Meeting Moe Wagner

Posted on September 21, 2018 by Edgar

Los Angeles Lakers 2018 first round draft pick Moe Wagner came to the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu. The seven foot center was there to get his eyes checked along with selecting personal eyewear.

Moe played his college ball at Michigan where he was a 2018 Second-team All-Big Ten. He had a good showing in the last Big Ten Tournament where he was named the tournaments MVP. Moe was very excited to be drafted by the Lakers and can’t wait to show his talents in L.A.

Moe is a very nice and polite kid. I want to wish him the best in his upcoming rookie season.

Facts about Moe

- Full name is Victor Moritz Wagner.
- Was born in Berlin, Germany.
- Was the 25th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.
- 2018 Big Ten Tournament MVP.

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Meeting Byron Scott

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Edgar

Former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott came to the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu. This was Byron’s first visit to the office. Apparently, one of the first things that Byron wanted to do for the new year was get his eyes examined.

After the exam Byron talked some basketball with us. He seemed to enjoy his visit and I’m sure he will be a regular patient from now on.

Byron was part of the Showtime Lakers during his playing career where he won three NBA championships. Shortly after his playing career Byron began his coaching career. He had head coaching stints with the New Jersey Nets, New Orleans Hornets, Cleveland Cavaliers, and recently with the Los Angeles Lakers where he was relieved from his coaching duties after two seasons.

Facts about Byron

Full name is Byron Anton Scott.
Attended Arizona State.
4th overall pick in the 1983 NBA draft.
3x NBA champion.
2008 NBA Coach of the Year.

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Meeting Michael Cooper

Posted on November 24, 2017 by Edgar

Former Laker Michael Cooper came to the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu. The Los Angeles Lakers great has been a regular patient of the practice for the past few years.

What was Coop doing at the office on Black Friday? He was checking out the discounted eyewear available at the office. As always, Coop enjoyed his time there and I’m sure he will be back in the near future.

Facts about Michael

1978 NBA Draft.
5x NBA Champion.
5x All-Defensive First Team.
2x WNBA Champion as coach.

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Meeting Kyle Kuzma

Posted on October 20, 2017 by Edgar

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Kyle Kuzma made an appearance at the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu. Kyle was there for a patient only meet and greet.

Kyle was a late first round pick but has been playing more like a top ten pick. He had a very productive summer league and NBA preseason. Kyle consistently showed signs why he may be the Lakers best player this season if given the opportunity to start.

I want to wish the rookie the best of luck in the upcoming NBA season.

Facts about Kyle

Full name is Kyle Alexander Kuzma.
Attended the University of Utah.
2017 First team All-Pac-12.
27th overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft.

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Meeting Samaki Walker

Posted on December 22, 2016 by Edgar

Samaki Walker had an appointment at the Optometry Practice of Dr. Alex Corbin Liu for an eye exam. If the name sounds familiar, it’s because he won an NBA championship in 2002 while with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Samaki was very nice and friendly. He enjoyed his time at the office and after the exam, he picked out new eyewear and met with staff.

What is Samaki up to these days? He is currently running a coaching business and lives in the Valley.

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