His father taught high school art for 40-plus years ... Even though the majority of his followers are Lakers fans, Perkins didn't expect this kind of response, which he called humbling to see.

These public art pieces matter more than most people ... With one act, Luka went from “new guy” to “forever favorite” for Lakers fans. He paid for the Kobe and Gigi Bryant mural ...

fans didn’t just get angry, they moved into action. Social media lit up. Locals launched a GoFundMe to restore it. This wasn’t just about the art. It’s about respect. The Lakers community ...