The general guideline is after 21. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend pap smear testing every 3 years starting at age 21. Pap smears check for abnormal cells in the cervix as a way to possibly detect cervical cancer.
Halak, a star for Team Europe in the World Cup of Hockey last September, was sent to Bridgeport in December after being pulled from three of his last 11 starts. Then-coach Jack Capuano even took an uncharacteristic shot at his porous work.
Afterwards, the Lakers traded for former Pacers' center Roy Hibbert and signed for the reigning Sixth Man of the Year, Lou Williams, and forward Brandon Bass. Former Lakers forward, Metta World Peace, was brought back to the team as well after the Lakers amnestied him in 2013. This was Kobe Bryant's final season with the team and in the NBA after he announced his retirement.