"Pat is a Lakers icon. His professionalism, commitment to his craft and game preparation paved the way for the coaching we see across the league today. My dad recognized Pat's obsession and ability to take talented players and coalesce them into a championship team. The style of basketball Pat and the Lakers created in the 80s is still the blueprint for the organization today: an entertaining and winning team."
"Riley won six NBA championships with the Lakers - four as the head coach, one as an assistant coach and one as a player. This achievement solidified his legacy in basketball and underscored his impact on the game throughout multiple roles."
"The Lakers announced Monday that they have commissioned a statue of Riley to go up outside Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Riley's statue is expected to be completed in 2026, with the Lakers set to announce the official unveiling date at a later time."
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