Forgotten Lakers

Maurice Evans played for the Lakers in the 2006-2007 season, and was traded early on the next season in the deal that brought Trevor Ariza to Los Angeles. I've received several requests from fans of the podcast to get Mo on, and I'm excited it was finally able to happen. Thanks for listening!

Former Cincinnati Bearcat Melvin Levett had a training camp run with the Lakers before the 1999-2000 season, the first year of the Phil Jackson era. Though he was cut before the season began, Melvin came on to discuss his career with basketball, one that saw him become a legendary figure in Bearcat lore before his (brief) stint in LA.

Former Los Angeles Laker Jamal Sampson came on the podcast to discuss his one season in LA, which just so happened to be one of the most compelling seasons in team history: 2003-2004.

Andy Bernstein, the Lakers official photographer, came on to discuss his career chronicling one of the most storied franchises in all of sports.

Former Los Angeles Laker Brian Grant came on to discuss some of the stops in his NBA career and his current work with the Brian Grant Foundation. Brian was diagnosed with Parkinson's several years ago and has committed his time and resources to helping others in the Parkinsons community. Check out his web site and make a donation if you can: https://briangrant.org/

Former Los Angeles Laker Trey Johnson came on the "Forgotten Lakers" podcast to discuss his nba career and time in LA. This episode was recorded in person at Trey's barbershop in Carrollton, Texas, "Premier 24". Check it out here: http://premier24.business.site/

Former Laker Von Wafer (2005-2006) came on to discuss his basketball journey. From competing against LeBron James in a high school dunk contest, playing with the Lakers as a rookie, and later playing against LA in the playoffs as member of the Rockets, Von has had a unique career that's taken him all over the world.

Former Laker Tony Bobbitt came on to discuss his season in LA, playing in high school with Vince Carter, and more.

Former Laker Devin Green came on to discuss his time with the purple and gold in the 2005-2006 season, one of the more entertaining seasons in franchise history. After getting to play under Phil Jackson and alongside Kobe Bryant at perhaps the peak of his physical powers, Devin has gone on to a lengthy career overseas--most recently playing in 2017 in Argentina.

Former Laker Brian Cook came on to discuss his career and time in LA. A sharpshooter with a lightning quick release, Brian was a Laker for over four seasons, from 2003-2004 until early in the 2007-2008 season when he was dealt to Orlando in the trade that brought Trevor Ariza to Los Angeles.

He can now be found playing in the Big 3. Check out https://big3.com/ for more details.