Sorry about the hiatus. If you click on the Lakers link it will take you to Luke's Laker's page and give you his stats. I am going to use NBA.com to help me keep up with that. There are new pics in the gallery, I downloaded some off of Getty and created it's own section. They range from LA to Arizona to off court, enjoy.
July 10, 2003
Added some new game pics from Luke's time at U of A. One is a great shot of him and Richard Jefferson when they advanced to the Final Four. There are also two new articles in the print section.
July 9, 2003
Luke signed with the Lakers yeterday, however no details are being released at this time. There are also two new articles and a new gallery for Summer League action.
Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors in summer league action tonight. Walton played a solid game posting 13 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists in 30 minutes playing time. It was Walton beign fouled on a last second defensive rebound by Dunleavy Jr. that gave the Lakers the win. Walton sank all three free-throws to give them the 104-102 win.
July 8, 2003
Created one new gallery of his introduction to the LA Media and added to the screencaps gallery as well.
July 7, 2003
Site has a new layout. I don't think it will last long, but I wanted
something "Lakerish" since he's no longer a Wildcat.
July3,
2003
Sorry about the lack of updates. The draft is over and gone and Luke
Walton was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers. Luke was taken early in the
second round (32 overall) to the legendary team. Being a second round
pick, Luke does not have a guaranteed contract like first round picks
receive. However, with Luke's ability, work ethic and his last name, I
don't think there is any reason to believe he will not sign with Los
Angeles.
Past Updates
Waiting For the Draft
With Arizona's season behind them Walton must look forward to the upcoming draft. Due to his injuries this season, he is no longer first round lock and is projected to go anywhere between 45 and 55. Draft day is set for June 26.
Arizona 75 - Kansas 78
The Elite 8 brought great disappointment to Luke Walton and his Arizona Wildcats. Their run came to an end as Jason Gardner's 3pt tying attempt missed it's mark. His first shot was deflected and rebounded to Walton for the pitch back out to Gardner. Walton scored 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists.
Arizona 88 - Notre Dame 71
Arizona made it look easy against the Irish. Notre Dame kept it close during the opening minutes, but lost all speed about 10 minutes into the first half. Walton was selected Player of the Game with his 16 points, seven rebounds and eight assists.
Arizona 96 - Gonzaga 95 2OT
The only thing Walton could do to save the game was rebound Stepp's shot and fall to the ground. All five starters scored in the double digits with Walton scoring 16 points, 9 assists, 2 blocked shots and 3 steals. His last second shot was the tying score that sent the game into it's second overtime.
Arizona 80 - Vermont 51
Arizona made easy work of the outmatched Vermont team. Walton collected 12 points, six assists and 6 rebounds.
