Today marks the 16th anniversary of The Dark Knight's release Lakers GM Rob Pelinka recalls how Kobe impressed by Heath Ledger's performance sought to learn Ledger's methods and applied these insights in a game against the KnicksLedger had passed away 6 months before the movie was released

The refs call a technichal foul on the ball boy and awards the Knicks a free throw

Kobe Bryant's advice to Kevin Durant 'Really just don't be a crybaby'

Buddy Hield hits his 5th three outscoring the Knicks 17-15 in the second quarter

Stat Muse The Lakers offense this season 30th in offensive rating 30th in FG 30th in 3P They have the leagues 5th best defensive rating