How much do Laker girls get paid?

According to Sports Illustrated, a Los Angeles Laker's Laker Girl was paid $85 for each game in 2010. Among the cheer leading profession, average pay is between $50 to $100 per game, though some dancers perform for free.

While the dancing itself may not pay very much, there are other lucrative opportunities available as a Los Angeles Laker Girl. A dancer will be paid between $50 to $150 per hour in appearance fees for parties. Many dancers also have other part time jobs, often in the dancing field as teachers and coaches. Other dancers choose to model or use the Los Angeles Laker Girl dancing position as a way to break into a broader entertainment industry, such as acting.