I was asked to cover for the PAC-10 championship game at the Staples Center yesterday because a photog cancelled. I guess I got lucky to get this opportunity since I was only suppose to cover the women’s game. I didn’t know that the game would be this close, and an overtime buzzer beater. The game ended with the final score of 77-75 with Isaiah Thomas getting the last shot at the buzzer. The day started off a little different, since I knew it was a big game I tried to get something different in the beginning of the game.  I went up to the upper deck and got a overall general view of the stadium, something I haven’t done at the the Staples Center as of today.

I also went towards the center and get the tip off. The Staples Center screen is cool too, since you can see the action below as well.

I wanted to try to get a photo of the tip off zoomed in as well, but you only get one try so I tried something different. But I liked this calm shot as well, right before anything really started up. Right after this I proceeded back down to finally get some action shots. We were asked to upload during the game to get a continuous flow of photos, so I had my computer setup court side.

I remained court side for the remainder of the game, with another US Presswire photog on the other side of the court. Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas attempts to steal the ball from Arizona Wildcats forward Jamelle Horne.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas shoots a three defended by Arizona Wildcats forward Solomon Hill.

Washington Huskies forward Justin Holiday blocks a shot by Arizona Wildcats forward Tyreese Breshers.

The Arizona Wildcats cheerleaders celebrating after a score during the game.

Arizona Wildcats forward Solomon Hill goes up for a layup during the fastbreak.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams goes up for a tough shot defended by Washington Huskies forward Matthew Bryan-Amaning.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams goes up for a dunk on the fast break.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams attempts to pass the ball defended by Washington Huskies forward Matthew Bryan-Amaning.

Arizona Wildcats forward Solomon Hill goes up for a layup defended by Washington Huskies guard Terrence Ross.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams dunks the ball in traffic.

Arizona Wildcats forward Jesse Perry goes up for a reverse layup.

Washington Huskies forward Terrence Ross goes up for a big dunk.

The aftermath of Washington Huskies forward Terrence Ross dunk.

Arizona Wildcats forward Jesse Perry goes up for a layup defended by Washington Huskies forward Justin Holiday.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas goes up for a layup defended by Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams.

Arizona Wildcats forward Jamelle Horne and Washington Huskies forward Darnell Gant fight for the loose ball.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams with a dunk.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams celebrates with Arizona Wildcats guard Lamont Jones after a offensive charging.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams goes up for a shot defended by Washington Huskies forward Darnell Gant.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas watches the court during a break.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas reacts during the game.

Arizona Wildcats forward Solomon Hill reacts after a missed opportunity.

Arizona Wildcats forward Derrick Williams reacts after a big shot to break the tie in regulation.

Arizona Wildcats attempt to take the lead at the end of regulation but end up jumping for a rebound.

Washington Huskies forward Matthew Bryan-Amaning reacts after fouling out of the game.

Washington Huskies guard Terrence Ross shoots defended by Arizona Wildcats forward Jamelle Horne.

Washington Huskies guard C.J. Wilcox dunks the ball during overtime.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas celebrates after hitting the game winning three point shot buzzer beater.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas celebrates after hitting the game winning three point shot buzzer beater.

Washington Huskies guard Isaiah Thomas celebrates after hitting the game winning three point shot buzzer beater.

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