The early days of the Los Angeles Lakers were led by one of the best duos in NBA history, Elgin Baylor and Jerry West. Both are two of the greatest players to ever step foot in the league and ...

The Los Angeles Lakers have a rich and storied history ... L.A. was led by the duo of Elgin Baylor and Jerry West, who acted as a potent 1-2 punch. Baylor especially shined that season, setting ...

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He contributed significantly to the Lakers' success by winning five championships, establishing a standard for future big men. 3. Elgin Baylor: The Unfortunate Legend Elgin Baylor is a luminary in ...

His influence on the team, both in the present and future, solidifies his iconic status within Lakers lore. Trailblazers of the Early Years: From George Mikan to Elgin Baylor Coming in ninth is George ...

The greatest two-guard in Lakers history also is the first and only player in NBA history to have two jerseys retired by the same team. Bottom line: Everyone on this list besides Elgin Baylor won at ...

He averaged 23 points and 13 rebounds for his career. The Minneapolis Lakers selected Elgin Baylor with the first overall pick in the 1958 NBA draft, and he won the NBA Rookie of the Year award.