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Lakers-Celtics Game 1 recap
Lakers-Celtics Game 1 recap
One down, three more wins to go. The Celtics came out knowing they had the pressure on them to win Game 1, and they did so, taking down the Lakers 98-88. This game wasn't without it's drama, however. With 6:52 remaining in the third quarter, Kendrick Perkins came down awkwardly on Paul Pierce, sending Pierce to the floor. Pierce was down for several moments, clutching at his knee, before ...
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Can The Celtics Steal Another One From L.A.?
thepaintedarea.blogspot.com 6/5/2008 — With the first Celtics-Lakers NBA Finals of the internet era upon us, I've really enjoyed some of the looks back at the matchups between the teams from the '60s, such as the yeoman work done by Basketbawful, both in his Worst of the Celtics-Lakers ...
Celtics Grab Series Lead, 98-88
soxanddawgs.com 6/6/2008 — The Boston Celtics did in the second half what they do best. They played some great defense and relied on their key players as they took Game One from the Los Angeles Lakers 98-88 at the TD BankNorth Garden on Thursday night. The first quarter saw the Lakers get an early 6-2 but the Celtics never let them get too far in front and were able to take over the lead and maintained it for most ...
It’s Gametime: Lakers vs. Celtics in the Finals
thebiglead.com 6/6/2008 — A few links taking you up to the game. We’re picking Boston in seven , we made a preseason futures wager on the Celtics, and we’re rooting for the Lakers. Also just made a deal with TheBigDeal, who we’re hiring as a bodyguard when ...
NBA Finals Live-Blog: Game One
awfulannouncing.blogspot.com 6/6/2008 — Who: L.A. Lakers at Boston Celtics What: Game One of the NBA Finals Where: TD Banknorth Garden- Boston, Massachusetts When: 9pm (ABC) Why: To repair Kobe's image so people forget he's such an asshat and/or to win the Larry O'Brien Trophy Spread:  ...
80s Flashback: Celtics Beat Pistons, Will Meet Lakers in Finals
20secondtimeout.blogspot.com 5/31/2008 — Paul Pierce scored a very efficient 27 points (shooting 8-12 from the field and 10-13 from the free throw line) as the Celtics rallied from a 70-60 fourth quarter deficit to beat the Pistons 89-81 in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Celtics will now advance to the NBA Finals, where they will face the Lakers in a matchup of the two most storied franchises in league history.
Celtics End 20 Year Finals Drought, Beat Pistons 89-81
bostonsportz.com 5/31/2008 — The Boston Celtics are headed back to the NBA Finals!!!  Words are not my friend right now.  I've written about 7 opening paragraphs, and frankly, I don't even know how to begin.  We're going to the Finals.  To face the Los ...
'80s Flashback: Celtics Beat Pistons, Will Meet Lakers in Finals
bizofbasketball.com 6/2/2008 — Paul Pierce scored a very efficient 27 points (shooting 8-12 from the field and 10-13 from the free throw line) as the Boston Celtics rallied from a 70-60 fourth quarter deficit to beat the Detroit Pistons 89-81 in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Celtics will face the L.A. Lakers in the NBA Finals in a matchup of the two most storied franchises in league history. Ray Allen ...
The Worst of Celtics-Lakers: Part 5
basketbawful.blogspot.com 6/3/2008 — This is Part 5 of our The Worst of Celtics-Lakers series. I really hope nobody forwards these posts to Jerry West. They would probably feel like a nutshot in words to him. 1968 NBA Finals The Grim Reaper. Again . On April 4, 1968, Rev. Dr. Martin ...
Game 1 Pressure
tommypoint.com 6/4/2008 — With the series shifting to a 2-3-2 format, who has the most pressure on them to win Game 1? The overwhelming response may be that the Celtics have the most pressure (and in Game 2 for that matter). And it'd be hard to disagree with that logic. After all, the Celtics are just 2-7 on the road in the playoffs, while the Lakers are unbeaten at home. One could point out that the Celtics have won 2 ...
ESPN Actually Does Something Cool With Its Celtics-Lakers Coverage
sportingnews.com 6/4/2008 — In an age of the Who's Now? , "gasbags on parade" SportsCenter , it's not often that ESPN actually does something I genuinely enjoy. But ESPN's re-airing of game six of the 1987 NBA Finals between the Lakers and Celtics was some of the best ...
Celtics Ride Strong Second Half Defense to 98-88 Game One Victory
20secondtimeout.blogspot.com 6/6/2008 — In the heavyweight match of the Celtics' league-leading defense versus the Lakers' high-powered offense, score round one for the defense; the Celtics held the Lakers to 37 second half points, survived an injury scare involving Paul Pierce and emerged with a 98-88 victory.
Game One Thoughts
forumblueandgold.com 6/6/2008 — Credit to the Celtics, they did what they wanted to do — they controlled the paint on defense, kept Kobe from penetrating, played physical and controlled the glass. I think the good news for Lakers fans is that Boston did all that and it was still a ...
