Lakers 2024-25 NBA season schedule: Purple & Gold reveal dates for 10 special theme nights for upcoming season

The LA Lakers have released key dates for their 2024-25 NBA season. The organization will have 10 special game nights throughout the year. Fans are excited to see the team take on the next season and start its quest to win the championship.

The team will start its season on Oct. 22, as it hosts the Minnesota Timberwolves. During opening night, it will honor a legend on the Jerry West Appreciation Night, celebrating his life and contributions to the franchise. Another key date for the organization is Oct. 26, when it plays against the Sacramento Kings. The team will have its Pride Night on that date.

The Lakers will play against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 10 and have their Veteran's Night. The team will celebrate the City of Los Angeles Night against the Orlando Magic on Nov. 21.

The organization will also honor one of its legends this season. Fans of the Showtime Lakers should mark Jan. 13 on their calendars as Michael Cooper retires from the team. The team will take on the San Antonio Spurs that night.

Another event in January will be the Dr. Jerry Buss Night, which will be on the 21st against the Washington Wizards. The team will play against the Indiana Pacers for their Mental Health Awareness Night on Feb. 8. Feb. 11 will be the "In the Paint Night" as they play against the Utah Jazz.

A slight nod to the legendary Kobe Bryant will be on Feb. 27. The organization will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves as it has its Girl Dad Night. Before the season ends, the franchise will have a special night for fans on Apr. 11. Los Angeles will have their Fan Appreciation Night against the Houston Rockets.

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The Lakers invited an experienced wing, but he declined

The Lakers reportedly invited veteran forward Cedi Osman to participate in their training camp, but he unfortunately declined. According to Marc Stein, the former teammate of LeBron James didn't have any assurance he'll make the regular season roster.

Osman previously played for the San Antonio Spurs, where he was one of the veteran players who had ample playing time. He played for 72 games and knocked down 38.9% of his shots from beyond the arc.

The Turkish basketball star played with James in the 2017-18 season, before the four-time champion joined the Purple & Gold.