Lakers publish official coffee table book featuring essays by LeBron James and others
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:32 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers debuted a new coffee table book titled 'Lakers: An Official History of the Purple & Gold' on September 22. The 528-page volume, published by Taschen, features essays from notable figures including LeBron James, Magic Johnson, and Jack Nicholson, along with rare photographs and memorabilia from the franchise's history. The book details the team's storied legacy, from its early years with George Mikan to the current era with LeBron James and Luka Dončić. It is available for purchase on Taschen's website for $100.
- •Book features 528 pages and weighs nearly 10 pounds.
- •Includes contributions from Lakers stars and celebrities.
- •Covers the team's history from George Mikan to LeBron James.
- •Available for purchase online at Taschen for $100.
- •Combines archival imagery with exclusive essays.
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James, Jack Nicholson Among Essayists in Official Lakers Coffee Table Book
"Taschen's large-format art book also houses never-before-seen photographs, rare memorabilia and vintage ephemera from sport's most glamorous franchise.
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