Celebrate greatness with our Lakers 17 Rings Champs Tee. Featuring bold screen-printed custom graphics, this relaxed fit tee honours the Lakers' historic 17 NBA championships. Perfect for true fans, this limited edition piece blends iconic style with legendary achievements. Rep the legacy in ultimate comfort. Grab yours now! The greatness that is the Los Angeles Lakers franchise started '46 as the Detroit Gems. In '47, the team shifted to Minneapolis and became the Minneapolis Lakers from the state nickname, "land of 10,000 lakes." The Lakers relocated to Los Angeles before the '60-'61 season.