What achievements did Hartman, the founder of the Lakers, achieve when he served as the general manager of the Lakers?

According to CBS and other US media, Hartman’s son announced the news on social media: My father’s outstanding and resilient life came to an end with his family by his side. ?The report stated that Hartman was born in 1920 to an immigrant family and grew up in Minneapolis.

Hartmann was born on March 16, 1920. He began selling newspapers on the street in 1928. He dropped out of high school in 1936 and went to work in a newspaper office. His first column was published in 1944, and his last was published on the day of his death.

Hartman’s impact on Minnesota sports was profound. He helped the Detroit Gems move to Minneapolis and change their name to the Lakers before joining the NBA.

Soon the topic "The death of the founder of the Lakers" was on the hot search list, and fans paid tribute to the deceased old man. Without him, there would be no current Lakers.

NBA stars also wrote in memory: Timberwolves center and No. 1 pick Towns wrote: RIP, the legendary Sid Hartman. Grizzlies guard Tyus Jones wrote: RIP, the legend and symbol of Minnesota. Sid Hartman. Nets guard Jamal Crawford wrote: RIP, Sid Hartman, legend. ?

Hartman was the first unofficial general manager of the Minneapolis Lakers and a core figure in the Lakers' establishment of the first NBA dynasty. He bought the Detroit Gems for $15,000. Taking the team to Minneapolis and drafting George Mikan, the Lakers won a championship in Mikan's first season.

Before moving to Los Angeles in 1960, the Lakers won five championships in 12 seasons in Minnesota, including three consecutive championships from 1952-1954.

US media said that his contribution to the Lakers was mainly behind the scenes, but it was of great significance. I hope Hartman can be well in heaven, this NBA landmark figure.