While the 2010 NBA Finals between the Lakers and Celtics was yet another chapter in the two franchises’ storied rivalry, it was a series that we won’t soon forget.
In what was one of the most bizarre, smash-mouth, defensive-minded games in NBA Finals history, the Lakers defeated the Celtics 83-79 in the deciding Game 7 to claim the 2010 NBA championship.
After drawing heavy criticism for their uninspired, underachieving effort in Game 5, the Lakers’ role players finally gave Kobe Bryant the support needed for them to be successful.
Big Baby addresses his slobbering problem, and NateRob compares the two of them to popular cartoon characters in a way that I can’t find a way to disagree with.
After trailing for nearly three quarters, the Celtics relied heavily on their passionate and energetic bench down the stretch to seal the victory over the Lakers in Game 4, 96-89.
Teams who aren’t able to land one a marquee free agent will have plenty left to pursue to improve their teams. Let’s take a look at some of the second-tier players who will be available this offseason.
As the Celtics came down the final stretch during their Game 2 victory over the Lakers, Boston forward Paul Pierce was caught on camera saying “We ain’t coming back to L.A.” to some Lakers fans in the crowd.
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