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Los Angeles Appoints New Voice at Crypto.com Arena
The Los Angeles Lakers have hired veteran Los Angeles broadcaster Derrin Horton as their next public address announcer. The franchise finalized the appointment ahead of the upcoming campaign, turning to an established sports media personality known for his extensive on-air work with outlets including KCAL-TV, KCBS, KTLA, and NFL Network.
Succeeding Legendary Voice Lawrence Tanter
Horton steps into a role held for over four decades by legendary public address announcer Lawrence Tanter, who served as the iconic voice of Lakers home games across multiple championship eras from 1982 onward. Serving as the public address announcer for the Lakers carries a distinct place in franchise operations, responsible for introducing the nba starting lineup, signaling scoring plays, and maintaining the auditory pacing for the home crowd at Crypto.com Arena.
What to Watch Next
Horton will make his official regular-season debut on the microphone during the Lakers' upcoming home slate, anchoring in-game announcements and establishing his cadence from courtside.
