1960–61 Los Angeles Lakers season
The 1960–61 Los Angeles Lakers season was the franchise's 13th season in the NBA and first season in Los Angeles, following their off-season relocation from the Twin Cities of Minnesota. The Lakers finished in second place in the NBA Western Division during the 1960–61 NBA season, with a record of 36–43, 15 games behind the St. Louis Hawks. The Lakers qualified for the Western Division playoffs, defeating the Detroit Pistons, three games to two in the semifinals, before losing again to the Hawks in the West Finals, four games to three.
| 1960–61 Los Angeles Lakers season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Fred Schaus |
| Arena | Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena |
| Results | |
| Record | 36–43 (.456) |
| Place | Division: 2nd (Western) |
| Playoff finish | Division finals (lost to Hawks 3–4) |
Stats at Basketball-Reference.com | |
| Local media | |
| Television | KHJ-TV |
| Radio | KHJ |
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