Lakers
Lakers Know Rider Can Help, but the Big Question Is Whether He Can Coexist With Jackson
Oct. 25, 2000
Sports
It turns my stomach to picture Isaiah Rider in a Laker uniform.
Sept. 2, 2000
I was shocked to hear about Isaiah Rider’s most recent suspension for failure to comply with the NBA’s drug policy.
March 10, 2001
Isaiah Rider strode into the visitors’ locker room at the Alamodome on Wednesday night, walked right up to Coach Phil Jackson and handed him a sheet of beige hotel stationery.
Nov. 9, 2000
Put those poison pens down, L.A. Times scribes, and back off a few paces.
Dec. 9, 2000
After meeting with Isaiah Rider and hearing his story of ungainly gridlock and unfair public characterizations, Laker officials said Wednesday they were willing to forgive the player’s most recent tardiness, if not forget it.
Nov. 30, 2000
The thing about Isaiah “J.R.” Rider, no one didn’t like him. He did not disrupt the Lakers.
April 11, 2001
A smiling Isaiah Rider said Thursday night that he is closer to understanding what the Lakers plan for him--and that he is willing to go along.
Dec. 1, 2000
Pro basketball: Jackson knows there’s a risk as guard with potential for scoring and trouble signs one-year deal at minimum.
Aug. 26, 2000
Troubled Portland Trail Blazer guard Isaiah Rider reportedly is under investigation for an alleged disturbance late Tuesday at the air charter company that services the team’s flights.
March 9, 1997