The Lakers looked to repeat as NBA Champions, but they couldn't flick the switch this time as they lost to the Houston Rockets in Conference Finals in five games.

The 1985 NBA Draft took place on June 18, 1985. It was also the first NBA Draft of the "Lottery" era. The lottery was put into place so teams did not have to intentionally lose games to receive the number one pick.

(1) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (8) San Antonio Spurs: Lakers win series 3–0

Last Playoff Meeting: 1983 Western Conference Finals (Los Angeles won 4–2)

(1) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (4) Dallas Mavericks: Lakers win series 4–2

Last Playoff Meeting: 1984 Western Conference Semifinals (Los Angeles won 4–1)

(1) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (2) Houston Rockets: Rockets win series 4–1

Last Playoff Meeting: 1981 Western Conference First Round (Houston won 2–1)

Note: GP= Games played; MPG= Minutes per Game; REB = Rebounds; AST = Assists; STL = Steals; BLK = Blocks; PTS = Points; PPG = Points per Game

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