| 1977–78 Los Angeles Lakers season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Jerry West |
| Arena | The Forum |
| Results | |
| Record | 45–37 (.549) |
| Place |
Division: 4th (Pacific) Conference: 5th (Western) |
| Playoff finish |
First Round (Eliminated 1–2) |
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Stats @ Basketball-Reference.com |
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The 1977–78 NBA season was the Lakers' 30th season in the NBA and 18th season in Los Angeles.
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