This Day In Lakers History: Derek Fisher Proves Clutch In Nail-Biter Against Spurs
Throughout the 2000s, the Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs reigned supreme over much of the Western...
This Day In Lakers History: Chris Kaman Dominates To Dash Suns’ Playoff Hopes
At one point in his career Chris Kaman was an All-Star center. But by the time he joined the Los Angeles Lakers for...
This Day In Lakers History: George Mikan Sets Playoff Record For Points Scored
Throughout the history of the NBA, few teams have been able to separate themselves from the rest of the pack to...
This Day In Lakers History: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Becomes 15th Player In NBA History To Play 1,000 Games
On March 28, 1982, former Los Angeles Lakers center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar became just the 15th player in NBA...
This Day In Lakers History: Magic Johnson Makes Head Coaching Debut
Following the unexpected retirement of Magic Johnson, the 1990s were a stop-gap towards the next generation of...
This Day In Lakers History: City Of Los Angeles Breaks Ground On Staples Center
Back during the early years of the Los Angeles Lakers, and especially during the 'Showtime' era, the Great Western...
This Day In Lakers History: Warriors Collect Then-NBA Record 25 Steals In 139-122 Win Over L.A.
On March 25, 1975, the Los Angeles Lakers faced a difficult challenge in the Golden State Warriors for a showdown...
This Day In Lakers History: Jerry West Caps Off 1969-70 Season With NBA Scoring Title
Throughout the 1960s, the Los Angeles Lakers were one of the elite powerhouses in the NBA, represented by none...
This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Has Fourth Straight 50-Point Game
A week earlier, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant began one of the most prolific scoring streaks in NBA history...
This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Drops 60 Points On Grizzlies To Extend Scoring Streak
On March 22, 2007, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant was right in the middle of one of the most impressive...