When Pau Gasol was gift-wrapped by the Memphis Grizzlies to the L.A. Lakers, one Western Conference GM said, "Are you f***ing kidding me?" As for my reaction? I say, "CHAMPIONSHIP!"
In his first game as a Laker, Gasol posted 24 points and 12 rebounds. And dude only had one practice. The Spaniard looked like he has been playing in the triangle offense for years.
Before seeing Gasol's Laker debut, I was a little concerned on how well he and Andrew Bynum can co-exist when Bynum comes off the IL. But after watching The Spaniard vs. the Nets, I can see he is real comfortable working at the top of the key. This makes an interesting high-low offense. I can see Gasol lobbing passes to Bynum. I can see Gasol hitting that 15-footer if the defense sags on Bynum. Oh, man! I can see Gasol lifting that Larry O'Brien trophy in June!
