L Fx15: Lakers 22-23

Before the trade deadline, the Lakers struggled with spacing and a 25-31 record. The post-deadline Lakers surged with improved shooting and defense, finishing the regular season 18-8 to secure a Play-In spot.

Lost Western Conference Finals (0-4 vs. Denver Nuggets). Offensive Rating: 114.5 (20th of 30). Defensive Rating: 113.9 (11th of 30). Key Moments & Milestones Lakers 22-23 l FX15

General Manager Rob Pelinka overhauled the roster in February, trading Russell Westbrook and acquiring D'Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Malik Beasley. Before the trade deadline, the Lakers struggled with

After starting 2-10, the Lakers became just the sixth team in NBA history to make the playoffs after such a poor start. Denver Nuggets)

💡 The "FX15" in your request likely refers to Austin Reaves , who wore #15 and became the "X-factor" that stabilized the Lakers' rotation after the Westbrook trade.

On February 7, 2023, LeBron James became the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.