Heat's Pat Riley has 'mind blowing' reaction after Lakers statue announcement
Zachary Weinberger is a credentialed Miami Heat reporter and an Associate Editor covering the NBA at-large, NCAA Football, and NCAA Basketball for ClutchPoints. He graduated from Florida Atlantic University in 2022, covering sports at the FAU University Press and later at The Palm Beach Post.
Heat president Pat Riley ‘can’t believe’ Lakers will honor him with statue
The Miami owner has been an important figure in almost 25% of all NBA Finals appearances, whether it has been as an executive, a player or a coach.
Miami Heat's Pat Riley Thanks Lakers for ‘Mind Blowing’ Historic Honor
Miami Heat team president Pat Riley has earned another honor, this time from the Los Angeles Lakers, and he's grateful for the opportunity.
Magic Johnson Reacts to Pat Riley Receiving Statue Outside Lakers Arena
Los Angeles Lakers legend and Hall of Famer Magic Johnson congratulates Pat Riley for receiving a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena.
Lakers to honor Showtime-era coach Pat Riley with statue outside Crypto.com Arena
The Lakers have announced they will honor Showtime-era coach Pat Riley with a statue outside Crypto.com Arena, joining Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson and five others.
Lakers to add Pat Riley statue to Star Plaza
The eighth Laker to be commemorated in Star Plaza, Riley will join Elgin Baylor, Kobe Bryant, Chick Hearn, Magic Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Jerry West. Set for completion in 2026, the Lakers will announce the official unveiling date at a later time.
Weeks after Heat dedicated court to Pat Riley, Lakers announce plans for Riley statue
Just a few weeks after the Heat dedicated its home court to Pat Riley, he learned that he will also be honored on the West Coast for his work with the Lakers.
Lakers Set to Honor Coaching Great Pat Riley
Pat Riley, famed Lakers coach, will receive the same recognition players like Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson have, a statue at Crypto.com Arena.
NBA News: Miami Heat president Pat Riley shares emotional reaction to Lakers statue honor
The Los Angeles Lakers have announced plans to erect a statue honoring NBA legend Pat Riley for his remarkable contributions as the team’s head coach during the “Showtime” era. The current Miami Heat president responded with heartfelt gratitude to this significant tribute.
Former Lakers Greats Come Together to Surprise Pat Riley With News He'll Get Statue
The 79-year-old Riley was an assistant with the Lakers from 1979 to 1981 under Paul Westhead. Los Angeles won a championship in 1980, then Riley took over as head coach when Westh
Pat Riley Getting A Lakers Statue, And JJ Redick Doing His Best Impression To Start Season
Former Lakers head coach Pat Riley will be getting his own statue in downtown Los Angeles’ Star Plaza. He will be the eighth former member of the Lakers organization to have the
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Another Lakers legend to receive statue outside arena
One of the winningest coaches in NBA history will forever be enshrined in downtown Los Angeles when the Lakers unveil the ...
The Sports Report: Clippers hold off Steph Curry and the Warriors
The Clippers hold off the Warriors just enough for a thrilling 102-99 win that wasn’t sealed until the final buzzer.
Jeanie Buss’ heartfelt tribute to Pat Riley reveals his “blueprint” still shapes Lakers' success
The Los Angeles Lakers will honor Pat Riley with a statue at Star Plaza, recognizing his immense contributions to the ...