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NBA Legend Questions LeBron James’ Basketball Ability Amid Bold Karl Malone Comparison

Cedric Ceballos seems to think that Karl Malone was the LeBron James of his time. But he still doesn't believe in Bron's dunking.
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Lakers Legend Calls Shaquille O’Neal ‘Idiot’ as Disgusting Incident With Media Member Finally Emerges

A Lakers legend recalls a hilarious Shaquille O'Neal incident after a weird story involving the former NBA star and a media member emerges.
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Savannah James Issues 8-Word Demand After Instantly Regretting Major Change

Lakers star LeBron James' Savannah James has issued a huge 8-word message to her fans after making a regretful change during the offseason.
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Lakers Legend Confirms Stephen Curry Would’ve Struggled in 90s NBA Against Teammates’ Emotional Plea

Emotional plea from teammates would have stunted Stephen Curry's abilities in the previous era, claims Lakers legend
NBA: Memphis Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors

JJ Redick Blamed for Dalton Knecht’s Struggles as Sad Trade Forecast Emerges

Dalton Knecht’s Lakers journey has hit turbulence, with JJ Redick’s rotations, trade rumors, and Summer League struggles all fueling doubts.
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Pau Gasol Sends Message To “Best Friend” 6 Years After Making a Life-Changing Decision

Pau Gasol marks a heartfelt milestone with a rare glimpse into the love that’s defined his life beyond basketball. Read more for the details.

Dalton Knecht Makes Lakers Key Concern Worse as Eyewitness Raises Alarm Amid Trade Rumors

Dalton Knecht makes matters worse for the Lakers with a disappointing Summer League performance amid escalating trade buzz.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Los Angeles Lakers

NBA Legend Tells Bronny James to follow Ex-Lakers Star’s Mindset amid Message to JJ Redick

NBA legend urges Bronny James to follow in former Lakers star's footsteps after revealing focus to JJ Redick
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Insider Deems Bradley Beal’s Lakers Move ‘Unlikely’ as Free Agency Chase Heats Up

Bradley Beal reportedly has the Lakers on his free agency list, but insider Jovan Buha explains why it’s an unlikely match. Read inside.
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Austin Reaves Sends 5-Word Message to Lakers Teammate Amid Bradley Beal Rumors

Austin Reaves welcomes new Lakers teammate to LA while Bradley Beal rumors continue to escalate amid Suns uncertainty
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Who Is Justin Robinson? All About New Lakers Coach, Parents, Career and More

Read on to know all about Justin Robinson, his parents, college basketball career, stats, and the journey that has now led him to the Lakers
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Darius Bazley Net Worth in 2025: Lakers Star’s Salary, Contract, and Endorsements

Read about Darius Bazley's Net Worth, contract details, his salary and career earnings and more on Essentially Sports.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets-Media Day

LeBron James Saved From Reliving Haunting Experience as Lakers Miss Out on $11M Opportunity

LeBron James breathes a sigh of relief as a player who got famous by dunking over him in Olympics is joining the New York Knicks.
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‘Leader’ Bronny James Sends Strong Summer League Message Amid Uncertain Lakers Future

After a strong showing in the Summer League, Bronny James reveals his role within the Lakers as his future remains uncertain.
NBA: San Antonio Spurs at Los Angeles Lakers

Concerns Over Deandre Ayton and JJ Redick’s Relationship Emerge Amid Lakers Front Office Directive

Deandre Ayton joins the Lakers, but can he click with intense new coach JJ Redick? It's a gamble that could reshape the team’s future.
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Austin Reaves at Demotion Risk as Lakers Advised to Make Bradley Beal Decision

A former radio host highlights that Bradley Beal should join the Lakers, but also implied that Austin Reaves would have to make a sacrifice.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Puts Everyone’s Job at Bucks in Jeopardy as Rob Pelinka Gets Good News

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Rob Pelinka Sends Clear Message To Deandre Ayton After Formalizing $16.6-Million Lakers Deal

Deandre Ayton joins the Lakers on a $16.6M deal, with Rob Pelinka praising his fit next to Doncic as LA looks to rebuild its team.
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Bronny James Reveals Major Sacrifice That Changed His Fortunes After LeBron James’ Message

