The Staples Center crowd went crazy. So did the Lakers’ bench. Lakers forward Julius Randle even ran out onto the court.
No, Kobe Bryant did not make a miraculous shot. He was sideline with a sore right shoulder. But on a night where everything seemed to go right for the Lakers in their 97-77 win over the Phoenix Suns on Sunday at Staples Center, it also went right for their fanbase.
David Moya, of Oakdale, CA., hit a half-court shot between the third and fourth quarters to win the $95,000 MGM Grand Big Shot Jackpot. Moya shared afterwards that he plans to spend part of the money to attend Bryant’s final game on April 13, against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center.
“Shooting is half luck and half skill,” Lakers guard Lou Williams said. “He made a big one. I’m sure that’s a great way for him to start his New Year.”
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