Los Angeles decided to honor West by adding a patch on its jerseys that features his No. 44. The team's white and gold uniforms feature a purple patch with a numeral that matches the uniform color.

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The No. 44 patch on the Lakers jersey is in memory of West. West died on June 12, 2024, at 86 years old. Los Angeles decided to honor West by adding a patch on its jerseys that features his No. 44.