Bleacher Report's 99 greatest shooters ever list has 13 Lakers players

The Los Angeles Lakers have never been renowned for their elite three-point shooting, despite boasting several accomplished shooters throughout their history. Recently, Bleacher Report released a ranking of the top 99 shooters in NBA history, and 13 of them were Lakers at some point in their careers. Let's take a closer look at these players, their achievements, and their impact on the franchise.

Austin Reaves, currently 28 years old, is ranked 97th on the list. While he is still early in his career, he has already proven himself as a dynamic offensive player capable of hitting three-pointers off the dribble and going on scoring streaks. With LeBron James gone, Reaves could potentially improve on his career-high 23.3 points per game last season.

Robert Horry, ranked 84th, shot well below average from three-point range during his 16-year NBA career. However, he was a feared clutch shooter, especially in the playoffs. Horry had a 34.1% three-point percentage and a 35.9% playoff three-point percentage. He played six seasons with the Lakers, leading them to three NBA championships, including a game-winning three-pointer in Game 4 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals against the Sacramento Kings.

Danny Green, ranked 72nd, played just one season with the Lakers during their 2020 championship run. He fit the role of an important three-and-D player and was a key contributor to the team's success. Green finished his career shooting 40.0% from deep, making almost two-thirds of his career three-point attempts.

Jason Kapono, ranked 70th, spent his final season with the Lakers in the 2011-12 season. Although he played poorly during his tenure, Kapono was a lethal shooter before his time with the Lakers. He holds the sixth place spot in career three-point percentage and led the NBA in three-point percentage for two consecutive seasons.

Lou Hudson, ranked 68th, was a six-time All-Star and Hall of Fame wing who played before the NBA implemented the three-point line. Despite playing his entire career before the three-pointer was introduced, Hudson relied heavily on his jumper and made six All-Star teams, averaging 25.1 points per game and shooting 49.6% from the field. His 15-foot jump shot was a staple for high-level scorers and shooters.