Time to 86 the 72-10 talk when it comes to Lakers, Magic says

Time to 86 the 72-10 talk when it comes to Lakers, Magic says

'They shouldn't even try' to attempt matching the Bulls' all-time NBA regular-season record, Johnson says. 'How can we get better?' should be the mantra, he adds.

Lakers' cruise gets a little choppy

They win fourth in a row, but it probably should have been easier.

Bad season is the capper for Mike D'Antoni's New York Knicks

Team is biding its time (and losing a lot) until summer, when it hopes to lure LeBron James and another free agent -- only its salary-cap room isn't as 'maximum' as it thought. At least coach still has a sense of humor.

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You'd think Shannon Brown would be a slam dunk

You'd think Shannon Brown would be a slam dunk

Fans and teammates are cheering for him to be part of the All-Star contest, but he hasn't received an invitation yet. Hey, is assistant coach Brian Shaw putting pressure on him?

Ron Artest keeps things brief on talk show

Ron Artest keeps things brief on talk show

Forward shows up in his underwear for appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.'

Lakers' Andrew Bynum making All-Star push

Lakers' Andrew Bynum making All-Star push

Center is close to joining Toronto's Chris Bosh as the only players in the league averaging more than 20 points and 10 rebounds.

Lakers owner Jerry Buss honors the streak

Lakers owner Jerry Buss honors the streak

He discusses why he is willing to spend a league-high $112.7 million on payroll, his desire to keep Bryant and Jackson, and why he skipped the title festivities.

Lakers finally have pizzazz

Lakers finally have pizzazz

And it's no coincidence that it happens with the return of Pau Gasol to the lineup.

Lakers owner Jerry Buss cautiously optimistic on labor front

Lakers owner Jerry Buss cautiously optimistic on labor front

Buss says he recognizes the potential for collective-bargaining trouble in the summer of 2011 but is hopeful that the NBA and its players can get a deal done.

Defense, turnovers top Lakers Coach Phil Jackson's list of concerns

Defense, turnovers top Lakers Coach Phil Jackson's list of concerns

Initially reluctant to offer a state-of-the-team assessment so early in season, Jackson allows that 'I'm not real happy with our defense,' and adds, 'turnovers is another thing I'm always focused on.'

Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss

Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss

The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes.

Lakers' Gasol proves his worth, even if fans don't notice

Lakers' Gasol proves his worth, even if fans don't notice

The forward/center, who made his season debut Thursday night against the Bulls, makes the Lakers contenders again.

Pau Gasol's freelancing: Buss has a stand, what's yours?

Pau Gasol's freelancing: Buss has a stand, what's yours?

When is too much basketball too much? In a men's room interview, the Lakers' owner allows as how he thinks Gasol overdid it in the off-season.

Pau Gasol's return should help Lakers soar

Pau Gasol's return should help Lakers soar

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A happy return for Lakers' Pau Gasol

A happy return for Lakers' Pau Gasol

He has 24 points and 13 rebounds in his season debut, a rout of the Bulls.

Five years later, Ron Artest recalls the Brawl at the Palace

Five years later, Ron Artest recalls the Brawl at the Palace

Now with the Lakers, Artest says the melee wasn't his fault and he should get some of the $5 million he lost during a 73-game suspension.

Chicago could try to blame road woes on the circus

Chicago could try to blame road woes on the circus

Mike Bresnahan covers the Lakers for The Times and ties up loose ends on the day of his self-designated 'Lakers game of the week.' The Lakers play host to Chicago tonight.

The Pau Watch extends to TV

The Pau Watch extends to TV

Phil Jackson has a field day with Pau Gasol's extended injury, and his guest spot on 'CSI: Miami.'

Lakers almost let it get away

Lakers almost let it get away

Second unit struggles against Pistons, but L.A. ends losing streak at two.

Pau Gasol should be back Thursday

Pau Gasol should be back Thursday

Gasol, now an actor as well, feeling less pain in his hamstring.

Kwame Brown reflects on time with Lakers

Kwame Brown reflects on time with Lakers

Now backing up Ben Wallace in Detroit, Brown is happy for his former teammates and is pleased with Andrew Bynum's progress.

Andrew Bynum keeps scoring even as Lakers struggle

Andrew Bynum keeps scoring even as Lakers struggle

The center has 19 points in a loss at Denver and 21 in a loss to Houston.

Ragged Lakers are well off-pace

Ragged Lakers are well off-pace

Their second loss in a row makes Kobe Bryant's goal of 70 wins this season seem far-fetched. Better goals should be short term and revolve around consistency and focused defense.

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