Byron Scott Archives

This Day In Lakers History: Byron Scott Leads L.A. To 15th Straight Victory

Well before he was taking much of the blame for the failures of a young Los Angeles Lakers team, Byron Scott was an exciting young guard…

This Day In Lakers History: Byron Scott’s 32 Points, Magic Johnson Triple-Double Navigate Blowout Over Jazz

On Dec. 2, 1988, the 10-3 Los Angeles Lakers prepared for a clash against the Utah Jazz. Coming off of back-to-back…

Lakers Video: ‘Showtime’ Legends Work Out During Reunion In Hawaii

The “Showtime” Los Angeles Lakers remain a tight-knit group after leading the franchise to great success in the 1980s…

Lakers News: Byron Scott Still Believes Russell Westbrook Can Work With LeBron James & Anthony Davis

All offseason, the talk surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers has been what they’ll do with Russell Westbrook…

Lakers News: HBO Looks For Actors To Play Kurt Rambis, Mitch Kupchak, James Worthy & Byron Scott In Season 2 Of ‘Winning Time’

The first season of “Winning Time” attracted huge interest and sparked plenty of controversy at the same time…

This Day In Lakers History: Magic Johnson, Byron Scott Lead L.A. Past Jazz In Game 7 Of 2nd Round Playoff Series

In 1988 the Los Angeles Lakers were looking to get back to the NBA Finals and defend their championship. L.A. dominated…

Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Rips Byron Scott, Calling Him Bad Coach & ‘Idiot’

Fans of the Los Angeles Lakers have not forgotten that — despite winning the NBA championship in 2020 — the team spent much…

Lakers History: The Five Greatest Lakers Shooting Guards

Originally Published on April 6, 2012 The Los Angeles Lakers have had…

Lakers News: Byron Scott Believes Lonzo Ball Can Become More ‘Consistent’ But Not ‘Great’ With Jump Shot

Lonzo Ball definitely had a rollercoaster of a rookie year. From clutch performances against the San Antonio Spurs…

Lakers News: Byron Scott Reflects On Beating Celtics To Win First NBA Championship In 1985

When the NBA Finals roll around each year it serves as a an opportunity for players to either add to their championship…