In the late 1990s, the Los Angeles Lakers were one of the most talented teams in the NBA. With Shaquille O’Neal in his physical prime, potent guards Nick Van Exel and Eddie Jones and a budding ...

Every Championship squad needs a battle-tested veteran that will bring an edginess to the court. This same player will always provide energy, on-court leadership, and the gritty nature to help spur ...

Some people seem to be sleeping on the Los Angeles Lakers' signing of guard Marcus Smart earlier this summer. Smart is 31 years of age and has dealt with injuries over the last couple of years while ...

Lakers Legend James Worthy Compares Marcus Smart Deal to Championship Vet Signing From 1999 Originally posted on Los Angeles Lakers on SI By Jason Fray | Last updated Sep 21, 2025 8:00 PM ET ...