Wojnarowski Explains “Pick-Tipping” On FSR

On Thursday night, the NBA welcomed its latest draft class. After months of speculation, the top pick went down without incident. The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Karl-Anthony Towns from Kentucky, the […]

Kobe Bryant Signs A New Contract

Last week, the Chicago Bulls were eliminated from the NBA Playoffs by LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. A report immediately surfaced that the Lakers would be interested in replacing Byron […]

Frozen Fun With Kobe Bryant: “Let It Tank”

On Thursday night, the Lakers welcomed LeBron James to Staples Center for their annual visit. Kobe Bryant, who has been sitting out with increased regularity in recent weeks, established a […]

Made By Kobe: Kobe 9s By Nike

Fans of the Los Angeles Lakers wish that Kobe Bryant was making sweet music on the court and propelling the squad toward a playoff berth. Alas, he’s still rocking the […]

Harmon Talks To Tracy Hackler Of Panini America

Harmon reunites with Tracy Hackler of Panini America to discuss new trading card releases (Immaculate Basketball), the autograph redemption process (and a huge mail day for people waiting on Tom […]

Kobe Bryant’s Return Announced Via Video: It’s A Terrible Trailer

Kobe Bryant’s return to the court was announced in a video of a jersey swaying in the wind, impervious to different types of precipitation and strong winds. I suppose he […]

ITSD: Harmon Talks To Tracy Hackler About Panini “Flawless”

After reading myriad reports across the social media landscape about the latest sensation in the trading card world, Mike Harmon talks to Tracy Hackler of Panini America. The topic of […]

The Game of Telephone Disconnects: Howard To Houston

Breaking news normally doesn’t fall into our collective lap on Friday afternoons. It definitely doesn’t occur on the Friday of a long holiday weekend most years. Of course, it’s not […]

Who Went No. 1? Coverage

This past week, the Stanley Cup Final concluded with a Blackhawks victory over the Bruins in Boston. The next big event on the sports calendar was the NBA Draft and […]

“Stay Dwight” Billboards: When Does The Anthem Drop?

It’s been a whirlwind week of updates in a sporting world that is normally quiet in late June. The Stanley Cup Final concluded on Monday night. The Blackhawks’ Game 6 […]

Exit Interviews: Which Lakers Come Back With Kobe’s Comeback?

On Tuesday afternoon, the media horde descended upon the Los Angeles Lakers practice facility for the obligatory “exit interview” process. It’s that last team event of the season, spread over […]

Harmon’s “ITSD” Podcast 4.29: NFL Draft Recap, Jason Collins, Tebow

I returned behind the microphone on Monday, fully prepared to discuss the final rounds of the NFL Draft and NBA Playoffs, when Jason Collins’ SI article was revealed. It’s the […]

FMC: Kobe Bryant Marked His Territory In Los Angeles

I was going to give the “Fantasy Man-Crush” nod to Nate Robinson following his brilliant performance in the triple-OT win over the Nets on Saturday. With Derrick Rose still OUT […]

Harmon’s “ITSD” Podcast 4.25: It’s NFL DRAFT DAY

Harmon returns to the microphone to scream about the first round of the NFL Draft, his own mock draft , NBA Playoffs and more. He calls for video chat Kobe […]

FMC 4.3: The Los Angeles Clippers

While everyone was watching the implosion of the Lakers, the other occupants of STAPLES Center have put together an historic season. On Wednesday night, the Clippers routed the Suns to […]

Shaq Says Thank You: The No. 34 Goes Up To The Rafters

The Lakers put another jersey up into the rafters on Tuesday night. All ill feelings dissipated and Shaq was welcomed back to Staples Center for the pomp and circumstance. Oh, […]

Stern Wants To Scrub Players Over 23 From Olympic Squad: Kobe Balks

“Basically, it’s just a dumb idea and we (discuss) it that way.” Five-time NBA champion and grizzled veteran Kobe Bryant disagrees with Commissioner David Stern’s desire to eliminate players over […]

Blake Griffin Will Undergo Knee Surgery: Davis Expected Back for Team USA

The big man woes continue for Coach K and Team USA. The team entered camp without Chris Bosh and Dwight Howard, and many pundits wondered aloud where “the beef” (read: […]

It Was The Proper Pass: Blake Just Missed It

Steve Blake is being destroyed in the social media landscape after missing a potential game-winning shot in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals against Oklahoma City. It was a […]

Stomped in OKC: Lakers Flat-Out Embarrassed by the Thunder

I always say, “If you’re going to fail, then fail spectacularly.” The Lakers must have heeded those words on Monday night, as Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinal series […]

Buy The Kobe Mask on eBay: Can I Clone Him?

Do you remember when Kobe Bryant broke his nose after being fouled by Dwyane Wade in the NBA All-Star Game? Well, Kobe was then forced to don a face mask […]

Inside The Swollen Dome Returns: Tuesday 2.21 Edition

Harmon returns to the microphone following a short hiatus to usher in a new run of “Inside The Swollen Dome.” He dives into the news of the day & sets […]

Kobe Bryant and The Foundation: You’ll Wait for Basketball

On Tuesday, Kobe Bryant made a public appearance to discuss his charitable efforts to reduce homelessness in the greater Los Angeles area. You can see my write-up here . It’s […]

Feelin’ You(r) Pain: Lakers Shrink in 0-2 Deficit to Mavericks

On Wednesday night, the Lakers absorbed a huge blow to their quest for a third consecutive NBA title. The Mavericks’ bench played brilliantly, sparked by point guard J.J. Barea. Barea […]

Turn to 3, 4 & 5 When No. 1 and 2 Don’t Show Up

At times, it appeared that Game 2 of the Lakers-Hornets series had devolved into a game of pinball. Bodies were flying everywhere, with hard screen after hard screen and plenty […]

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