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The Ultimate Los Angeles Lakers Quiz - Quiz

Think you know all about the NBA's most decorated franchise? Then take this quiz to find out!

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1.

Who led the Lakers in scoring during the 1987-'88 regular season?
- A.
  
  James Worthy
- B.
  
  Magic Johnson
- C.
  
  Mychal Thompson
- D.
  
  Byron Scott
Correct Answer
D. Byron Scott

Explanation
Byron Scott led the Lakers in scoring during the 1987-'88 regular season.

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2.

Who scored on the Magic Johnson assist that put Magic ahead of Oscar Robertson?
- A.
  
  Sam Perkins
- B.
  
  Terry Teagle
- C.
  
  James Worthy
- D.
  
  Byron Scott
Correct Answer
B. Terry Teagle

Explanation
Terry Teagle scored on the Magic Johnson assist that put Magic ahead of Oscar Robertson.

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3.

Which of these players never made an all-star appearance?
- A.
  
  Eddie Jones
- B.
  
  Michael Cooper
- C.
  
  Nick Van Exel
- D.
  
  Ac Green
Correct Answer
B. Michael Cooper

Explanation
Michael Cooper never made an all-star appearance.

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4.

What is the real name of Cookie Johnson, Magic Johnson's wife?
- A.
  
  Juanita
- B.
  
  Elizabeth
- C.
  
  Earletha
- D.
  
  Lisa
Correct Answer
C. Earletha

Explanation
Earletha is the correct answer because it is the real name of Cookie Johnson, who is the wife of Magic Johnson.

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5.

Before joining the Laker teams of the late 80's, who was known as the "Laker Killer"?
- A.
  
  Terry Teagle
- B.
  
  Frank Brickowski
- C.
  
  Mychal Thompson
- D.
  
  Isaiah Rider
Correct Answer
A. Terry Teagle

Explanation
Terry Teagle was known as the "Laker Killer" before joining the Laker teams of the late 80's.

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6.

Who played backup to Wilt in the 72 championship series?
- A.
  
  Henry Finkel
- B.
  
  Mel Counts
- C.
  
  Stu Jackson
- D.
  
  Bob Lanier
Correct Answer
B. Mel Counts

Explanation
Mel Counts played backup to Wilt in the 72 championship series.

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7.

What or who did Kobe Bryant's parent's name him after?
- A.
  
  A Type Of Steak
- B.
  
  A Seaport On The Southern Coast Of Honshu, Japan
- C.
  
  In Honor Of His Grandfather
- D.
  
  A Main Character In A Book That They Read
Correct Answer
A. A Type Of Steak

Explanation
Kobe Bryant's parents named him after a type of steak.

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8.

Who coached the 1980 NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers?
- A.
  
  Pat Riley
- B.
  
  Bill Fitch
- C.
  
  Paul Westhead
- D.
  
  Magic Johnson
Correct Answer
C. Paul Westhead

Explanation
Paul Westhead coached the 1980 NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers.

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What Los Angeles Laker had the best free throw percentage in his playoff career?
- A.
  
  Kurt Rambis
- B.
  
  Magic Johnson
- C.
  
  Byron Scott
- D.
  
  Eddie Jones
Correct Answer
A. Kurt Rambis

Explanation
Kurt Rambis had the best free throw percentage in his playoff career among the given options.

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10.

Which shoe company sponsored LA Laker Kobe Bryant in 2004?
- A.
  
  Nike
- B.
  
  And1
- C.
  
  Adidas
- D.
  
  Reebok
Correct Answer
A. Nike

Explanation
Nike sponsored LA Laker Kobe Bryant in 2004.

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11.

Who won the 1972-73 NBA Championship beating the Los Angeles Lakers 4 to 1?
- A.
  
  Baltimore Bullets
- B.
  
  Boston Celtics
- C.
  
  Los Angeles Lakers
- D.
  
  New York Knicks
Correct Answer
D. New York Knicks

Explanation
The New York Knicks won the 1972-73 NBA Championship by defeating the Los Angeles Lakers with a score of 4 to 1.

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12.

Kermit Washington had not played for which of these NBA teams in his career?
- A.
  
  Los Angeles Lakers
- B.
  
  San Diego Clippers
- C.
  
  Buffalo Braves
- D.
  
  Portland Trail Blazers
Correct Answer
C. Buffalo Braves

Explanation
Kermit Washington had played for the Los Angeles Lakers, San Diego Clippers, and Portland Trail Blazers in his career. However, he had not played for the Buffalo Braves.

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13.

Maurice Lucas did not play with which of these basketball teams?
- A.
  
  Los Angeles Lakers
- B.
  
  Portland Trail Blazers
- C.
  
  New York Knicks
- D.
  
  Milwaukee Bucks
Correct Answer
D. Milwaukee Bucks

Explanation
Maurice Lucas did not play with the Milwaukee Bucks. He played for the Los Angeles Lakers, Portland Trail Blazers, and New York Knicks, but not the Bucks.

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14.

Who led the Lakers in points in the 1996-1997 season?
- A.
  
  Shaquille O'Neal
- B.
  
  Eddie Jones
- C.
  
  Kobe Bryant
- D.
  
  Nick Van Exel
Correct Answer
B. Eddie Jones

Explanation
Eddie Jones led the Lakers in points in the 1996-1997 season.

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15.

Where did the New York Knickerbockers play their home games in the 1952 NBA finals?
- A.
  
  They Didn't Play In New York
- B.
  
  Continental Airlines Arena
- C.
  
  Madison Square Guarden
- D.
  
  The 69th Regiment Armory
Correct Answer
D. The 69th Regiment Armory

Explanation
In the 1952 NBA finals, the New York Knickerbockers played their home games at The 69th Regiment Armory.

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