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Dwight Howard wants to get away before deciding on Lakers return
Kobe Bryant says it is 'very important' for the soon-to-be free agent to come back, and General Manager Mitch Kupchak says he's optimistic. Pau Gasol doesn't get strong indication of his future.
He's just the man to lead the Lakers: Phil for president
Franchise is in disarray, and perhaps only one man can fix it: Phil Jackson. But not in the way you might think.
Steve Nash makes Lakers' case: 'This is the place' for Dwight Howard
Nash calls this season the most frustrating of his 17-year career and wants to make next season 'a phenomenal experience.' To that end, he is 'very hopeful' the soon-to-be free agent center will return.
Think the Lakers should let Dwight Howard go? Think again
Fans are upset with Howard over Lakers' wasted season, and his ejection in final game. But he's still the best option to build around. Re-signing him is essential.
Lakers, Dwight Howard need to walk away from each other
The center has proven he can't handle being the face of a franchise like the Lakers. The team needs to rebuild and needs the financial flexibility it won't have if Howard is re-signed.
What's left of Lakers isn't nearly enough to beat Spurs
Drearily departed: Lakers' lost season ends tepidly as Spurs roll, 103-82, in Game 4.
Lakers' Pau Gasol is steady as he goes ... away?
Gasol stays classy as the Lakers' season ends with Game 4 loss to Spurs in first round, but he probably has played his last game for L.A. for team financial reasons. He appears stoic about his fate.
With season over, Lakers must consider payroll options
Dwight Howard can decide to become a free agent, the Lakers can amnesty a player and several reserves probably won't return. The Lakers have the largest payroll in the NBA and could look to lower taxes.
Mike D'Antoni takes chants, still hopes to turn them to cheers
Lakers Coach Mike D'Antoni says he hears fans calling for Phil Jackson and understands why they do it. He also admits mistakes and vows to turn things around.
Lakers' playoff outcome all but inevitable going into Game 4
They would have to do what's never been done before to come back from a 3-0 deficit to win four NBA playoff games. Beyond that, their future is uncertain.
Letters: Who's the future of the Lakers?
Readers are split on Dwight Howard, but they're in agreement that Kobe Bryant should mind his own tweeting business.
This can't end soon enough for the Lakers
A 120-89 loss in Game 3 to the San Antonio Spurs puts the Lakers in a 3-0 series deficit that no miracles, casts, bandages or painkillers can help.
Lakers, down to backcourt of last resort, are crushed by Spurs
Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash and Steve Blake are out, Darius Morris and Andrew Goudelock start, and Lakers lose 120-89. They trail series 3-0; season could end Sunday.
Shorthanded Lakers no match for Spurs in Game 3
San Antonio pulls away for a 120-89 victory to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven playoff series.
Lakers' Andrew Goudelock rises to the moment
The D-League's MVP takes advantage of his start in Game 3, but his 20 points fall short of what the Lakers need.
Is Hack-a-Howard on the way out?
NBA's president of basketball operations says strategy slows the game down. Dwight Howard says he needs to make his free throws.