This Day In Lakers History: Elgin Baylor Scores 40 Points Against Detroit Pistons In NBA Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers have a rich and storied history, one that has been graced by some of the greatest players…

This Day In Lakers History: Chick Hearn Calls 2,000th Consecutive Game

The Los Angeles Lakers have a rich and storied history, one that has seen some of the biggest names in professional…

This Day In Lakers History: Jeanie Buss Hires Magic Johnson, Fires Jim Buss & Mitch Kupchak

On Feb. 21, 2017, Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss orchestrated a major shakeup in the team’s front office…

This Day In Lakers History: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Picks Up Injured Magic Johnson In Win Against Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics have a rivalry that has been cultivated over decades, eventually becoming…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Notches Triple-Double Against Grizzlies

Winning an NBA Championship is hard, but winning three in a row is an almost inconceivably difficult task. Yet that’s…

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This Day In Lakers History: L.A. Defeats 76ers In 2001 NBA Finals To Cap Off Historic Playoff Run

The Los Angeles Lakers have an illustrious history filled with superstars and championship trophies, but that doesn’t…

This Day In Lakers History: Michael Cooper Sets Then-NBA Finals Record With Six 3-Pointers Against Boston Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics just may have the greatest sports rivalry of all-time. The two teams have…

This Day In Lakers History: Robert Horry Hits Buzzer-Beater Against Kings In Western Conference Finals

Sometimes, certain events take place that leave such a lasting impression that we remember details of exactly what…

This Day In Lakers History: Trevor Ariza’s Steal Gives L.A. Series Lead Over Nuggets In Western Conference Finals

In the NBA Playoffs, sometimes one or two big plays determine the outcome of a series, and the Los Angeles Lakers…