Ranking the 20 greatest players to ever play for the Lakers

Where does Kobe Bryant fit in on the list? Let’s count ’em down and find out.

19. Gail Goodrich

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Goodrich spent a total of nine seasons with the Lakers and was a key part of the 1971-72 title team that won an NBA-record 33 games in a row during the regular season. Teammate Jerry West often overshadowed the five-time All-Star, but he’s a Hall of Famer and had his number retired by Lakers.