Multiple choice general knowledge

Where are the lakes that are referred to in the "Los Angeles Lakers"?

  1. Wilshire

  2. West Angeles

  3. Central Square

  4. East Venue

  5. Minnesota
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The Los Angeles Lakers NBA franchise originated in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1947 as the Minneapolis Lakers. The team kept the 'Lakers' name when they moved to Los Angeles in 1960, despite Los Angeles not being known for lakes. The name refers to Minnesota's nickname 'Land of 10,000 Lakes' where the franchise began.

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