Year: 2021

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles as he speaks at a press conference during Los Angeles Lakers media day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 28, 2021 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Russell Westbrook reveals surprising favorite Laker

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Los Angeles Lakers: We may have our answer to the end-game lineup

Los Angeles Lakers roster: Examining the center rotation

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 17: Pau Gasol #16 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes up for a rebound in front of Kevin Garnett #5 of the Boston Celtics in Game Seven of the 2010 NBA Finals at Staples Center on June 17, 2010 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Pau Gasol’s 5 best playoff games as a Laker

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 03: DeAndre Jordan #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers block a shot by DeAndre Jordan#30 of the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of pre season game at Staples Center on October 3, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)(Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 roster battles to watch during the preseason

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 03: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes up for a layup against Kessler Edwards #14 of the Brooklyn Nets during the first half of a pre-season game at Staples Center on October 3, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)(Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 1 stud and 1 dud from preseason loss to Nets

Oct 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Talen Horton-Tucker (5) goes to his knees to pickup at the basketball and pass off as Brooklyn Nets guard Jevon Carter (0) defends during the first quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers open the preseason with a loss to the Brooklyn Nets

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 02: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Miami Heat in Game Two of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 02, 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: 3 new signings who could be long-term Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Head coach Frank Vogel looks at Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: How will their peak defense perform?

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

3 reasons why the Los Angeles Lakers could have the best offense ever

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Los Angeles Lakers: 3 players we’re most excited to see vs. Brooklyn Nets

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Head coach Frank Vogel looks at Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Ranking the 5 most important players on the roster

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers (L) talks with head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers (R) during the 2019 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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: 3 offseason moves the Lakers could end up regretting

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: Best seasons in franchise history by 35 and over players

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 15: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers talk on the court in the game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 15, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 predictions for 2021-22 you can take to the bank

EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles as he answers questions during Los Angeles Lakers media day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 28, 2021 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

LeBron James sends a warning to the league about Anthony Davis

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 02: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts with Anthony Davis #3 during the second half against the Miami Heat in Game Two of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 02, 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Who should start for the Lakers this season?

CINCINNATI, OH - DECEMBER 09: Austin Reaves #12 of the Oklahoma Sooners dribbles up court during a college basketball game against the Xavier Musketeers on December 9, 2020 at the Cintas Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

New Lakers guard Austin Reaves reveals hilarious Kobe-inspired nickname

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 21: James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets is guarded by Reggie Bullock #35 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a 111-106 Laker win at Staples Center on February 21, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 5 recent players you probably forgot were Lakers

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 18: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with LeBron James #23 during the NBA preseason game at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 18, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

The Los Angeles Lakers are recreating LeBron’s version of the Miami Heat

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 19: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a call during the first half of an NBA Tournament Play-In game against the Golden State Warriors at Staples Center on May 19, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers roster: 3 players who could get axed from the rotation

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers poses for a picture with his jersey during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: How will the new backcourt perform on defense?

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 22: Joel Ayayi #11 and Drew Timme #2 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs battle with Austin Reaves #12 of the Oklahoma Sooners for the ball in the second round game of the 2021 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse on March 22, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Austin Reaves has all the makings to be the Los Angeles Lakers’ next gem

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 30: James Ennis III #11 of the Orlando Magic reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on March 30, 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: Could James Ennis fill the 15th roster spot?

TAMPA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 26: Eric Gordon #10 of the Houston Rockets reacts to Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors during the second quarter at Amalie Arena on February 26, 2021 in Tampa, 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Can the Los Angeles Lakers trade for Eric Gordon?

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers (L) talks with head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers (R) during the 2019 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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: 3 wings that the Lakers could still sign

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 10: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the 2019 Summer League game against the New York Knicks at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 10, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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: Rob Pelinka’s vaccination comments are great news