Year: 2021

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 08: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Houston Rockets complains to referees during the third quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on February 08, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Lakers: How a P.J. Tucker trade could also lead to DeMarcus Cousins

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Which championship Los Angeles Lakers team had the deepest bench?

Los Angeles Lakers: Breaking down a potential trade for P.J. Tucker

Feb 20, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Miami Heat forward Andre Iguodala (28) knocks the ball away from Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in last-second loss to Miami Heat

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 10: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Houston Rockets reacts during the first quarter of a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center on January 10, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

3 reasons why DeMarcus Cousins will likely re-join the Los Angeles Lakers

Feb 20, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) stretches to reach a pass over Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (0) during the first quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers lose in “NBA Finals” rematch with Miami Heat

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 06: Head coach Frank Vogel looks on during a 135-129 Lakers win over the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center on February 06, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE.

Los Angeles Lakers: Ranking the 3 best potential buyout options

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 17: Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat dribbles the ball up court against the Golden State Warriors during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on February 17, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Betting picks in Finals rematch vs. Miami Heat

DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 13: Alec Burks #18 of the New York Knicks sneaks up from behind and knocks the ball out of the hands of Wayne Ellington #8 of the Detroit Pistons in the second half of an NBA game at Little Caesars Arena on December 13, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Detroit defeated New York 99-91. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 potential trade targets to add three-point shooting

Jan 9, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Orlando Magic center Mo Bamba (5) warms up before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers Podcast: The reason why a Mo Bamba trade won’t happen

Feb 18, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) grabs a rebound over Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the second quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in blowout loss vs. Brooklyn Nets

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 18: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball against LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter at Staples Center on February 18, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers lose “Finals Preview” showdown with Brooklyn Nets

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 13: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets passes the ball against the Golden State Warriors during the fist half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on February 13, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Betting picks vs. Brooklyn Nets

Los Angeles Lakers guard A.C. Green wears a Beanie Baby bear on his head near the end of their Western Conference playoff game against the Phoenix Suns 12 May, 2000 in Phoenix, AZ. The Lakers won 105-99. AFP PHOTO/Mike FIALA (Photo by Mike FIALA / AFP) (Photo by MIKE FIALA/AFP via Getty Images)

A.C. Green: Lakers legend and Iron Man who put his spiritual beliefs first

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 26: Mo Bamba #5 of the Orlando Magic looks on against the LA Clippers during the second half at Amway Center on January 26, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Reasons for and against trading for Mo Bamba

Magic Johnson rookie card (Photo by: Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

The most clutch players in Los Angeles Lakers history

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - FEBRUARY 16: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball against Jarred Vanderbilt #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Target Center on February 16, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in victory over Minnesota Timberwolves

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - FEBRUARY 16: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball against Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first quarter of the game at Target Center on February 16, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers end road trip with win over Minnesota Timberwolves

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 07: Basketball players Kobe Bryant (L) and Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Jr. speak at the Michael Jackson public memorial service held at Staples Center on July 7, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. Jackson, 50, the iconic pop star, died at UCLA Medical Center after going into cardiac arrest at his rented home on June 25 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Laker Lifers: Players who spent their entire career with the Lakers

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - JANUARY 09: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after a play against the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center on January 9, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harrison Barden/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Betting picks vs. Minnesota with no Anthony Davis

Feb 14, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (0) dunks the ball against Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1) in the third quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers: How Kyle Kuzma can replace Anthony Davis vs Minnesota

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 4: Lakers star Alex Caruso and Lakers legend James Worthy attend the First Entertainment x Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis Partnership Launch Event at The Theatre at Ace Hotel on March 4, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for First Entertainment)

Los Angeles Lakers: How much is Alex Caruso worth?

Jan 25, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) defends a shot by Cleveland Cavaliers center Andre Drummond (3) in the second quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 big men to target after Anthony Davis’ injury

Dec 18, 2020; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Wesley Matthews (9) against the Phoenix Suns during a preseason game at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 trades for a second center involving Wes Matthews

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 28: Blake Griffin #23 of the Detroit Pistons tries to get around LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Little Caesars Arena on January 28, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Why Blake Griffin joining the Los Angeles Lakers is possible

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks to pass the ball in the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Staples Center on February 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Anthony Davis’ injury could cost multiple titles

James Worthy #42, Small Forward and Power Forward for the Los Angeles Lakers prepares to shoot a free throw during the NBA Pacific Division basketball game against the New York Knicks on 11th November 1990 at the Great Western Forum arena in Inglewood, Los Angeles, California, United States. The Knicks won the game 109 - 103. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Allsport/Getty Images)

James Worthy: How great Big Game James was for the Lakers