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May 20, 2003 (The Sports Network via COMTEX)

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Team Founded: 1948-49 Team History: 1947-48 - Minneapolis Lakers (American Basketball Association) 1948-60 - Joined NBA 1960-Present - Los Angeles Lakers

Team Colors: Royal Purple & Gold

Arena Address: STAPLES Center 1111 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA, 90015 (310) - 426-6001

Opened: October 20, 1999 First Official Game: November 3, 1999 vs. 103-98 win against the Vancouver Grizzlies Arena Capacity: 20,000

Owner: Dr. Jerry Buss Vice President of Basketball Operations: Mitch Kupchak General Manager: Mitch Kupchak Head Coach: Phil Jackson

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