son Bronny’s falling

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ESPN removes Bronny James from 2024 mock draft, now projects him to be selected in 2025

Bronny James’ arrival in the NBA may come later than some may

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Klay Thompson linked to Lakers by NBA insider

Klay Thompson’s time with the Golden State Warriors may be coming to

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Austin Reaves on Darvin Ham possibly using 3-guard lineups: ‘Uhhh…that is the first time I heard that’

Austin Reaves reacted to the idea floated by head coach Darvin Ham

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Report: At least 2 teams believe LeBron would consider signing with them if they land Bronny

LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers reportedly could be tied

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Western Conference exec on Lakers: ‘I don’t want any piece of them in the playoffs’

Despite hovering around the .500 mark almost all season, the Los Angeles

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Anthony Davis shares how his wife may have played crucial role in Lakers winning 2020 NBA title

Anthony Davis credits his wife for motivating him to stay in the

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Report: Lakers have ‘internal pessimism’ on Jarred Vanderbilt’s potential return

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly are pessimistic about when Jarred Vanderbilt might

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Report: D’Angelo Russell named in recent Lakers trade talks with 3 Eastern Conference teams

D’Angelo Russell continues to be named as a potential trade piece for

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LeBron James on playing for the Knicks: ‘I’ve had that thought in my career’

With LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers getting ready for a

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