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Ryan Ward is a veteran sportswriter who has covered the NBA and NFL for over a decade. Along with numerous exclusive interviews with professional athletes, Ward has been credentialed by the Los Angeles Lakers since 2011.
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NFL

Mack Brown Gushes About Drake Maye Ahead Of Draft

CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 29: Drake Maye #10 of the North Carolina Tar Heels looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half of their game at Kenan Memorial Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Michael Malone Reveals How Nuggets Feel About The Lakers

Head coach Michael Malone of the Denver Nuggets directs his team against the Portland Trail Blazers in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on February 02, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Nikola Jokic Has Honest Admission About Facing Lakers Last Season

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - FEBRUARY 12: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets waits for a free throw during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on February 12, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Chase Daniel Believes 1 QB Prospect Is Going To Be 'Elite'

A general view of the pitch prior to the NFL match between Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs at Deutsche Bank Park on November 05, 2023 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Giants WR Is Reportedly Seeking A Contract Extension

New York Giants logo is seen during the game against the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium on December 13, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Andrew Wiggins Gets Honest About His Performance This Season

Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Luka Samanic #19 of the Utah Jazz in the first half at Chase Center on April 14, 2024 in San Francisco, California. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Paul George Names The Best Rookie Season In NBA History

Paul George of the Los Angeles Clippers speaks during media availability as part of 2023 NBA All Star Weekend on February 18, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Nick Wright Makes A Surprising Prediction About Lakers, Nuggets Series

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers scores his 40,000th career point during the first half against Michael Porter Jr. #1 of the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena on March 2, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Insider Gives Concerning Injury Update About Zion Williamson

Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the second half of a play-in tournament game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Smoothie King Center on April 16, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

LeBron James Sends A Clear Message After Win Over Pelicans

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates after winning a play-in tournament game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on April 16, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Steph Curry Sends A Clear Message Ahead Of Kings Matchup

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings in the second half at Chase Center on January 25, 2024 in San Francisco, California. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Daniel Jones Sends A Clear Message About His Status With Giants

Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants takes the field before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Analyst Says 1 NBA Team 'Isn't Afraid Of Anybody'

A basketball is placed on the court next to an NBA logo during a break in the first half of a 2023 NBA Summer League game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Houston Rockets at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Nick Wright Makes Bold Prediction About The Warriors

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 20: Chris Paul #3 of the Golden State Warriors stands on the court during their game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chase Center on March 20, 2024 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Analyst Says Lakers Should Be 'Nervous' About Potential Playoff Matchup

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up prior to a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on April 14, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Fans Can't Believe What Craig Carton Said About Anthony Davis

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 30: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on from the bench during the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on January 30, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images). Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Andy Reid Announces Decision About Rashee Rice

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 13: Rashee Rice #4 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Miami Dolphins in the AFC Wild Card Playoffs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 13, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Analyst Says 'It's Championship Or Bust' For 1 NBA Team

Basketballs are lined up under the NBA Playoffs logo before the start of a game between the Toronto Raptors and the Brooklyn Nets in Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 17, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Justin Jefferson Has Made A Decision About Attending Offseason Workouts

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings gestures in the second half of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on December 16, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

C.J. Stroud Has Honest Admission About Stefon Diggs Trade

C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans warms-up prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at NRG Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Houston, Texas. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Everyone's Laughing At Daniel Jones After Press Conference

Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants leaves the field after an injury against the Miami Dolphins during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NFL

Analyst Reveals NFL Team With Easiest Schedule In 2024

Footballs during the Cincinnati Bengals against the Miami Dolphins at Paul Brown Stadium on September 29, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
NBA

Warriors Send Message Ahead Of Play-In Showdown

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors watches his team play against the Utah Jazz from the bench in the first half at Chase Center on April 14, 2024 in San Francisco, California. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

Thunder Cap Off Regular Season With Return To The Top

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Paycom Center on April 14, 2024 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

