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.
196 Articles

NBA referees reveal Lakers were disadvantaged in 4th quarter, not Raptors

The officiating at the end of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against

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Former 2-time Lakers champion says there’s only one way to fix Lakers

Lamar Odom thinks the Los Angeles Lakers should reach back into the

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Report: Lakers and other interested teams hesitant to take on Zach LaVine’s contract

The Los Angeles Lakers may have lingering interest in acquiring Zach LaVine

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Report: High-ranking Lakers source pushes back on idea that Darvin Ham is about to be fired

Every loss by the Los Angeles Lakers adds fuel to the idea

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Kendrick Perkins takes issue with LeBron James starting at point guard long-term for Lakers

LeBron James playing point guard long-term is not a recipe for success

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LeBron James’ slightly troubling comments regarding his injury suffered vs. Celtics

LeBron James uttered some slightly concerning comments regarding the injury he suffered

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