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Edwin Garcia

@ecreates88.bsky.social

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I cover the Lakers, Sparks and women’s basketball in general. Here to talk hoops and enjoy some shenanigans

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · Aug 24

It's Mamba Day, so here is a story I did on how Kobe Bryant is still impacting the Lakers. www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...

Kobe Bryant’s legacy with Lakers is as strong as ever

With two retired jerseys, multiple statues and murals all over Los Angeles, Kobe Bryant’s legacy is as strong as ever with the Lakers.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 8h

I was the same. Now I'm ready to put a backup sweater in the car for the rest of the year just in case.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 8h

It's sweater weather in Los Angeles, folks. These low 60s October nights are no joke.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 12h

"How can new players adjust not only to Redick’s system but also to playing alongside LeBron and Luka, if they aren’t getting any reps with the two best players on the team?" Check out today's Lakers training camp notebook. www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-news/...

Lakers Training Camp Notebook: Working while waiting on LeBron James and Luka Dončić

The Lakers are still practicing without LeBron James and Luka Dončić, but have begun installing more of their offense.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 16h

I'm here covering Lakers practice on behalf of @lakerssbn.bsky.social. Rui Hachimura is working on some catch-and-shoot 3-pointers while season ticket holders watch on the other side of the court.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 1d

Me: You know it's my busy time of the year
Her: It's preseason

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 1d

WE ARE SO BACK!

NBABeau @nbabeau.bsky.social · 1d

Y’all, here’s the first NBA Top 10 I’ve called working directly for the league.

We really hope you enjoy it. m.youtube.com/watch?v=fiec...

NBA's Top 10 Plays of the Night | October 6, 2025

YouTube video by NBA

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 1d

JJ Redick said Marcus Smart was able to participate in practice today. Austin Reaves said Smart defended him a couple of times and played at his typical defensive level.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 1d

I'm here covering Lakers practice on behalf of @lakerssbn.bsky.social. Maxi Kleber is doing some individual work. JJ Redick said that's all he's been doing so far.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

The bank is open for Jake LaRavia even on a Sunday.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

Ayton with another strong defensive game. He hustled to closeout and forced a travel.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

RJ Davis with a nice 3-pointer. He played well against the Suns so if he plays good again he could start becoming a player that's considered for a two-way deal.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

This is why too much talk about Kuminga. He's not a player the Warriors are wondering if he can be part of their future. Kuminga is here b/c he has to be for the time being.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

Draymond Green is ready for the regular season.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

A Jarred Vanderbilt steal leads to another Gabe Vincent 3-pointer. Vincent has a game-high 13 points.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

Bronny James first one off the bench. This was also true in the first preseason game.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

I'm loving this energy between Vando and Curry.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

A Jarred Vanderbilt steal leads to a Gabe Vincent 3-pointer. Then Vando forces a jump ball, wins the tip and the Lakers score again.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 3d

Starters for Lakers-Warriors

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 4d

Can we not overreact to a Lakers preseason loss especially when LeBron and Luka didn't play? The most important thing is that Austin Reaves looked great, no more injuries happened and Vando has some nice defensive shifts.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 5d

"On Friday night, in the Palm Desert, without his two running mates, Reaves demonstrated he can take charge and handle his business regardless of who is on the floor." Here is my story on why Reaves' performance mattered far more than the final score. www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...

Austin Reaves proved his ceiling is unknown in Lakers preseason opener

The Lakers lost to the Suns in their first preseason game, but Austin Reaves was sensational and that matters more.

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Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 5d

When I talked with JJ, he just told me to defend with toughness." LaRavia on his defensive role on the Lakers.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 5d

I was probably a little slow tonight... I'll be good." - Jake LaRavia on his first Lakers preseason game.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 5d

"I think we're all going to click... I thought Vando did a really good job setting the intensity on the defensive end." Jake LaRavia postgame.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 5d

"I thought Vando played hard," Redick said. He also highlighted RJ Davis.

Edwin Garcia @ecreates88.bsky.social · 5d

JJ Redick said "Run, talk, compete" were three things he wanted to see tonight. He said run was good, but talk and compete need work.