Lakers Set For Key Rematch On Tuesday

Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a play during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on April 14, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

NBA Reveals Western Conference Playoff Seeds

Detail of the NBA official basketball at Ball Arena on October 26, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

Analyst Shares Full Schedule For East Play-In Tournament

Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards at the Wells Fargo Center on November 06, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

LeBron James Has Reached Another Elite Milestone

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes to the basket during the game against Zavier Simpson #2 of the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on April 12, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

Analyst Highlights Bizarre Decision By The Cavs In Season Finale

Head coach J. B. Bickerstaff of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center on February 28, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
NBA

Gregg Popovich Has Strong Message About Victor Wembanyama’s Mentality

Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates their victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at Frost Bank Center on January 27, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 29: Drake Maye #10 of the North Carolina Tar Heels looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half of their game at Kenan Memorial Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
NFL

Mack Brown Gushes About Drake Maye Ahead Of Draft

  With about a week left until the 2024 NFL Draft gets underway on April 25, the consens... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Head coach Michael Malone of the Denver Nuggets directs his team against the Portland Trail Blazers in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena on February 02, 2024 in Denver, Colorado.
NBA

Michael Malone Reveals How Nuggets Feel About The Lakers

  The stage is set for another hard-fought battle between the Los Angeles Lakers and Den... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - FEBRUARY 12: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets waits for a free throw during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on February 12, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

Nikola Jokic Has Honest Admission About Facing Lakers Last Season

  During the NBA playoffs last year, the Denver Nuggets seemed like the team of destiny... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
A general view of the pitch prior to the NFL match between Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs at Deutsche Bank Park on November 05, 2023 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
NFL

Chase Daniel Believes 1 QB Prospect Is Going To Be 'Elite'

  With about a week left until the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft gets underway on Ap... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
New York Giants logo is seen during the game against the Arizona Cardinals at MetLife Stadium on December 13, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
NFL

Giants WR Is Reportedly Seeking A Contract Extension

  Voluntary offseason workouts are underway in the NFL with some players around the leag... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Luka Samanic #19 of the Utah Jazz in the first half at Chase Center on April 14, 2024 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

Andrew Wiggins Gets Honest About His Performance This Season

  After losing to the division-rival Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night in the Play-In To... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Paul George of the Los Angeles Clippers speaks during media availability as part of 2023 NBA All Star Weekend on February 18, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
NBA

Paul George Names The Best Rookie Season In NBA History

  With the 2023-24 NBA regular season coming to an end, the first year of Victor Wembany... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers scores his 40,000th career point during the first half against Michael Porter Jr. #1 of the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena on March 2, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Nick Wright Makes A Surprising Prediction About Lakers, Nuggets Series

  With the Los Angeles Lakers getting the best of the New Orleans Pelicans in the Play-I... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the second half of a play-in tournament game against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Smoothie King Center on April 16, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

Insider Gives Concerning Injury Update About Zion Williamson

  On Tuesday night, the New Orleans Pelicans had an opportunity to advance to the first... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates after winning a play-in tournament game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on April 16, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

LeBron James Sends A Clear Message After Win Over Pelicans

  On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers went head-to-head against the New Orleans Pelicans... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings in the second half at Chase Center on January 25, 2024 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

Steph Curry Sends A Clear Message Ahead Of Kings Matchup

  After a forgettable NBA regular season, the Golden State Warriors were barely able to... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants takes the field before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
NFL

Daniel Jones Sends A Clear Message About His Status With Giants

  After signing a contract extension with the New York Giants before last season, which... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
A basketball is placed on the court next to an NBA logo during a break in the first half of a 2023 NBA Summer League game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Houston Rockets at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

Analyst Says 1 NBA Team 'Isn't Afraid Of Anybody'

  After the 2023-24 NBA regular season came to an end over the weekend, the playoff matc... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 20: Chris Paul #3 of the Golden State Warriors stands on the court during their game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Chase Center on March 20, 2024 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

