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 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, with his signature skyhook, won 6 MVPs, most with the Lakers.[([[https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/8640943/kareem-abdul-jabbar-signature-skyhook-honored-los-angeles-lakers-statue|espn]])]
+===== Kobe's Loyalty =====
+Kobe Bryant played all 20 seasons with the Lakers — the most by any player with one team.[([[https://www.theringer.com/2020/01/27/nba/kobe-bryant-career-numbers-stats-lakers|theringer]])]
+===== LeBron’s Arrival =====
+LeBron James joined the Lakers in 2018 and led them to a title in 2020.[([[https://www.bbc.com/sport/basketball/articles/c62g8642x68o|bbc]])]
+===== Dual Retirements =====
+The Lakers retired both of Kobe Bryant’s jerseys, #8 and #24 — a league first.[([[https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2017/dec/19/kobe-bryant-numbers-retired-los-angeles-lakers|theguardian]])]
+===== Pau Gasol Tribute =====
+In 2023, the Lakers retired Pau Gasol's #16 jersey beside Kobe’s.[([[https://sports.yahoo.com/lakers-officially-retire-pau-gasols-no-16-jersey-next-to-kobe-bryants-043659788.html|yahoo]])]
+===== Phil Jackson's Reign =====
+Coach Phil Jackson led the Lakers to 5 championships, second only to Red Auerbach.[([[https://www.sloansportsconference.com/people/phil-jackson|sloansportsconference]])]
+===== 33 Wins in a Row =====
+In 1972, the Lakers won 33 consecutive games, still the longest streak in NBA history.[([[https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/41809893/what-longest-winning-streaks-nba-history|espn]])]
+===== The Forum Era =====
+From 1967 to 1999, the Lakers played at the iconic Forum in Inglewood.[([[https://www.inglewoodpublicart.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Sports-Entertainment_Final-web.pdf|inglewoodpublicart]])]
+===== The Birth of Showtime =====
+The 1980s team under Magic, Worthy, and Kareem was dubbed “Showtime” for its flashy fast breaks.[([[https://www.nytimes.com/1987/12/06/magazine/the-magic-touch.html|nytimes]])]
+===== The 81-Point Game =====
+On January 22, 2006, Kobe Bryant scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors — second-most in NBA history.[([[https://lakersnation.com/this-day-in-lakers-history-kobe-bryant-scores-81-points-against-raptors/|lakersnation]])]
+===== Clutchest Game Winner =====
+Derek Fisher’s 0.4-second buzzer-beater against the Spurs in 2004 is one of the wildest in NBA history.[([[https://www.sbnation.com/nba/2018/6/4/17424628/derek-fisher-buzzer-beater-rewinder-lakers-spurs|sbnation]])]
+===== Celtics Rivalry =====
+The Lakers have faced the Boston Celtics 12 times in the NBA Finals — a historic rivalry.[([[https://time.com/6301839/winning-time-season-2-celtics-lakers/|time]])]
+===== Kings Controversy =====
+The 2002 Western Conference Finals vs. the Sacramento Kings is one of the most controversial series in NBA history.[([[https://dailysportshistory.com/episode/2002-western-conference-finals-lakers-vs-kings-the-most-controversial-series|dailysportshistory]])]
+===== The Shaq-Kobe Feud =====
+Despite winning three titles together, tension between Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant led to Shaq’s departure in 2004.[([[https://www.latimes.com/sports/lakers/la-sp-kobe-shaq-feud-20150830-story.html|latimes]])]
+===== Battle of L.A. =====
+The rivalry with the Clippers intensified after they signed Kawhi Leonard and Paul George in 2019.[([[https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/kawhi-leonard-paul-george-and-the-clippers-stun-the-nba/|fivethirtyeight]])]
+===== Buzzer-Beater Bane =====
+The Lakers have 13 playoff buzzer-beaters, the most in NBA history.[([[https://www.theringer.com/2020/02/18/nba/nba-buzzer-beaters-leaders-history|theringer]])]
+===== Most Finals Appearances =====
+The Lakers have reached the NBA Finals 32 times, the most in history.[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/history|NBA.com]])]
+===== All-Time Win Leaders =====
+The Lakers rank among the top three in total franchise wins.[([[https://www.basketball-reference.com/teams/LAL/|Basketball-Reference]])]
+===== Most Retired Jerseys =====
+The Lakers have retired 13 numbers, honoring legends from Mikan to Kobe.[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/legacy|NBA.com]])]
+===== Triple-Double Machine =====
+Magic Johnson holds the record for most career playoff triple-doubles.[([[https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/johnma01.html|Basketball-Reference]])]
+===== Fastest to MVP =====
+Magic Johnson won Finals MVP as a rookie — the only player ever to do so.[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/history|NBA.com]])]
+===== Hollywood Ties =====
+The Lakers are the most celebrity-studded franchise, with fans like Jack Nicholson, Snoop Dogg, and Leonardo DiCaprio.[([[https://www.foxsports.com/nba/story/lakers-celebrity-fans-jack-nicholson-snoop-dogg-leonardo-dicaprio|Fox Sports]])]
+===== Staples Center Legacy =====
+From 1999 to 2021, the Lakers played at Staples Center, a modern-day basketball mecca.[([[https://www.staplescenter.com/arena-history|Staples Center]])]
+===== Crypto.com Arena =====
+In 2021, the venue was renamed Crypto.com Arena, causing major fan backlash.[([[https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/15432147/lakers-have-most-playoff-buzzer-beaters-nba-history|ESPN]])]
+===== LakeShow Socials =====
+The Lakers are among the most-followed NBA teams on Instagram and Twitter.[([[https://www.socialbakers.com/2022/01/25/nba-teams-instagram-twitter-followers/|Social Bakers]])]
+===== Iconic Broadcast Voices =====
+Legendary broadcaster Chick Hearn called 3,338 consecutive games from 1965 to 2001.[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/legacy|NBA.com]])]
+===== Global Brand =====
+The Lakers are one of the most recognizable sports franchises globally, with fans across all continents.[([[https://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2020/12/14/los-angeles-lakers-most-valuable-nba-team/|Forbes]])]
+===== International Pipeline =====
+They've featured numerous global stars, like Pau Gasol (Spain), Vlade Divac (Serbia), and Rui Hachimura (Japan).[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/roster|NBA.com]])]
+===== Youth Development =====
+Their G-League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, helps develop future talent.[([[https://www.gleague.nba.com/south-bay/lakers/|NBA G League]])]
+===== Retirement Ceremonies =====
+Lakers legends often get full arena ceremonies with tributes, banners, and celebrity appearances.[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/legacy|NBA.com]])]
+===== Forever Mamba =====
+The team now honors Kobe Bryant with the “Mamba Day” jerseys, black with snakeskin texture, worn on special occasions.[([[https://www.nba.com/lakers/legacy|NBA.com]])]

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