"They were dominant in their early days in Minneapolis, but after they moved to Southern California, the Los Angeles Lakers became legendary champions. From the pioneers of the 1950s to the global superstars of today, get to know the players who made the Lakers one of the NBA's top teams through the years"--

"The history of the Los Angeles Lakers professional basketball team from its start in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1947 to today, spotlighting the franchise's greatest players and moments"--Provided by publisher.

"A basic introduction to the Los Angeles Lakers professional basketball team, including its formation in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1947, greatest players, championships, and stars of today"--Provided by publisher.

Jump into the NBA action with this high interest account of the Los Angeles Lakers pro basketball team, including league championships won and star players such as Kobe Bryant.

Basketball superstar Kobe Bryant made news as one of the NBA's highest scorers and the youngest all-star player. Over his twenty-year career with the LA Lakers, he earned three MVP awards and five championships. A towering figure in business and charity work too, Bryant is a name not to be forgotten. This biography focuses on Bryant's accomplishments on the basketball court and off it, with colorful photographs, interesting sidebars, and a quick-access...

Recounts the history of the Los Angeles Lakers professional basketball team from its start in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1947 to its second straight NBA title in 2010.

Discusses the development of the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team and describes some of the major players and coaches.

Covers the formation, history, popularity, success, coaches, and players of the Los Angeles Lakers.