Los Angeles Lakers Basketball Cards

Los Angeles Lakers basketball cards

Los Angeles Lakers basketball cards feature legends like Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, Luka and LeBron James. Kobe’s rookie cards remain among the most valuable in the hobby, while LeBron's Panini Lakers cards are widely sought after. Collectors chase autographs, rookie cards, and parallels from Prizm, Hoops, and Optic. Lakers cards are iconic in both vintage and modern collecting circles.

Kobe Bryant
Magic Johnson
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Shaquille O'Neal
Jerry West
Elgin Baylor
Wilt Chamberlain
James Worthy
Pau Gasol
Lebron James

The Los Angeles Lakers, founded in 1947 as the Minneapolis Lakers before relocating to Los Angeles in 1960, stand as one of the most successful franchises in sports history with 17 NBA championships, Hall of Fame legends, and dynasties across multiple eras. The Minneapolis years were dominated by center George Mikan, the NBA’s first superstar, who led the Lakers to five titles in the 1950s. After moving to Los Angeles, the 1960s brought stars like Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, and later Wilt Chamberlain, culminating in the 1972 championship as the Lakers set a then-record 33-game winning streak. The 1980s Showtime era under coach Pat Riley transformed basketball with fast-paced offense and star power from Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and James Worthy, winning five championships and producing classic Finals battles with the Celtics. The 2000s brought another dynasty under Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, and coach Phil Jackson, winning three straight titles from 2000 to 2002. After Shaq’s departure, Bryant carried the Lakers to back-to-back championships in 2009 and 2010 alongside Pau Gasol, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s greatest players. The modern era saw the arrival of LeBron James in 2018, teaming with Anthony Davis to capture the 2020 NBA championship in the Orlando bubble, tying the Celtics for the most titles in NBA history. Hall of Famers like Gail Goodrich, Jamaal Wilkes, and Derek Fisher have all contributed to the Lakers’ storied legacy, while young talents like Austin Reaves aim to continue championship traditions. From Mikan to Magic, Kobe to LeBron, the Lakers’ history blends dynasties, superstars, and global impact, making them one of the most iconic franchises in all of professional sports.