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  • February 2008

    • LeBron Nets MVP as East Wins

      Washington Post  |  Feb 18, 08 5:17 AM CST

      LeBron Nets MVP as East Wins

      (Newser) - Ray Allen, only on the NBA All-Star roster to replace an injured Caron Butler, proved himself more than worthy of his slot by scoring a game-high 28 points to help the East to a 134-128 victory. Despite Allen's five three-pointers and red-hot fourth quarter, it was LeBron James hoisting the MVP trophy for his 27 points, nine assists and eight boards, reports the Washington Post. More »

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      NBA  • LeBron James  • Kobe Bryant  • New Orleans  • Chris Paul  • Ray Allen  • Amare Stoudemire  • Carmelo Anthony  • Brandon Roy  • NBA All-Star Game

    • Bryant Tears Ligament in Pinkie

      Los Angeles Times  |  Feb 15, 08 12:08 AM CST

      Bryant Tears Ligament in Pinkie

      (Newser) - A pinkie injury Kobe Bryant sustained earlier in the month has taken a turn for the worse, the LA Times reports. Though Bryant's pinkie was initially listed as dislocated, following further aggravation during Wednesday's victory over Minnesota, the digit now has a torn ligament and an avulsion fracture. Bryant, for now, is ruling out surgery which would sideline him for six weeks. More »

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      NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • Minnesota Timberwolves  • Mitch Kupchack

    • Pierce, Allen Lead KG-Less Celtics

      Associated Press  |  Feb 14, 08 12:16 AM CST

      Pierce, Allen Lead KG-Less Celtics

      (Newser) - The Eastern Conference’s newest All-Star, Ray Allen, had 21 points as the Boston Celtics defeated the New York Knicks 111-103. Allen was named as the injury replacement for fellow UConn product Caron Butler during the third quarter. Boston’s frontcourt, already without Kevin Garnett and Kendrick Perkins, lost more healthy members after Brian Scalabrine and Big Baby Davis left with injuries, reports the Associated Press. Elsewhere in the Association: More »

    • Lakers Top Bobcats, Extend Their Road Roll

      Associated Press  |  Feb 11, 08 10:57 PM CST

      Lakers Top Bobcats, Extend Their Road Roll

      (Newser) - Kobe Bryant, playing with an extra spring in his step since the Lakers acquired Pau Gasol, scored 31 points as LA improved to 6-2 on a season-long road trip with a 106-97 win at Charlotte. However, for the second straight night, LA couldn't hold a big lead against a far weaker Eastern Conference opponent, instead squeaking out the victory, reports AP. More »

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      basketball  • NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • Charlotte Bobcats  • Pau Gasol

    • Kobe, Lakers Defeat Wade, Hapless Heat

      Associated Press  |  Feb 10, 08 7:46 PM CST

      Kobe, Lakers Defeat Wade, Hapless Heat

      (Newser) - Shawn Marion was in the lineup for Miami today, but in the end, the result was the same. This time it was 104-94 against the visiting Los Angeles Lakers, the Heat's 22nd loss in 23 games, reports AP. Kobe Bryant scored 33 points and Lamar Odom was strong on the glass with 18 rebounds. Mark Blount scored 22 for Miami. More »

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      basketball  • NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • Miami Heat  • Shaquille O'Neal  • Pau Gasol  • Dwyane Wade  • Shawn Marion

    • Laker Duo Has the Magic in Orlando

      Orlando Sentinel  |  Feb 8, 08 10:01 PM CST

      Laker Duo Has the Magic in Orlando

      (Newser) - Kobe Bryant hit two free throws inside a minute left and host Orlando went cold down the stretch, missing five straight shots in a 117-113 Lakers victory. The sellout crowd, which included Tiger Woods, saw Bryant's new sidekick, Pau Gasol, net 30 as LA overcame a 44-point first-period explosion from the Magic. Dwight Howard scored 19 in the loss. Elsewhere: More »

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      basketball  • NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • Orlando Magic  • New Jersey Nets  • Toronto Raptors  • Charlotte Bobcats  • Los Angeles Clippers

    • Spurs Power Past Slumping Wizards 85-77

      Associated Press  |  Feb 7, 08 12:48 AM CST

      Spurs Power Past Slumping Wizards 85-77

      (Newser) - A rejuvenated Robert Horry led San Antonio on a 17-4 third quarter run that gave the Spurs the lead and carried them to an 85-77 win over Washington. The Wizards have now lost five straight, reports the Associated Press. The skid has coincided with All-Star Caron Butler’s hip injury that has sidelined him four times in the past six games. Elsewhere in the Association: More »

    • Ka-Pau! Gasol KO's Nets in Lakers Debut

      Los Angeles Times  |  Feb 5, 08 11:15 PM CST

      Ka-Pau! Gasol KO's Nets in Lakers Debut

      (Newser) - Pau Gasol did not disappoint in his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers. The seven-foot Spaniard scored 24 points on 10-of-15 shooting and grabbed 12 rebounds as Los Angeles beat the New Jersey Nets 105-90, reports the Associated Press. Kobe Bryant scored a season-low six points but had eight assists and seemed to work well with his newly-arrived teammate. More »

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      basketball  • NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • New Jersey Nets  • Vince Carter  • Pau Gasol

    • Kobe, Lakers Soar Past Washington

      Washington Post  |  Feb 3, 08 10:56 PM CST

      Kobe, Lakers Soar Past Washington

      (Newser) - Technically, the Lakers were playing a road game at Washington, but it was hard to tell at times, as Kobe Bryant heard lots cheers while pouring in 19 points during the first quarter of his team's 103-91 victory. In all, the superstar finished with 30 while Lamar Odom and Vladimir Radmonovich also made significant contributions against the listless Wizards. More »

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      basketball  • NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • Washington Wizards  • Pau Gasol  • Caron Butler

    • Kobe Lights it Up Against Toronto - Again

      Associated Press  |  Feb 1, 08 10:54 PM CST

      Kobe Lights it Up Against Toronto - Again

      (Newser) - Kobe Bryant capped off an exciting day for LA with 46 points, including several show-stopping dunks, in a 121-101 win at Toronto, writes the AP. Earlier in the day the team bolstered its lineup by trading for former All-Star Pau Gasol. The Lakers, leading by only six entering the fourth quarter, then broke it open by making their first eight shots of the stanza. More »

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      basketball  • NBA  • Los Angeles Lakers  • Kobe Bryant  • Toronto Raptors  • Chris Bosh  • Phil Jackson

    • Lakers Make a Big Move for Big Man Gasol

      Los Angeles Times  |  Feb 1, 08 10:09 PM CST

      Lakers Make a Big Move for Big Man Gasol

      (Newser) - Kobe Bryant can't accuse the Lakers' management for not trying to build a supporting cast around him anymore. Today, they traded career disappointment and former No. 1 overall pick Kwame Brown to Memphis for Pau Gasol, a shining light on an otherwise disappointing Grizzlies team. Additional players, including Gasol's brother Marc, and picks were also exchanged, reports the L.A. Times . More »