Trying to get pumped for tonights game!

This video was taken via my Treo live (from my seat on Section 514) from Staples Center exactly one month ago tomorrow.

By the way, I have a youtube now

The reign of the San Antonio Spurs is over after the Lakers mounted a furious rally from 17 points down to win 100-92. The victory not only eliminated the Spurs four games to one, but sent L.A. to their first NBA Finals in four seasons.

After the game, Coach Jackson made sure to congratulate the Spurs for a noble attempt at defending their championship trophy.

“First of all, let me say a heartfelt congratulations to the Spurs for their run this season,” said Jackson. “They put a lot of dedication into it. I know how difficult it is when you have gone through the duration of seasons they’ve had to keep that energy going.”

We watched it Live: Game 4 of the western playoffs from Staples Center. If my boys would have pulled of a win on Mothers Day in game 3 we would have had a much huger party. The crowd was pumped, loud, and for sure our blood runs Purple and Gold

View the Staples Center Pics Here

Esta Noche! I got tickets… for tonights game 4 of western conference finals of the Los Angeles Lakers VS Utah Jazz so we will be at Staples Center.

These are our tickets. EAT YOUR HEART OUT!

You can watch the game from your set at 10:30 p.m. ET (TNT)

Later Tonight: I will upload Pictures of our Day at Staples Center.

Myspace connects us again.

Today I was surprised with a new Myspace friend request. I introduce my blogosphere New Mexico family and friends to my first cousin Patricia (Rosita). She is the daughter of my aunt Patsy, they live in Georgia.

For family who read this blog check her out on myspace here

Pictured Below: Rositas older sister Irene and I with grandpa Estevan. Picture taken in Tujunga, California. (LOS ANGELES)

This piece is authentic, original, and its going in Shorties Los Angeles Lakers theme bedroom. He hasn’t seen the frame yet.

The photo was a free gift from burger king, the wood frame was hand made by myself, (Matches the newly installed wood trim and floor board, not to mention the hard wood floor) the glass was $11.00. There is one more of these pictures around the house rolled up and I am putting that one in my office at work. So, their will only be 2 of these priceless Lakers Memorabilia pieces available.

NO I AM NOT TAKING ORDERS!

On The Streets of Phoenix and inside the Airways arena Laker fans were proud to show their colors.

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The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired forward Pau Gasol in a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, it was announced today (Feb 1, 2008) by General Manager Mitch Kupchak.

 

 

 

 

 

Gasol, a 7th year player out of Spain, is averaging 18.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 1.44 blocked shots per game this season. The 27 year old 7’0” forward/center has career averages of 18.8 points and 8.6 rebounds. A 2006 NBA All-Star and 2001-02 NBA Rookie of the Year, Gasol also won a gold medal with Spain at the 2006 FIBA World Championships while being named tournament MVP.

Why Make the Deal?
Gasol is a polished offensive presence with the ability to operate in the post and to hit the mid-range jumper. He presents the potential of a 4 headed offensive monster for the Lakers with Pau, Kobe, Andrew and Lamar. Gasol is an established all-star caliber player (2006) with career averages of 18.8 points and 8.6 rebounds.

It is an adage that you want to get the best player in the trade and the Lakers achieve that. In terms of how to get better, both long term and short term while Andrew Bynum is out, the Lakers needed a front court presence and had few trading chips to do that. One of the big ones was Kwame’s expiring deal and Mitch was able to use that to help the team.

Why do the Grizzlies make this deal?

The Grizzlies weren’t going anywhere with Gasol and are already firmly in rebuilding mode. They get some salary cap space with Kwame’s expiring contract. On the court, they get the benefit of Kwame’s defensive prowess. They also get Javaris Crittenton, who has shown immense promise in his limited time on the court. With the development of Jordan Farmar, he has been pushed to the background, perhaps more than was envisioned when he was drafted last summer. While the Grizzlies already have 3 point guards in Conley, Jr., Navarro and Lowry, they are all shorter point guards and Javaris with his height will bring a different dimension to their point guard mix. The Grizzlies also get 1st round picks in 2008 and 2010.

# 1)1995-96 Chicago Bulls

#2) 1964-65 Boston Celtics

# 3) 1986-87 Los Angeles Lakers

Get the facts here .

I’m very sorry to my faithful San Antonio fans that their Spurs were not even on the radar.

Here is one more fact to chew on baby. Which Team has the most (55) All-Time Playoffs Appearances : Franchise Appearances? Find out here.