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Lakers Nation Gives Up on LeBron James After Cold Behavior With Teammates Amid Clippers Rumors

Laker Nation disappointed upon witnessing LeBron James' unusual behavior at Summer League amid Clippers trade buzz.
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Lebron James and Zhuri Turn Coach for Bronny After Public Sighting With Lakers Front Office

LeBron and Zhuri James were spotted coaching Bronny at Summer League, with the full Lakers front office watching courtside. What is going on?
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LeBron James & Rob Pelinka’s Behavior Gives Lakers Nation Hope Amid Rich Paul’s Surprise Revelation

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Rui Hachimura & Dalton Knecht Get Major Update On Lakers Future as Rob Pelinka Battles 3 Teams For 39 Y-O Star

The Lakers’ offseason plans take new turns as trade talks shift and key decisions loom for the front office.
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LeBron James’ Ex-Teammate Makes Cryptic Remark After Insider’s Luka Doncic Confession

LeBron James’ offseason gets messier as a former teammate drops a cryptic remark and insiders weigh in on his uncertain NBA future.
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Fans Grow Tired of Magic Johnson After His Latest Update During Lakers Crisis

Growing fatigue among fans as Magic Johnson’s recent Lakers remarks stir disappointment during ongoing team turmoil.
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Stephen Curry Drops Rare NFL Confession on LeBron James Amid Rumored Link Up With Another Lakers Star

Buzz brews over Stephen Curry teaming up with Lakers star as he reveals rare NFL truth about LeBron James.
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LeBron James Is Hanging on Rich Paul’s Words Amid Luka Doncic’s Manager Makes Relationship Confession

LeBron James grabs spotlight off the court as questions swirl about the Lakers’ next chapter and Luka Doncic’s growing role. Read more.
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Rich Paul Sends Clear Message to NBA Media as LeBron James’ Offseason Priority Emerges

After LeBron James' stance on ESPN, his agent Rich Paul clarifies about the Lakers' exit as more suitors emerge
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2 Teams in LeBron James Trade Conversation Receive Warning From Ex-Warriors Star Amid Lakers Star’s Silence

While LeBron James adamantly remains silent on his future plans, a former NBA player had words for two teams who reportedly want him.
LeBron James

Stephen Curry Gives LeBron James 3 Years to Prove Controversial Statement Wrong Amid Warriors Interest

Amid trade rumors linking LeBron to the Warriors, Steph Curry playfully challenges his longtime rival to a three-year golf showdown.
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Ime Udoka Addresses Kevin Durant’s Viral Claim as Rockets Star’s Personal Goal Emerges

Ime Udoka denies recent claim by Kevin Durant about the former's defensive prowess back when both were competing on the NBA court.
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Vanessa Bryant Swells With Love After Native Country Helps Americans Cope With Texas Floods

Vanessa Bryant shares heartfelt support for Texas flood relief, reflecting her deep roots and ongoing commitment to social welfare.

Lindsey Harding Tells Bronny James One Thing That’ll Change His Lakers Future Amid Injury Scare

Lindsey Harding’s powerful coaching advice for Bronny James could reshape his Lakers journey, as LeBron watches on and fans weigh in.
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What is Jay Huff’s Net Worth and Salary in 2025?

Read about Jay Huff’s Net Worth, contract details, his salary and career earnings and more on Essentially Sports
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LeBron James Makes His Thoughts Known To Stephen Curry After Rookie Hazing At Lake Tahoe

LeBron James makes feelings clear after Stephen Curry's viral rookie hazing incident during American Century Championship
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Jeremiah Fears’ Bold Claim Off to Horrid Start After Loss in Bronny James Match-Up

Jeremiah Fears doesn't live up to his bold claims as Bronny James wipes the floor in the Summer League matchup.
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LeBron James Remains Tight-Lipped as Lakers Insider Reveals Rich Paul Conversation Over LA Future

LeBron James refuses to talk about Lakers situation on ESPN broadcast as details of private conversation with Rich Paul emerge
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LeBron James’ Future Tied to Lakers Owner Mark Walter, Hints Rachel Nichols

LeBron James stirs up speculation with silence, cryptic posts, and one notable absence that has Lakers fans asking questions.
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Kendrick Perkins Calls Ex-Warriors Star ‘Snake’ for Ruining Major LeBron James Opportunity

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Jake LaRavia Confirms JJ Redick’s Feelings About LeBron James as Lakers Exit Plan Revealed

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Lakers Insider Gives Rob Pelinka Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Blueprint Involving Miami Heat Star

As Lakers clear cap space and insiders float creative trade ideas, whispers grow louder about Giannis Antetokounmpo's future.
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Drake Drags Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in LeBron James Drama as Lakers Star Enjoys Budding Relationship

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Lakers Insider Shares New LeBron James Update as Jeanie Buss’ Close Source Reveals Future Plans

Can Jeanie Buss figure out the future of the franchise superstar in LeBron James, as the Lakers Nation wants a positive update?

Ex-Teammate Makes Luka Doncic Conversation Public Amid LeBron James’ Lakers Situation

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Dwight Howard Vows to Reveal Divorce Truth After Ex-Wife Denies Financial Profit

Dwight Howard has sent a stern message to his ex-wife, claiming to reveal the truth after she denied taking any financial profit from him.
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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.

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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