Nick "The Quick" Van Exel was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the NBA Draft in 1993. Van Exel's flashy and exciting play style, coupled with Eddie Jones' athleticism and defense, made up the Lakers' new centerpieces to rebuild after the Showtime era. Averaging 15.3 points and 8.5 assists per game in the 1996-97 NBA season, Nick the Quick helped the Lakers to make the playoffs in what was the debut season of stars Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. Own the ultimate retro Lakers Swingman Jersey now!. 100% polyester mesh body with side vents. Knit 1x1 rib striped trim at neckline and armholes. Heat seal screen printed twill front/back number applications. NBA logoman woven heat seal label is applied at upper left shoulder. Mitchell & Ness HWC Swingman woven jocktag and woven label player name/year ID at lower left front.