Pat Riley is about to get a big honor. In 2026, the Los Angeles Lakers will put up a statue of him outside their arena. This isn't just any regular night. The statue will be unveiled when the Lakers play against the Boston Celtics, a team Riley had some epic battles with. Riley wasn't just a coach; he was the heart of the Showtime era. With stars like Magic Johnson,...

The Los Angeles Lakers have decided to honor one of their most successful coaches, Pat Riley, with a statue in Star Plaza outside Crypto. com Arena. The 79-year-old Riley is a legend in the NBA, having won four championships with the Lakers as a coach in the 1980s. He also played for the team and served as an assistant coach before taking the helm. Riley's career wi...