Few franchises in sports history have produced the kind of magic that the Los Angeles Lakers have, and so much of that magic wore purple and gold on the All-Star stage. Here is a warm look back at the greatest Lakers All-Stars of all time, the players who made us proud, made us stand up, and made us believers.
Kobe Bryant: 18-Time All-Star (Hall of Fame)
Kobe Bryant earned 18 All-Star selections during his legendary career with the Lakers, a number that speaks to just how relentlessly he chased greatness over two decades in Los Angeles. The Black Mamba was the heartbeat of this franchise for so long that it is nearly impossible to imagine the purple and gold without him. His legacy is not just in the championships or the scoring titles but in the standard of dedication he set for everyone who followed.
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: 12-Time All-Star (Hall of Fame)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar brought his iconic skyhook and an unmatched basketball mind to Los Angeles, earning 12 All-Star nods during his time with the Lakers. He was the anchor of some of the greatest teams this franchise ever assembled and a presence that opposing defenses simply had no answer for. Decades later, his place as one of the most dominant players in NBA history remains secure and celebrated.
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Magic Johnson: 11-Time All-Star (Hall of Fame)
Magic Johnson lit up Showtime Los Angeles with a smile, a no-look pass, and 11 All-Star appearances as a Laker. He made every teammate better, every game more thrilling, and every fan feel like they were watching something they would tell their grandchildren about. Magic did not just play basketball in Los Angeles; he became the spirit of the city itself.
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LeBron James: 7-Time All-Star
LeBron James added yet another storied chapter to his remarkable career during his time with the Lakers, earning 7 All-Star selections while wearing purple and gold. He helped bring championship glory back to Los Angeles and reminded a new generation of fans what it feels like to watch an all-time great at the peak of his powers. His contributions to this franchise are already woven into its proud history.
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Shaquille O'Neal: 7-Time All-Star (Hall of Fame)
Shaquille O'Neal was an unstoppable force during his Laker years, earning 7 All-Star selections and anchoring a dynasty that delivered three consecutive championships. Big Shaq brought a combination of dominance, personality, and joy to Los Angeles that fans still talk about with the biggest of smiles. Pairing him with Kobe Bryant gave the NBA one of the most thrilling duos the sport has ever seen.
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Anthony Davis: 3-Time All-Star
Anthony Davis earned 3 All-Star selections during his time with the Lakers and was an absolutely essential piece of the 2020 championship run that meant so much to this franchise and its fans. His ability to defend, score, and control the paint made him one of the most complete players to ever suit up in purple and gold. For Lakers faithful, his fingerprints on that title will always hold a special place in their hearts.
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The Complete List of Los Angeles Lakers All-Stars
Every player selected to the NBA All-Star Game as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, ranked by number of selections.
| Player | All-Star Selections |
|---|---|
| Kobe Bryant (Hall of Fame) | 18 |
| Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (Hall of Fame) | 12 |
| Jerry West (Hall of Fame) | 11 |
| Magic Johnson (Hall of Fame) | 11 |
| Elgin Baylor (Hall of Fame) | 10 |
| James Worthy (Hall of Fame) | 7 |
| LeBron James | 7 |
| Shaquille O'Neal (Hall of Fame) | 7 |
| Vern Mikkelsen (Hall of Fame) | 6 |
| Dick Garmaker | 4 |
| George Mikan (Hall of Fame) | 4 |
| Jim Pollard (Hall of Fame) | 4 |
| Slater Martin (Hall of Fame) | 4 |
| Anthony Davis | 3 |
| Pau Gasol (Hall of Fame) | 3 |
| Rudy LaRusso | 3 |
| Wilt Chamberlain (Hall of Fame) | 3 |
| Clyde Lovellette (Hall of Fame) | 2 |
| Eddie Jones | 2 |
| Gail Goodrich (Hall of Fame) | 2 |
| Hot Rod Hundley | 2 |
| Larry Foust | 2 |
| Pat Riley | 2 |
| A.C. Green | 1 |
| Andrew Bynum | 1 |
| Archie Clark | 1 |
| Cedric Ceballos | 1 |
| Dwight Howard (Hall of Fame) | 1 |
| Frank Selvy | 1 |
| Jamaal Wilkes (Hall of Fame) | 1 |
| Nick Van Exel | 1 |
| Norm Nixon | 1 |
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