During the Lakers' 80th season of existence (they were founded back in 1946 as the Detroit Gems in the National Basketball League), LeBron Wire is taking a look at each player who has worn their jersey, whether it has been a purple and gold one or the ones they donned back in the Midwest during their early years.

Angeles Lakers fans will have one Christmas wish come to fruition when star guard Luka Doncic returns from a calf injury to play against the Houston Rockets on Thursday, according to an ESPN report. Doncic departed early from a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday with a lower leg contusion.

Simmons broke down a number of reasons why Kobe shouldn't take all the credit for the Lakers' title run in '09.

Los Angeles Lakers teammates Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves have a unique friendship where they routinely make fun of one another in jest, something that's been apparent during numerous interviews.

Los Angeles Lakers coach J.J. Redick blasted his players for a lack of effort and taking "shortcuts" after a lopsided loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Luka Dončić left the team's loss Saturday, Dec. 20 against the Clippers with a left leg contusion.

It didn't take long for Los Angeles Lakers stars Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to develop a strong friendship off the court, which also includes some good-natured competition.

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Lakers veteran guard Marcus Smart reminded his teammates that max effort and execution are needed on the defensive end.