The 2010s were not kind to the Los Angeles Lakers. They started off the decade with a championship but a myriad of injuries and controversies during this time forced the Lakers into lottery hell. However, during this period, the Lakers have made some trades and free-agent signings that put them in a position to win.
The decade started with so much hope. The Lakers had once again reached the mountain top. They had slain their bitter rivals the Boston Celtics in an epic 7-game series for the ages. Kobe Bryant had now matched one of his idols and former Lakers legend Magic Johnson with his 5th ring.