The Los Angeles Lakers once reigned atop the Pacific Division of the NBA for what seemed like an eternity, so it seems odd to see them dwelling at the bottom for as long as they have.
Of all the teams that have ever called the Pacific division home, once including the Portland Trailblazers and Seattle Supersonics, the Lakers have won the most division titles with 23 under their belt.
While it is strange to see the Purple and Gold struggling in the division, there’s no doubt that division games bring out the best in all parties. Queue last year’s impressive victory against the Golden State Warriors.