The Lakers lost 110-138 at home to the Spurs, and staples Center's final game was over. This time we won't talk about the game, only about the memories of the stadium. 22 years of companionship, it has witnessed the legendary life of many people, as well as the youth of countless fans, after which Staples will become history and will always remain in everyone's heart!
The Lakers officially released a long article officially saying goodbye to staples center, which told everything that happened here: Except staples, there is no place in the world that can make you feel special. Even if the name of the stadium is changed, it will always be the home of the fans.
At halftime, lakers celebrities were also invited to the scene to stand with the team's 22-year championship glory and bid a solemn farewell to Staples! All familiar faces: Payton, Byron Scott, Wharton, Artest, and Horry. 6 championship trophies, 5 stars, one of which was reserved for Kobe.
Lakers officially launched the topic: What are your best memories of the Steps Center in the past 22 years? Paul Gasol writes: "2010 Grand Finals G7. "That game the Lakers beat the Celtics 83-79 to win the championship. Bryant had 23 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal, and Gasol had 19 points, 18 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 blocks. Believe in this memory, everyone will never forget.
There are four voting options listed by the media, allowing fans to select Staples' most classic moments. They are: Kobe Bryant and O'Neal against the Blazers, Kobe Bryant's 81 points, the 2010 Finals G7 and Kobe's curtain call. How would you choose? Kuzma commented: "This is the hardest question in history. James replied: "Maybe you have to add the killer ball that Horry played against the Kings!" ”
Time back to the 2002 Western Conference Finals G4, the Lakers trailed 1-2. In the last minute, the Lakers fell behind by 2 points, Kobe Bryant broke through and missed the throw, O'Neal's basket was also deflected, the rebound fell into the hands of Holly, who pulled up and shot, pressed into the net, and the Lakers were thrilling! The Lakers eventually eliminated the Kings 4-3 to advance to the Finals and swept the Nets to win the championship!
These four options, plus Horry's kill, are too difficult to choose. Some fans commented like this: 81 points on the difficulty, G7 on honor, the picture was empty in the last century, and kobe bryant ended the curtain battle emotionally! Some fans also said: For themselves, Staples's memory is Every moment of Kobe Bryant!
Bryant has played too many wonderful games at Staples, in addition to the curtain called above, 81 points in a single game, including 62 points in three quarters, 55 points in a single game to send off Jordan, 12 three-pointers in a single game, the Suns, the Heat and so on. As Vanessa put it, it will also be remembered as "The House That Kobe Built."
Staples' name change is very sad for many people, clipper Paul George said: "It seems to strip away the history of this place." Reggie Jackson said: "There's so much history here that it's hard not to call it the Steprs Center anymore. Westbrook said: "I grew up in Los Angeles and I have a lot of fond memories of staples center. ”
But O'Neal was happy: "I'm glad they don't use that name anymore because it's our home stadium." Staples Center will always belong to Shaq and Bryant. Ao Fat said.
What other memories do you have about Staples Arena?