Bronny James reveals more on gym and less on social media to keep him distracted from trade rumors, especially regarding his father
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers at Portland Trail Blazers

Deandre Ayton Burdened With Lakers Legend’s Legacy as Luka Doncic’s Stance on $16.6M Move Revealed

Deandre Ayton signs $16.6M Lakers deal as Luka Doncic backs move; can he handle the pressure of the franchise’s legendary big man legacy?
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Concerns Over Draymond Green’s Locker Room Altercation Eased as 7′0″ Warriors Target’s Price Surfaces

NBA analysts highlight why De'Andre Ayton not going to Draymond Green's team was good as his acquisition allows Warriors to get someone else
NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at Golden State Warriors

Concerns Over NBA Refs Force Warriors Change as 2025 Draft Picks’ Debut Delayed

Warriors fans were left waiting as draft picks Alex Toohey and Will Richard missed their summer league debut due to delayed trades.
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Change in JJ Redick’s Coaching Team After Sending Key Member to Luka Doncic

The Lakers are going global as assistant coach Greg St. Jean joins Luka Dončić in Slovenia, while Justin Robinson joins JJ Redick's new staff.
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Carmelo Anthony’s Rejection Hits Ex-Lakers Star Hard as Furious Demand Increases

Michael Beasley responds to Carmelo Anthony’s claim of never losing a one-on-one, challenging him to settle it on the court.
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LeBron James Sends Emotional Message to Akron During Cleveland Visit Amid Cavs Trade Rumors

LeBron James's recent visit to Cleveland has sparked intense trade rumors. Is a reunion with the Cavs on the horizon?
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Why Is Bronny James Not Playing in Lakers’ Summer League Game vs Warriors?

Fans were surprised to see Bronny James not suit up against the Golden State Warriors in the G-League, with rumors mill going in overdrive.
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About Los Angeles Lakers

Everything to Know About the Los Angeles Lakers

History

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most popular sports teams in the world. The Lakers are also a very successful team, and it started right from the beginning. The franchise began in 1947 as the Minneapolis Lakers in the National Basketball League and won the title in 1948. The team then joined the rival Basketball Association of America, which would later become the NBA in 1948. The Lakers continued their successful run in the BAA as well. But the team struggled financially in the mid-50s and relocated to Los Angeles in 1960 as the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Who is the owner of the Los Angeles Lakers?

Dr. Jerry Buss purchased the Los Angeles Lakers along with the Forum and NHL's Los Angeles Kings for $67 million in 1979 from then-owner Jack Kent Cooke. The Lakers thrived under the leadership of Buss as he revolutionized virtually the entire league.

When Dr. Buss passed away in 2013, the ownership was transferred to his six children through a family trust. The Buss Family Trusts is the majority owner of the Lakers now with Jeanie Buss acting as the controlling owner. She became the first female controlling owner to win the title when the Lakers clinched the championship in 2020.

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Who are the team sponsors?

The Los Angeles Lakers are sponsored by several major brands. Notably, the Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers signed a stadium-naming rights deal with the cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com. According to reports, it was a 20-year $700 million contract. So, the Staples Center was officially renamed Crypto.com Arena.

While the official kit sponsor of the Lakers is Nike, the team signed a deal with bibigo as the official jersey patch partner in 2021. Some of the other notable sponsors of the team are American Express, Beyond Meat, BioSteel, Budweiser, Comerica, Delta and Pepsi.

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Los Angeles Lakers roster

LeBron JamesSmall Forward38
Anthony DavisCenter30
Austin ReavesShooting Guard25
D’Angelo RussellPoint Guard27
Dennis SchroderPoint Guard29
Rui HachimuraPower Forward25
Lonnie Walker IVGuard24
Mo BambaCenter25
Jarred VanderbiltPower Forward24
Malik BeasleyShooting Guard26
Tristan ThompsonCenter32
Troy Brown Jr.Small Forward23

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Achievements and wins

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the two most successful teams in the league with 17 championships each. The Lakers' winning culture started right after the team was founded in 1947 as they won the NBL title in 1948. The Minneapolis Lakers continued winning titles after moving to the BAA as well. Then the BAA merged with NBL to form the NBA in 1949. So, the Lakers' 1948 title win is not considered by the NBA as an official championship. However, the 1949 championship is recognized since the team joined the BAA.

