After 35 seasons, Stu Lantz is being honored by the Lakers on Stu Lantz Night. From playing the game professionally to covering the game masterfully, the Southern California Sports Broadcasters’ Hall of Famer has grasped the meaning of being grateful, and the steps necessary to become a noble man.
Stu has always been a man of principle. After all, he is the man that Chick Hearn called upon. Some might consider that one of the ultimate testimonies to a person.
“We did a summer league game and he said if ever there’s the opportunity, I’d like to work with you,” Lantz explained, “and I thought that’s just Chick being Chick — just such a nice guy.