Athlete Magic Johnson and Wayne Gretzky never played in Staples Center, but they have statue besides the arena. So what do they have that a statue was built for them? Their great athletic talent is an inspiration for Los Angeles residence.

So, going by this route, does De La Hoya's influence on Los Angeles make him a candidate for statue himself? AEG, who has a partnership with De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions, think he is more than qualified. AEG built a statue for De La Hoya.

"When the kids walk around the Staples Center, they will think, 'Oscar De La Hoya, from East L.A., made it. Maybe I can make it too.' " De La Hoya said.


Oscar De La Hoya Statue in Los Angeles Staples Center


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