"It's great because they're from Mexico City, they're actually from Mexico," Luis Rodriguez, Stockton resident, said. "They come out here and play, of course, you want to also cheer them on while we cheer our own home team on."
"It's good for all the cultures," Shauna Zavala, Stockton Kings fan, said. "Stockton is Mexican; we have all cultures here, but it's good to bring all cultures together and celebrate each culture as an individual."
The Stockton Kings defended their home court, coming away with a 113-98 victory, climbing to tie for first in the West at 13-6.
Dennis talked to CBS Sacramento after the game about what it means to represent Los Kings on Hispanic Heritage Night.
Dennis has been with this team for two years and enjoys playing for Stockton.
Coach Will Scott is in his first year at the helm of the Stockton Kings and wants to give the community a team they're proud of.
The mariachi band also performed the National Anthem before the game.
There was also a halftime traditional dance performance by Danzantes Del Vall Folklorico (Dancers of the Folklorico Valley). Mexico City Capitanes' mascot, Juanjolote, joined the Stockton Kings' mascot, Dunkson, for both games.
"It means a lot for our culture to be able to be here and represent our country," Duarte said.
"I'm really honored with everything going on in the world, I'm glad that we, still in Stockton, are letting this happen," Amanda, who's also a Lincoln High School student, said. "I think it's a great symbol to show a lot of people that, hey, we're here, and we're not going to go down without a fight. Viva Mexico. I'm really glad that we have the opportunity to share that in Stockton."
It was a win-win night, no matter who ended up winning. With such a rich Latino heritage and history in Stockton, fans were happy if either team came away with the victory. On Wednesday, it was Mexico City. But, on Thursday, it was their home team of Stockton.
"Viva Mexico, viva Stockton," Rodriguez said.
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