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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LeBron James nearly brought to tears on Saturday after what his mom told him

LeBron James said he was nearly brought to tears by a comment

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Gilbert Arenas on Bronny James: ‘He has the Bugatti engine, but he wants to drive the speed limit’

Bronny James’ NBA future is yet to be determined, but former player

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Shaq makes surprising admission about his relationship with Dwight Howard: ‘I love Dwight Howard’

Shaquille O’Neal admitted that he loves Dwight Howard as he tried to

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NBA insider shares latest gossip surrounding Dejounte Murray-to-Lakers buzz

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly remain linked to Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte

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Report: Bronny James is on ‘multiple’ draft boards across the NBA

Bronny James reportedly is on the draft boards of multiple NBA teams

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Report: Max Christie has value and fans around NBA as Lakers rumors continue to fly

Max Christie has seen an uptick in his playing time for the

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Report: Dejounte Murray to Lakers could be possible if they’re willing to include Austin Reaves

Dejounte Murray is emerging as one of the top targets who might

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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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