Year: 2021

Los Angeles Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal (L) keeps the ball away from Portland Trail Blazers' Shawn Kemp in the first quarter of the second game of their first round NBA Western Conference playoff series 25 April 2002 in Los Angeles, CA. AFP PHOTO/Lucy Nicholson (Photo by LUCY NICHOLSON / AFP) (Photo credit should read LUCY NICHOLSON/AFP via Getty Images)

Lakers: Looking back at when Shaquille O’Neal dominated the NBA

LeBron James is the MVP of the NBA and it is not close

2 offseason mistakes that the Los Angeles Lakers are currently feeling

Los Angeles Lakers: Alex Caruso is the best role player in the NBA

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics takes a shot over LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis #3 during the second half at TD Garden on January 30, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

5 defensive wings the Los Angeles Lakers should acquire

Feb 6, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) lays on the court after he fouled Detroit Pistons guard Josh Jackson (20) in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in double overtime marathon over Pistons

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 06: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after his three pointer in double overtime to lead the Lakers to a 135-129 win over the Detroit Pistonsat 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.

Why the Los Angeles Lakers offense can be even better

Feb 6, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Josh Jackson (20) and center Mason Plumlee (24) defend Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) as he passes the ball in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers survive double overtime avenge the Pistons loss

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 28: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers tries to get a shot off while being fouled by Mason Plumlee #24 of the Detroit Pistons 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)

Los Angeles Lakers will redeem themselves: Betting picks vs. Pistons

Jan 1, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel looks on in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at the AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 players who could be waived for a buyout signing

Dec 13, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) moves the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum (33) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Marc Gasol seems to be out of gas

Jan 25, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Andre Drummond (3) drives between Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and center Montrezl Harrell (15) in the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Los Angeles Lakers must sign Andre Drummond if bought out

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts with his MVP trophy and Finals trophy after winning the 2020 NBA Championship over the Miami Heat in Game Six of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, 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 Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Lakers: Past championship teams compared to this current squad

Jan 22, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) reacts after a dunk during the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers Podcast: Can the Lakers trade for Jarrett Allen?

Feb 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Monte Morris (11) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (0) and Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) during the second quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons how LeBron and the bench buried Denver

Feb 4, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves to the basket and scores during the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers ride LeBron and the bench to win over Denver!

AUBURN HILLS, UNITED STATES: Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers answers question before practice for game five of the NBA Finals against the Detroit Pistons 14 June 2004 at The Palace in Auburn Hills, MI. The Pistons lead the best-of-seven game series 3-1. AFP PHOTO/Jeff HAYNES (Photo credit should read JEFF HAYNES/AFP via Getty Images)

The history and future of Shaquille O’Neal’s NBA Finals streak

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The Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers are headed for an epic showdown

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 20: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to his three point basket during the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers in Game Two of the Western Conference First Round during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 20, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Behind Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s hot start

Jan 3, 2021; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) handles the ball against Memphis Grizzlies center Gorgui Dieng (14) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

4 players the Los Angeles Lakers should hope get bought out

Jan 10, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and teammates react during the fourth quarter of a game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on January 10, 2021 in Houston, Texas. Mandatory Credit: Carmen Mandato/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers are absolute road warriors

Jan 28, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Talen Horton-Tucker (5) handles the ball while defended by Detroit Pistons guard Derrick Rose (25) during the second quarter at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Talen Horton-Tucker deserves more minutes

Jan 27, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives for a shot against Philadelphia 76ers forward Danny Green (14) during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Does Dennis Schroder deserve a long-term contract?

Dec 18, 2020; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Alex Caruso (4) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during a preseason game at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Comparing Alex Caruso to other title role players

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Lakers: Anthony Davis should not be voted into All-Star Game starting 5

Feb 1, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) defends the shot of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Lessons in road trip finale win over Atlanta Hawks

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Tobias Harris #12 of the Philadelphia 76ers guards Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: “Threat or don’t fret” about other top title contenders

Feb 1, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Montrezl Harrell (15) shoots against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers close road trip with win over the Atlanta Hawks