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Ryan Hollin's Basketball Camp - July 30th - Aug 1st
Written by Sentinel News Service 26 July 2012
Hard work, dedication and commitment have been constant themes throughout Ryan Hollins’ 6 year NBA career and, prior to embarking on his 7th, he returns to his hometown of Pasadena, CA to give ... read more >>

4th Annual Nike Basketball 3-On-3 Tournament
Written by Sentinel News Service 24 July 2012
The slam-dunk competition is one of many highflying acts at Nike 3-on-3 basketball tournament at L.A. Live. Photo by Jason Lewis There were a number of youth teams at the tournament last year. Here ... read more >>

LeBron James posts great stats, but disappears again
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 06 June 2012
LeBron James finished the game with 30 points, 12 of them coming in the fourth period. But down the stretch of the game, when the Heat needed him the most, he went scoreless and was not engaged in the ... read more >>

The Clippers are heading into an extremely important off-season
Written by Robert Gillard III (Sports Writer) 30 May 2012
The Clippers have to resolve a number of issues going into next season, one being figuring out how to get guard Eric Bledsoe on the court more. Photo by Jason Lewis This may be the most important off-season ... read more >>

Clippers took two steps forward
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 23 May 2012
The Clippers and forward Blake Griffin made great strides this year, but in the end it was not enough. Photo by Jae C. Hong (AP)But the Spurs sent them one step backBy Jason LewisSentinel Sports Editor ... read more >>

Lakers continue to disappoint
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 21 May 2012
The Lakers were in a position to win both Games 2 & 4, but instead the Thunder celebrated on their way to a 3-1 series lead. Photo by Mark J. TerrillDon’t count on a comeback from this Lakers team ... read more >>

Game 2 loss hurts the Lakers big time
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 17 May 2012
The Lakers seemed this close, but in reality they were really far away. Photo by Sue Ogrocki (AP)A win would have put them in the mix, but a blown lead has them on the verge of being out of the series. ... read more >>

Playoff schedule unkind to Lakers and Clippers…and so are their opponents
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 16 May 2012
The Lakers could not stop the Thunder's athletic ability, while the Spurs were too efficient on offense for the Clippers. Photos by The Associated PressBased on history, the Lakers and Clippers had no ... read more >>

Playoff advancement bitter and sweet for Lakers, Clippers
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 14 May 2012
Metta World Peace came back just in time to help the Lakers avoid embarrassment. Photo by Mark J. Terrill (AP)Caron Butler was supposed to be knocked out of the playoffs with a hand injury, but he was ... read more >>

Lakers find killer instinct a little too late
Written by Jason Lewis (Sentinel Sports Editor) 09 May 2012
Kobe Bryant nearly willed the Lakers back to a Game 5 victory, but it was too little to late. Photo by Jeff LewisThe Lakers were a no show until the end in series close out game loss to the Nuggets. ... read more >>

Clippers find a way in dramatic fashion
Written by Jason Lewis (Sentinel Sports Editor) 09 May 2012
After only one season, All Star point guard Chris Paul (left) can be considered the greatest Clipper ever. Photo by Chris Carlson (AP)Clippers provide high drama in the first round of the playoffs.The ... read more >>

Lakers look like contenders
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 04 May 2012
The Lakers big 3 of Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol, and Andrew Bynum are coming up big in the early stages of the playoffs, but the reserve players such as Devin Ebanks (above) and Jordan Hill are contributing ... read more >>

The even more Curious Case of Metta… World… Peace
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 25 April 2012
Metta World Peace had earned a lot of good will through community service and good behavior on the court, but all it took was one moment to bring it all down, again. Photo by Jeff LewisWorld Peace had ... read more >>

Backlash against Griffin dunks leading to flagrant fouls
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 25 April 2012
Blake Griffin and his teammates have to defend him from opposing players taking cheap shots at him. Photo by Matt York (AP)NBA players are not appreciating being posterized by Blake Griffin.By Jason ... read more >>

It’s put up or shut up time for UCLA, Howland
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 25 April 2012
Shabazz Muhammad is the No. 2 high school player in the nation, and many believe he will be the one to save UCLA’s program. Photo by Charles Rex Arbogast (AP)Kyle Anderson is the No. 5 high school ... read more >>

The Curious Case of Andrew Bynum
Written by jason Lewis (Sports Editor, jasonl@lasentinel.net) 18 April 2012
Andrew Bynum is dominating on the court, but his attitude on and off of it is puzzling at times. Photo by Jeff Lewis Dwight Howard has been the best big man in the game for some time now, but Bynum is ... read more >>

Clippers locked into the playoffs
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor, jasonl@lasentinel.net) 18 April 2012
Point guard Chris Paul (left) is playing MVP caliber basketball as the Clippers have been one of the hottest teams in basketball. Photo by Associated Press Small Forward Caron Butler had a mid season ... read more >>

Jamaal Wilkes Named to Basketball Hall of Fame
Written by Joseph Wright 18 April 2012
Playing a brilliant career that was often overshadowed by the brilliance of others, former Los Angeles Lakers' star Jamaal Wilkes was recently given the ultimate recognition: he was inducted into the Basketball ... read more >>

Sessions Filling The Void And Then Some
Written by Ken Brooks (Sports Writer) 11 April 2012
With Ramon Sessions, the Lakers are no longer weak at the point guard position. Photo by Ken Brooks.Sessions has put up better numbers than Fisher and Blake combined. If Laker fans still love Derek ... read more >>

As the Lakers Turns continues
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 04 April 2012
Andrew Bynum can be the Lakers best scoring office, but maturity issues are dogging him. Shooting three-pointers does not help either. Photo by Jeff LewisRussell Westbrook showed that the Lakers are ... read more >>

Clippers “Get Right” at home
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 04 April 2012
The Clippers are going to need a wing player like Nick Young to give Chris Paul some backcourt help. Photo by Ken BrooksAfter struggling for nearly a month, the Clippers get back to winning at home. ... read more >>

Bryant benched looks like a non-story
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 28 March 2012
Lakers coach Mike Brown caused a big of a controversy when he supposedly benched Kobe Bryant. Photo by Jeff LewisBryant and Brown say that it’s no big deal, but Bynum alludes to the coach proving a ... read more >>

Coaching change may be in order to save Clippers’ season
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 23 March 2012
There are have been reports that the Clipper players are tuning head coach Vinny Del Negro out. A coaching change may be coming if Del Negro does not right the ship soon. Photo by Gerald Herbert/AP The ... read more >>

Derek Fisher: A Lakers Legend
Written by Sentinel News Service 23 March 2012
Derek Fisher was a key contributor in five NBA titles that the Lakers won, and also in their seven NBA Finals appearances over that time period. He was clutch in big moments, and his leadership was invaluable. ... read more >>

Losing a legend could put the Lakers in title contention
Written by Jason Lewis (Sports Editor) 23 March 2012
Through five NBA championships and seven NBA Finals appearances, Derek Fisher was not just along for the ride. He was a key factor in a number of big games. Photo by Jeff LewisSeeing Derek Fisher in ... read more >>

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