What was the nickname given to the Lakers during the 1980s?
Bad Boys
Showtime Lakers
Dream Team
Splash Brothers
Answer
The Lakers were nicknamed the "Showtime Lakers" during the 1980s due to their fast break, transition offense facilitated by Magic Johnson. This exciting style of play, combined with the team's success, made the Lakers one of the most popular and entertaining teams of the era.
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