Lakers Fanatics! Feeling a Sudden Urge to Shout "KOBE!" at Your TV? hold on to your purple and gold socks, because...
There isn't actually a Lakers game on today, my fellow Los Angeles Laker lovers. That's right, you can take a deep breath, unclench your fists, and release that imaginary basketball you were furiously dribbling between your legs.
But Wait! Don't Despair!
Just because there's no LeBron James dazzling us with his superhuman athleticism tonight, doesn't mean we can't celebrate our favorite team. Here are a few ideas to keep the Lakers spirit alive:
- Dust off those old Lakers jerseys! Whether it's your classic Shaq jersey, your dearly departed Kobe Bryant jersey (we miss you!), or even your, ahem, slightly-less-impressive Smush Parker jersey (hey, it's a collector's item, right?), wear it with pride and maybe frighten the mailman a little.
- Channel your inner sports commentator. Grab a microphone (or a hairbrush, we won't judge) and reenact your favorite Lakers moments. Bonus points for dramatic slow-motion replays and enthusiastic high-fives (with yourself, it's okay).
- Fire up the Lakers highlights reel! Witness the glory days (and some of the, uh, not-so-glory days) all over again. Maybe Michael Jordan's "the shot" over Byron Scott will inspire you to go make that impossible three-pointer in your driveway. Just be careful of the neighbor's windows.
- Here's a crazy thought: head outside and play some actual basketball! Get some exercise, shoot some hoops, and imagine yourself as the next Lakers superstar. Who knows, maybe LeBron will see your talent from his balcony and personally scout you. (Okay, maybe that last part's a stretch, but a man can dream!)
So there you have it, Lakers fans! While there might not be a game tonight, there are plenty of ways to keep the purple and gold fire burning bright. And hey, maybe if we all shout "KOBE!" loud enough in unison, the basketball gods will take pity on us and bless us with a surprise Lakers game tomorrow. Just kidding (maybe).
