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ANTHONY BISCIELLO

Joined: Jan 25, 2021

I have been a Lakers fan my entire life. Ever since I saw James Worthy, Magic, and Kareem, I knew I would never ever root for another team. The Purple and Gold as well as Showtime had bitten me and sucked me in. It was actually my father who had a huge influence on me as he has been a Lakers fan since he was a teenager. Jerry West was one of his all time favorite players and he would tell my brothers and I all about him and Elgin Baylor AKA Tick Tock. My father's favorite player of all time is Magic Johnson. That is how I got into the team. James Worthy soon became my favorite player of all time. (Kobe Bryant is right there as well.) The Lakers play a huge role in my life. I have been with them when they were up and of course when they were down. In my opinion they are one of the greatest franchises of all time and I give credit to wonderful owners such as the late and great Dr. Jerry Buss who knew how to properly build a a brand or product. I feel that is where other owners such as Mark Cuban, Jerry Jones, and George Steinbrenner did the same.

DENVER, CO - APRIL 28: Paul Millsap #4 of the Denver Nuggets walks toward the bench against the New Orleans Pelicans after the third quarter at Ball Arena on April 28, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. 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 C. Morgan Engel/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Should veteran Paul Millsap be a target?

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LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 06: Los Angeles Lakers legends Ervin Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shake hands with Jerry West as he speaks at the ceremony for the unveiling of a bronze statue for Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor at Staples Center on April 6, 2018 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 Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

The greatest Los Angeles Lakers leaders in franchise history

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: General manager Rob Pelinka, Russell Westbrook #0 and head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers talk with media during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Comparing this season’s team to the 2003-04 Lakers

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SACRAMENTO, CA - MAY 09: Svi Mykhailiuk #14 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dribbles the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the game at Golden 1 Center on May 9, 2021 in Sacramento, 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 Ben Green/Getty Images)

Could the Lakers possibly bring back Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk this season?

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MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 22: Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Washington Wizards in action against the Miami Heat during the second half at American Airlines Arena on January 22, 2020 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)

Why the Los Angeles Lakers should give Isaiah Thomas a chance

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BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - MARCH 19: Mac McClung #0 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders drives to the basket during the first half against the Utah State Aggies in the first round game of the 2021 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Assembly Hall on March 19, 2021 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Is Mac McClung the next Alex Caruso?

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Jun 1, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Marc Gasol (14) against the Phoenix Suns during game five in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Where does Marc Gasol fit on the new-look roster?

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Los Angeles Lakers: The importance of winning a title for each star

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LeBron James responds to questions at his press conference on the Los Angeles Lakers' Media Day in Los Angeles, California, September 24, 2018. - The Lakers open their 2018 NBA season in Portland on October 18th. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Greatest free-agent signings in franchise history

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 23: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands on the court during the fourth quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 23, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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)

Lakers: What can be learned from the Dennis Schroder situation

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TAMPA, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 23: JJ Redick #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans looks back after committing a foul during the second half against the Toronto Raptors at Amalie Arena on December 23, 2020 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 Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Why the Los Angeles Lakers should sign JJ Redick

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MIAMI, FL - MAY 29: Andre Iguodala #28 of the Miami Heat celebrates after hitting a three point shot against the Milwaukee Bucks Game Four of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at American Airlines Arena on May 29, 2021 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 Eric Espada/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 remaining free agents that have ties to the Lakers

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Miami Heat in Game Three of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 04, 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: Why re-signing Dwight Howard was so smart

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 07: Malik Monk #1 of the Charlotte Hornets brings the ball up court against the Orlando Magic during their game at Spectrum Center on May 07, 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why signing Malik Monk was a great move

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 18: Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers brings the ball up court against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on April 18, 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)

Los Angeles Lakers: Why LA should avoid signing Carmelo Anthony

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 18: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball during the first half of the NBA preseason game against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 18, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Why re-signing Talen Horton-Tucker is so important for the Lakers

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