Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart revealed head coach JJ Redick told him to just be himself in their early conversations.

As the Lakers approach their 80th season of existence (they were founded back in 1946 as the Detroit Gems in the National Basketball League), LeBron Wire is taking a look at each player who has worn their jersey, whether it has been a purple and gold one or the ones they donned back in the Midwest during their early years.

From Babe Ruth to Curtis Martin, Shaquille O'Neal to Wade Boggs, there's no shortage of players who tried out both sides of our storied rivalries.

The Los Angeles Lakers are working on building a contender around last season's blockbuster addition of Luka Doncic, and could have their eyes on a player

The Los Angeles Lakers, having already acquired Marcus Smart to bolster their defense, are now considering trading for Robert Williams III. Analyst Caleb Hightower suggests reuniting Smart with his former Celtics teammate to enhance the Lakers' interior presence.

Bronny James completed his last game of his second summer league experience, more confident, established and physically and mentally more mature.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been named the betting favorite to land Robert Williams III, according to odds released by Bovada. The Lakers come in at +185, ahead of the Golden State Warriors (+255), Milwaukee Bucks (+375), Boston Celtics (+475) and several other contenders.

Former Lakers Guard Signs With New Team on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.