Anthony Davis' return to New Orleans delights area fans of Lakers
by Tania Ganguli, Los Angeles Times
Nov 27, 2019
4 minutes
NEW ORLEANS - Orrin Henry spent his childhood splitting time between New Orleans and Alabama. When he was asked if he knew any Pelicans fans who grew up with him, he thought about it for a few seconds. Then a sheepish grin crossed his face as he prepared to admit the truth.
"Actually, I'm a Laker fan," said Henry. "I'm going to the game tomorrow."
He loved Kobe Bryant growing up and had plenty of opportunity to see him play.
Jasmine Louis talked about wanting to get Pelicans tickets for her young son because they were often inexpensive. She grew up in Gretna, La., playing basketball and once thought she'd be a basketball player.
"When I was little I
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