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Most Hated Lakers
4 villains from the Los Angeles Lakers have earned a spot in the Hall of Villains. Ranked by community Villain Score.
#1
LEGEND
LeBron James
LeBron didn't just break hearts - he orchestrated the most dramatic exits and arrivals in NBA history. 'The Decision' in 2010 wasn't just a TV special; it was a public execution of Cleveland's championship dreams. Then he formed a super team in Miami, promising 'not one, not two, not three...' championships while leaving his hometown hanging. Even his return to Cleveland felt calculated, perfectly timed for maximum redemption narrative. He's mastered the art of controlling his legacy while crushing the hopes of entire franchises.
SF • 2000s
95.5
Hate Score
#2
REGIONAL
Retired 2016
Kobe Bryant
Kobe was Sacramento's nightmare and the Western Conference's tormentor for two decades. His arrogance was legendary - he took impossible shots and somehow made them, then stared down entire arenas. The Colorado incident, the Shaq feud, and his general disdain for teammates who weren't as obsessed as him made him easy to dislike. He was brilliant but exhausting to watch if you weren't a Lakers fan.
SG • 2000s
83.7
Hate Score
#3
REGIONAL
Retired 2014
Andrew Bynum
Incredibly talented but incredibly lazy and dirty. Bynum's cheap shots, especially his airborne elbow to J.J. Barea, showed a mean streak. Cared more about bowling than basketball.
Center • 2010s
79.0
Hate Score
#4
REGIONAL
Luka Doncic
Whines at referees more than any player in the league. Gets every call and still complains. His constant arguing slows the game to a crawl.
PG/SG • 2020s
60.0
Hate Score
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