The Los Angeles Lakers have been a part of many significant dates in NBA history, reigning as one of the premier franchises. However, their game on March 8, 2006, turned out to be much more than a regular season affair.
They were on the road to face the New Orleans Hornets on a night that marked the return of professional sports to a city that had been devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Sports have become a norm in today’s world, providing an outlet for people to get away from their troubles.
Whether following tragedy or capping off a celebration, sports have a way of bringing people together.