Lakers fire Mike Brown
Mike Brown listens to the national anthem before a playoff game against the
Even before the season began, fans were calling for the firing of
Mike Brown argues a call during a regular-season game against Oklahoma City last spring. The Thunder posted the best record in the NBA and eventually eliminated the Lakers in the Western Conference semifinals. (Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times)
Mike Brown tries to rally the
Mike Brown argues with an official over a call in a 103-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers last winter at
Mike Brown sits next to Lakers executive Jim Buss during the introduction of Steve Nash, who was signed as a free agent this summer. (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Mike Brown talks to reserve guard Jodie Meeks, who was signed this summer to back up
Mike Brown, giving some encouragement during a preseason game against the Clippers, tried to put in a new offense this season after the team acquired a handful of new players, including All-Stars
Mike Brown talks to