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Minneapolis Lakers Logo History – Alternate Logo

Our Minneapolis Lakers logo collection showcases alternate logos from the team’s early Minnesota legacy. From bold designs to classic emblems, learn about Minneapolis Lakers history, explore Minneapolis Lakers basketball moments, and find Minneapolis Lakers hat styles, preserving unique logos for every Lakers fan.
Minneapolis Lakers Primary Logo 1948 - 1960

Minneapolis Lakers

1948 - 1960

The first logo of the Lakers was back when the team was in Minneapolis. The logo has a map of Minnesota in white on a brown and black outline basketball as a background and the location of Minneapolis is highlighted by a yellow star. A wordmark "MPLS" in yellow with two stars and "LAKERS" below in yellow.

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Minneapolis Lakers

1950 - 1960

The letters "MPLS." in yellow on powder blue background. The letters "MPLS" stand for Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Lakers Alternate Logo 1950 - 1960

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The Minneapolis Lakers history began in 1947 as an NBL team, joining the NBA in 1949. First, an alternate Minneapolis Lakers logo featured a blue “M” with a basketball. Then, a 1954 gold star design emerged because fans loved its shine. Now, these alternate logos are historic treasures. Visit the NBA Lakers page for team details.
Our alternate Minneapolis Lakers logo collection highlights the 1954 gold star, a favorite for Minneapolis Lakers basketball fans. Because they stand out, collectors value these alternate logos for Minneapolis Lakers hat designs. For the primary design, check our Minneapolis Lakers primary logo. Thus, this alternate logo collection reflects the Lakers’ early glory, including five NBA titles before moving to Los Angeles.

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