Nick Wright Makes Bold Prediction About The Warriors

  After an up-and-down 2023-24 NBA regular season, the once-dominant Golden State Warrio... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up prior to a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on April 14, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

Analyst Says Lakers Should Be 'Nervous' About Potential Playoff Matchup

  The Los Angeles Lakers are currently in a difficult situation because they will have t... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 30: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on from the bench during the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on January 30, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images).
NBA

Fans Can't Believe What Craig Carton Said About Anthony Davis

  After winning 47 games during the NBA regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers will have... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 13: Rashee Rice #4 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs with the ball during the first quarter against the Miami Dolphins in the AFC Wild Card Playoffs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 13, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.
NFL

Andy Reid Announces Decision About Rashee Rice

  One thing the Kansas City Chiefs were sorely missing during the 2023 NFL season was a... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Basketballs are lined up under the NBA Playoffs logo before the start of a game between the Toronto Raptors and the Brooklyn Nets in Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 17, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
NBA

Analyst Says 'It's Championship Or Bust' For 1 NBA Team

  The 2023-24 NBA regular season has officially come to an end, with the stage being set... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings gestures in the second half of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on December 16, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
NFL

Justin Jefferson Has Made A Decision About Attending Offseason Workouts

  One superstar wide receiver who seems to be set for a massive payday is three-time Pro... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans warms-up prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at NRG Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Houston, Texas.
NFL

C.J. Stroud Has Honest Admission About Stefon Diggs Trade

  After an incredible 2023 NFL season, which resulted in an AFC South division title, a... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Daniel Jones #8 of the New York Giants leaves the field after an injury against the Miami Dolphins during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
NFL

Everyone's Laughing At Daniel Jones After Press Conference

  The New York Giants headed into the 2023 NFL season with high hopes of potentially bei... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Footballs during the Cincinnati Bengals against the Miami Dolphins at Paul Brown Stadium on September 29, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
NFL

Analyst Reveals NFL Team With Easiest Schedule In 2024

  After a potential game-changing offseason for the Atlanta Falcons, the struggling fran... Ryan Ward • 1 week ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors watches his team play against the Utah Jazz from the bench in the first half at Chase Center on April 14, 2024 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

Warriors Send Message Ahead Of Play-In Showdown

  Last year, one of the best NBA playoff series was the upstart Sacramento Kings' first-... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder handles the ball during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Paycom Center on April 14, 2024 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
NBA

Thunder Cap Off Regular Season With Return To The Top

  Coming into the 2023-24 NBA regular season, the Oklahoma City Thunder were thought to... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a play during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on April 14, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

Lakers Set For Key Rematch On Tuesday

  On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers were looking to win their regular-season finale on t... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
Detail of the NBA official basketball at Ball Arena on October 26, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.
NBA

NBA Reveals Western Conference Playoff Seeds

  It came down to the last day of the 2023-24 NBA regular season in order for the playof... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards at the Wells Fargo Center on November 06, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NBA

Analyst Shares Full Schedule For East Play-In Tournament

  The 2023-24 NBA regular season will come to an end today, with the playoff picture bei... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes to the basket during the game against Zavier Simpson #2 of the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on April 12, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee.
NBA

LeBron James Has Reached Another Elite Milestone

  The Los Angeles Lakers were able to turn things around during this 2023-24 NBA regular... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
Head coach J. B. Bickerstaff of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center on February 28, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
NBA

Analyst Highlights Bizarre Decision By The Cavs In Season Finale

  Coming into Sunday's game against the lowly Charlotte Hornets, the Cleveland Cavaliers... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago
Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs celebrates their victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at Frost Bank Center on January 27, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas.
NBA

Gregg Popovich Has Strong Message About Victor Wembanyama’s Mentality

  For the teams not headed for the Play-In Tournament or NBA playoffs, Sunday is the las... Ryan Ward • 2 weeks ago


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