J.Isaac LivingstonMay 23, 20235 min readThe L.A. Lakers' Offseason: A Lesson in Asset ManagementAs we approach the NBA Finals, let's briefly turn our attention to one of the NBA's most storied franchises: the Los Angeles Lakers....
J.Isaac LivingstonMay 17, 20233 min readThe Lakers-Nuggets Showdown: A Wild Game 1 Ride and the Promise of MorePlease pull up a chair, grab a handful of popcorn (or cheesy nachos; we don't judge), and buckle up! We're about to embark on a wild ride...
J.Isaac LivingstonMay 10, 20232 min readA State in Suspension: California's Economy Under the Shadow of the Writer's Guild StrikeIn the grand narrative of California's ever-evolving tapestry, the specter of the Writer's Guild Strike of 2023 has swept across the...
J.Isaac LivingstonMay 5, 20232 min readThe Re-emergence Of The Big Man: Redefining the Center PositionThe NBA has undergone significant changes in recent years, notably with the rise of the three-pointer and analytics. This shift in play...
J.Isaac LivingstonMay 3, 20232 min readWriters Strike 2023: The Financial Impact on TV, Film, and Local EconomiesThe Writers Guild strike in Hollywood has already made a visible impact to viewers. Late-night shows like “Saturday Night Live,” “The...
J.Isaac LivingstonMay 2, 20232 min readLeBron James vs. Steph Curry: The Battle for Financial SupremacyAs we gear up for this second-round clash between two GOATS, we decided to dig into the only question real fans want to know - Who's...
J.Isaac LivingstonApr 30, 20231 min readLakers Lockdown: Vanderbilt's Vital Role in Taming CurryAfter defeating the Memphis Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Lakers are heading to the second round of the NBA playoffs. Their next challenge?...
J.Isaac LivingstonApr 29, 20231 min readLeBron Stunts on the Grizz The LeBron James and Dillon Brooks feud concluded predictably, with James letting his actions do the talking after the Lakers' Game 6...
J.Isaac LivingstonApr 28, 20231 min readLakers' Big Man to Ignite Game 6 ShowdownLeBron and his Lakers are set for a game 6 face-off against Ja Morant's Grizzlies. With a 3-2 lead, the Lakers are feeling the burn from...