Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin, right, puts up a shot as Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol, of Spain, defends during the first half of their NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, ... more 

Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin, right, puts up a shot as Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol, of Spain, defends during the first half of their NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) less