Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY

Los Angeles Laker LeBron James is setting the tone for the team and says ‘we have to continue to push forward’ in wake of Kobe Bryant’s death.

Kobe Bryant talked to USA TODAY Sports about life after the NBA, projects with his award-winning multimedia company and coaching his daughter’s team.

Kobe Bryant spoke to USA TODAY Sports about his storytelling approach as his next book – ‘The Wizenard Series: Seaon One’ – hits shelves March 31.

It is unclear to what extent the Los Angeles Lakers will consider Anthony Davis fully healthy before clearing him to play.

Russell Westbrook says the Rockets future is in good hands, but they have a long road ahead to the playoffs.

The 2019 No. 1 NBA draft pick hasn’t played a game for the New Orleans Pelicans yet as the team has been cautious with his recovery from knee surgery.

The Clippers improved to 2-0 vs. the Lakers this season, but don’t jump to any conclusions about how a playoff series between these teams would go.

The Lakers struggled mightily in their season-opening loss to the Clippers, but can even the score with the Los Angeles rivals on Christmas Day.

Paul George does not know what kind of reception he’ll get when the Clippers play in Oklahoma City, but he’s prepared for anything.