The dominance of the Lakers continued in the 50s as they won titles in 1950, 1952, 1953 and 1954, led by legendary center George Mikan. However, things went south after Mikan retired in 1954 as the team struggled on and off the court. Because of the financial troubles, the franchise was relocated to Los Angeles in 1960. However, the team still found it hard to get back to its winning ways. After a dry spell that lasted years, the team won the 1972 title with the help of NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain. It was followed by another eight years of disappointment.

In 1979, Dr. Jerry Buss became the majority owner of the Lakers with the intention to turn the team's luck around. 1979 also marked the entry of NBA legend Earvin 'Magic' Johnson when the team drafted him as the first pick. Thus began the era of Showtime Lakers. With the help of Magic, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and others, the Lakers lifted five championships in 1980, 1982, 1985, 1987 and 1988. The team then lost the 1989 and 1991 NBA Finals.

The Lakers struggled again until Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant started working their magic. The duo led the Lakers to three straight championships from 2000 to 2002, a feat even the Showtime Lakers could not achieve. O'Neal, Bryant and the team dismantled their opponents on their way to all three titles, displaying utter dominance. After Shaq left the team in 2004, Kobe became the main man. He then led the team to two straight rings in 2009 and 2010. Recently, superstar LeBron James helped the team win their record 17th championship in 2020.

The Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics and the Lakers are the two most successful teams in the league with 17 championships each. The Lakers and Celtics also have one of the biggest and longest rivalries in sports history. The rivalry between the two started in 1959 when they first faced each other in the Finals. The two have battled in the Finals a record 12 times in which the Celtics mostly came out on top.

In 1959, the Celtics swept the Lakers for the title. The Celtics continued their dominance over the Lakers by winning a mindboggling eight straight Finals, winning in 1959, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969 and 1984 over the Lakers. This was a massive blow to the franchise and its loyal fans who felt that their opponents were simply unbeatable. However, the Lakers finally overcame this streak and won the championship against the Celtics in 1985 and then again in 1987.

After the 1987 Finals, the Lakers and the Celtics once again locked horns in 2008 where Boston came out victorious. The teams again clashed in the 2010 Finals with the Lakers clinching the title this time. While the Celtics have won 9, the Lakers have won 3 in their 12 Finals showdowns so far.

How many numbers have the Lakers retired?

The Lakers have always been fortunate to have some of the most storied players on their roster for a long time. Therefore, so far, the team has 14 names on their rafters. The jerseys of legends George Mikan (99), Elgin Baylor (22), Jerry West (44), Wilt Chamberlain (13), Gail Goodrich (25), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (33), Magic Johnson (32), James Worthy (42), Jamaal Wilkes (52), Shaquille O’Neal (34), Kobe Bryant (8, 24) and Pau Gasol (16) have been retired. Legendary broadcaster Chick Hearn's name is also up on the rafters.

Laker Girls: The owner's game-changing entertainment addition

Dr. Jerry Buss was a visionary who revolutionized the league with his entertainment and marketing ideas. The legendary team owner wanted the Lakers to be entertaining on and off the court to bring fans to the arena and to popularize the game in the country and around the world. One of Dr. Buss' important innovations was the Laker Girls.

The late owner ordered a formation of a dance squad with highly talented female dancers. While the idea received some backlash early on, it became widely accepted. While the Showtime Lakers entertained fans with their up-tempo style of play, the Laker Girls kept the crowd going with their dances during breaks.

Lakers on social media

Instagram@lakers
Twitter@Lakers
Facebook@losangeleslakers
Websitehttps://www.nba.com/lakers?tmd=1
Founded 1947
OwnerBuss Family Trusts
PresidentJeanie Buss
ConferenceWest
General ManagerRob Pelinka
Head CoachDarvin Ham
SponsorsCrypto.com, bibigo, Nike, etc 
ArenaCrypto.com Arena
Championships17
Conference Titles19
Division Titles33
Team Value$5.9 Billion