New look Lakers given hilarious nicknames by NBA fans

The Los Angeles Lakers have launched a new era for the franchise this summer.After LeBron James informed the Lakers he would not return for the 2026-27 season, the roster reconstruction quickly began.

AdvertisementGeneral manager Rob Pelinka headlined the Lakers’ free agent signings by inking center Walker Kessler to a four-year, $130 million deal.Kessler joined superstar Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as the team’s new big three and basketball fans had much to say about Hollywood’s newest trio.

In a post on Instagram, comedian and actor Jordan Conley read comments from fans giving new nicknames for the new look Lakers.California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.

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Never miss a story “The Harvard Lakers” “Lakestreet boys !!!” “Looking like Dawson’s Creek” “The Credit Scorers” “Getting back to the Minneapolis Lakers”“THE SNOWTIME LAKERS”“The Beatles” California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedInCalifornia Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, XCalifornia Post Opinion California Post Newsletters: Sign up here!California Post App: Download here!Home delivery: Sign up here!Page Six Hollywood: Sign up here!While the Lakers have completely revamped their roster, Kessler is just one of many new faces that the storied franchise has welcomed over the last few days.The Lakers also added guards Collin Sexton and Quentin Grimes as well as big man Sandro Mamukelashvili.

Sexton and Grimes serve as replacements for sharpshooter Luke Kennard and defensive specialist Marcus Smart.Mamukelashvili gives the Lakers additional height and skill in the frontcourt.

On Friday, LA traded Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks.There is speculation the tea...