The Los Angeles Lakers have a tradition as rich and golden as their jerseys, and nothing captures that legacy quite like the numbers hanging in the rafters of Crypto.com Arena. Each retired number tells the story of a player who gave everything to this franchise and left the game forever changed.
#8 - Kobe Bryant (retired December 18 2017) (Hall of Fame)
Kobe transitioned to No. 24 and somehow raised his game to an even higher standard, capturing two more NBA championships and an NBA Finals MVP award. He scored 60 points in his very last NBA game, a moment so storybook it could only belong to Kobe. Retiring both of his numbers was the Lakers' way of honoring not just a career, but a complete basketball life lived in purple and gold.
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#16 - Pau Gasol (retired March 7 2023) (Hall of Fame)
Pau Gasol brought a rare combination of skill, grace, and basketball intelligence to the Lakers, and his partnership with Kobe Bryant fueled back-to-back NBA championships. The Spanish big man was a tireless competitor and a beloved teammate whose footprint on the franchise went far beyond statistics. His No. 16 hanging in the rafters is a reminder of just how much heart and craft he brought to Hollywood.
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#24 - Kobe Bryant (retired December 18 2017) (Hall of Fame)
Kobe transitioned to No. 24 and somehow raised his game to an even higher standard, capturing two more NBA championships and an NBA Finals MVP award. He scored 60 points in his very last NBA game, a moment so storybook it could only belong to Kobe. Retiring both of his numbers was the Lakers' way of honoring not just a career, but a complete basketball life lived in purple and gold.
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#32 - Magic Johnson (retired February 16 1992) (Hall of Fame)
Magic Johnson dazzled the basketball world with his no-look passes, his beaming smile, and a style of play that made winning look like pure joy. He led the Showtime Lakers to five NBA championships and was a three-time NBA Finals MVP who redefined what a point guard could be. No. 32 belongs to him forever, a fitting tribute to one of the most beloved figures in Lakers history.
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#33 - Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (retired March 20 1990) (Hall of Fame)
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was the cornerstone of the Showtime Lakers dynasty and the all-time leading scorer in NBA history, a title he held for nearly four decades. His signature skyhook was one of the most unstoppable shots the game has ever seen, and his six NBA championships stand as a testament to his sustained greatness. No. 33 is retired with the deep gratitude of a franchise that knows he helped build everything the Lakers represent.
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#34 - Shaquille O'Neal (retired April 2 2013) (Hall of Fame)
Shaquille O'Neal arrived in Los Angeles and immediately became a force of nature, an unstoppable center who anchored three consecutive NBA championship teams. He won the NBA Finals MVP award all three times during that dynasty run, a reflection of just how completely he dominated the game at his peak. No. 34 is retired in recognition of one of the most physically dominant players in NBA history and a true Lakers legend.
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The Complete List of Los Angeles Lakers Retired Numbers
Every number the Los Angeles Lakers have officially retired, in order, with career totals and Hall of Famers marked.
| Number | Player | Retired | Career Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| #8 | Kobe Bryant (Hall of Fame) | 2017 | — |
| #13 | Wilt Chamberlain (Hall of Fame) | 1983 | — |
| #16 | Pau Gasol (Hall of Fame) | 2023 | — |
| #21 | Michael Cooper (Hall of Fame) | 2025 | — |
| #22 | Elgin Baylor (Hall of Fame) | 1983 | — |
| #24 | Kobe Bryant (Hall of Fame) | 2017 | — |
| #25 | Gail Goodrich (Hall of Fame) | 1996 | — |
| #32 | Magic Johnson (Hall of Fame) | 1992 | — |
| #33 | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (Hall of Fame) | 1990 | — |
| #34 | Shaquille O'Neal (Hall of Fame) | 2013 | — |
| #42 | James Worthy (Hall of Fame) | 1995 | — |
| #44 | Jerry West (Hall of Fame) | 1983 | — |
| #52 | Jamaal Wilkes (Hall of Fame) | 2012 | — |
| #99 | George Mikan (Hall of Fame) | 2022 | — |
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