While Pau Gasol has been caught somewhat by surprise when Steve Blake started a backboard pass to himself during a 2-for breach rapid zero, the Spaniard still hung high and slammed home with gusto.
Not much is get Gasol, Los Angeles Lakers and opponents twice champions the interests have not had much luck during a sublime start to the season.
Gasol had 20 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists while pursuing his fourth career triple-double in the third quarter and the Lakers improved to 7-0 easily for the fifth time in their history with a 121-96 victory over the Trail Blazers Portland on Sunday.
Gasol won his first triple-double since February 17, 2009, with an assist on Ron Artest basket with 3:10 left in the third quarter.
He acknowledged stupid to know how much help he needed to hit the mark, but exuberantly praised his teammates for his performance can make a profit other bands formidable champions.
