Lin discusses the game with assistant coach Bob Roehl during the California Division II State Championship Game on March 17, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Palo Alto High School ultimately secured a thrilling 51-47 victory over Mater Dei. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Jeremy Lin reacts after the Division II State Championship Game On March 17. 2006, at the Arco Arena. The Vikings defeated Mater Dei, 51-47. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Jeremy Lin reacts after the Division II State Championship Game on March 17, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Palo Alto High School beat heavily favored Mater Dei, 51-47. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin sits out due to an eye injury during the NorCal Division II Championship Game against Archbishop Mitty on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

The Palo Alto High School boys' varsity basketball team poses for a photograph following its California Division II State Championship Game victory. The Vikings defeated Mater Dei, 51-47. Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin is second from the left, back row. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin runs down the court during the NorCal Division II Championship Game on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Palo Alto High School scored a thrilling 45-43 victory over Archbishop Mitty, securing their spot in Division II State Championship. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Lin shoots during the NorCal Division II Championship Game on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Palo Alto High School defeated Archbishop Mitty, 45-43. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Lin looks for an open opportunity during the NorCal Division II Championship Game on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. The Vikings defeated Archbishop Mitty, 45-43, securing their spot in Division II State Championship. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin attempts to shoot during the NorCal Division II Championship Game on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Lin had a game-high 16 points, seven assists, and three steals. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin charges down the court during the NorCal Division II Championship Game on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Lin suffered an eye injury earlier in the game. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Senior Jeremy Lin prepares to shoot during the NorCal Division II Championship Game on March 11, 2006, at the Arco Arena. The Vikings defeated Archbishop Mitty, 45-43. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Lin shoots during the California Division II State Championship Game on March 17, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Palo Alto High School scored a thrilling 51-47 victory over Mater Dei. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Jeremy Lin attemps a shot during the California Division II State Championship Game on March 17, 2006, at the Arco Arena. The Vikings shot only 37 percent for the game, but held the Monarchs to under 30 percent. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin charges down the court during the California Division II State Championship Game on March 17, 2006, at the Arco Arena. The Vikings defeated Mater Dei, 51-47, securing the State Champion title. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.

Then-senior captain Jeremy Lin reacts after the Division II State Championship Game on March 17, 2006, at the Arco Arena. Palo Alto High School beat heavily favored Mater Dei, 51-47. This image is licensed under a standard copyright license. All rights reserved.