The Los Angeles Lakers are arguably the NBA’s most storied franchise by virtue of their 17 world championships. They’ve been so successful over the decades that even when they haven’t won it all, they have had some impressive squads that were memorable, not to mention talented, star-studded and very competitive.
The 1989-90 season looked to be a transition year for the Lakers. Legendary center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar had just retired, and several of their key players were getting older and had significant wear and tear. They ended up playing very well and posting a stellar record, but in the end, the season came crashing down to earth for them.