We’ll never know exactly how Anthony Davis reacted when he first saw Malik Monk in the Lakers’ practice facility, but given how excited he’s been about his fellow Wildcat’s presence, it’s not hard to imagine his initial response might have looked a little bit like the postgame scene from Wednesday night’s 120-117 victory against the Miami Heat.
After exploding for a season-high 27 points off the bench to help the shorthanded Lakers secure their second overtime win in a row, Monk was talking with Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet for the team’s customary post-win walk-off interview.