Year: 2022

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15 facts about the Los Angeles Lakers that will blow your mind

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Lakers news: Analyst suggests LA could discuss trading Anthony Davis

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 21: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers sits on the bench for a time-out during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 21, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Lakers defeated the Cavaliers 131-120. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Lakers are now primed to have the worst record of LeBron James’ career

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers high fives head coach Frank Vogel against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on January 23, 2022 in Miami, 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)

3 things the Los Angeles Lakers must do as soon as the season ends

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 27: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during the third quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 27, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. New Orleans Pelicans won the game 116 - 108. 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 Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

How many more wins do the Lakers need to make the play-in?

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 27: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a call during the fourth quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 27, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. New Orleans Pelicans won the game 116 - 108. 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 Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers blow their season to the New Orleans Pelicans

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center on November 15, 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)

Lakers: Frank Vogel’s belief in his team is admirable at best

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 21: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates during player introductions prior to the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 21, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Lakers news: Lakers given abysmal odds of making the playoffs

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: Deni Avdija #9 of the Washington Wizards has his shot blocked by Wenyen Gabriel #35 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2022 in Washington, DC. 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

One of the Lakers’ hottest role players is currently ineligible for the playoffs

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 23: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers brings up the ball during a 126-121 Philadelphia 76ers win at Crypto.com Arena on March 23, 2022 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 2022 NBAE

Lakers News: Russell Westbrook urgently calls Pelicans game must-win

DURHAM, NC - MARCH 05: Brady Manek #45 of the North Carolina Tar Heels reacts during their game against the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium on March 5, 2022 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

3 Sweet 16 prospects the Lakers could draft in the second round

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 11: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 11, 2022 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)

Lakers news: Anthony Davis could return sooner than expected

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 23: LeBron James #6, Anthony Davis #3 and Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers watch play down court during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena on March 23, 2022 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 2022 NBAE

LeBron James sits with narrow scoring title lead in Lakers loss to 76ers

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 29: Los Angeles Lakers guard Darren Collison #21 brings the ball up court during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on December 29, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Ford/Getty Images)

Lakers news: LA signs former three-point champion to flier contract

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2022 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)

3 Los Angeles Lakers that might retire after this season

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on after losing to the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2022 in Washington, DC. 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: The best-case scenario for LA in the play-in tourney

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers in action against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2022 in Washington, DC. 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

The 3 common factors of every Los Angeles Lakers win

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 21: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers waves to the crowd during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 21, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

LeBron James wishes he can take back this monster dunk over Kevin Love

Mar 21, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) reacts in the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers ride LeBron and D.J. Augustin’s zones to beat Cavs

SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 7: Head coach Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs is congratulated by head coach Frank Vogel (R) and assistant coach David Fizdale (L) of the Los Angeles Lakers after Popovich tied the NBA record for all-time wins of 1,335 by an NBA head coach after the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 117-110 at AT&T Center on March 7, 2022 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Lakers should be legitimately worried about the San Antonio Spurs

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 13: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers passes around Jae Crowder #99 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center on March 13, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns beat the Lakers 140-111. 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 Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

Recent comments from Malik Monk paints the Lakers in a horrible light

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 12: Kenrich Williams #34 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dunks in the first half against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on February 12, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 1 summer trade target from each lottery team

Mar 19, 2022; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Frank Vogel to blame yet again for Lakers loss to Wizards

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 14: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Gary Trent Jr. #33 of the Toronto Raptors in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 14, 2022 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)

Proposed Lakers trade showcases Talen Horton-Tucker’s fall from grace

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 18: LeBron James #6 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers shake hands during the second half of their NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on March 18, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Lakers: 3 reasons why potentially missing the playoffs is a blessing

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 18: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates a game-tying basket to send the game into overtime during the second half of their NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on March 18, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers survive the Raptors because of Russell Westbrook