Celtics Fight Off Laker Comeback, Lead Series 2-0
soxanddawgs.com 6/9/2008 — The Boston Celtics were able to hold off the Los Angeles Lakers furious comeback in Game Two of the NBA Finals 108-102 at the TD BankNorth Garden on Sunday night. A few things from the game really stood out. The Celtics defense that was so good through three quarters disappeared down the stretch as the Lakers climbed back into the game. That was the bad, the good was the play of Rajon Rondo ...
Celtics Build 24 Point Lead, Survive Huge Lakers Rally to Win Game Two, 108-102
20secondtimeout.blogspot.com 6/9/2008 — The Boston Celtics led the L.A. Lakers 95-71 with 7:55 left in the fourth quarter but the Lakers pulled to within 104-102 before the Celtics escaped with a 108-102 win. Paul Pierce, showing no ill effects from his game one knee injury, led the Celtics with 28 points on 9-16 shooting from the field. He also had eight assists and four rebounds.
Boston Survives LA’s 4th Quarter Rally, Up 2-0
mvn.com 6/9/2008 — The Boston Celtics hung on to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 108-102 in Game 2 in Boston. After being down by 24 points with 7:30 left in the game, the Lakers got charged up and crept to within 2 points with 1 minute left in the game. This kind of thing happened in Game 5 against Detroit, and again, the Celtics survived.
Lakers Missed Opportunities for 4th Quarter Comeback
coachingbetterbball.blogspot.com 6/9/2008 — That was such a weird game. If you watched the first quarter, you would've thought the Lakers would take it. The 2nd and 3rd quarters were clearly dominated by the Celtics building up that 22 point lead. In the 4th quarter, the Celtics played as ...
Celtics Fend Off Lakers in the 4th; Lead Series 2-0
sportsofboston.com 6/9/2008 — The game seemed to be just about over when the Celtics were up by 22 points late in the second half, but the problem was that they were playing Kobe Bryant and the L.A. Lakers who have played quite a few late-game upsets recently. However, the ...
Lakers-Celtics Game 2 Recap
ballerblogger.com 6/9/2008 — For the Celtics to steal a game in LA or close the series out on the Lakers homecourt, they’ll need to carry their defensive intensity and offensive execution to the West Coast but with the knowledge that they won’t enjoy the homecourt officiating they received in game 2.
Celtics Build 24 Point Lead, Survive Huge Lakers Rally to Win Game Two, 108-102
bizofbasketball.com 6/9/2008 — The Boston Celtics led the L.A. Lakers 95-71 with 7:55 left in the fourth quarter but the Lakers pulled to within 104-102 before the Celtics escaped with a 108-102 win. Paul Pierce, showing no ill effects from his game one knee injury, led the Celtics with 28 points on 9-16 shooting from the field. He also had eight assists and four rebounds. Leon Powe came off of the bench to contribute a ...
Boston Celtics Take Game 1 in the NBA FinalsLAKERS4LIFE
Coming into the NBA finals I thought the Lakers were the better team and on their way to their 4th title of the decade beating the hated Celtics in 4 or 5 games, but after seeing the Boston Celtics manhandle the Lakers in the fourth quarter on Thursday night in Boston I am starting to think that winning the series isn't going to be as easy as I had predicted. Even though Celtics took game ...
Lakers-Celtics PointersSports Handicapping
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics will both be trying to pick up a win on Thursday night when they battle at TD Banknorth Garden in the opening game of the NBA Finals. NewBodog oddsmakers currently have the Celtics listed as 3-point favorites versus the Lakers, while the game's total has not yet been posted. Kobe Bryant dropped a game-high 39 points as the Lakers defeated ...
TLN’s Finals Report: Lakers vs. Celtics [Game 3]The Lakers Nation
In a must win Game 3, what did the Lakers turn to? Defense. The Lakers played one of their best defensive performances of the season. They held the Celtics to under 35% shooting for the game, including 8-35 shooting from the Pierce/Garnett duo. The Lakers forced 13 turnovers and didn’t foul nearly as much as game two. Now, the Laker Nation can breathe again — at least until ...
Pierce, KG Struggle as Lakers Take Game 3LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog
Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett both struggled in this game and the Lakers were much more aggressive, but the Celtics still hung around all game. The first quarter was one of runs. The Lakers jumped out to a 9-2 lead before the Celtics cut it to 2 with 5:42 left in the first. The Lakers then ran off 6 straight points to make it 15-7. The Celtics then tied the game at 18 with 1:14 to go in ...
NBA Finals Game 2 Recap/ Game 3 PreviewMac Gs World
Aside from the highly questionable officiating, the Lakers have been out played in almost every facet of the game so far in the 2008 NBA finals and deserve to be in a 2-0 hole. The Lakers defense is non existent and the Celtics are attacking the rim at will. The Celtics maligned bench is crushing the highly regarded Lakers bench. The Celtics half court offense runs through Paul Pierce and he ...
The Celtics Are Who We Thought They WereSome People's Kids
The NBA finals are two games in and so far its been as one sided as it can get. Put aside the 4th quarter comeback in Game 2, because that game was a complete blowout until then. If anything, that comeback was good for the Celtics, a strong reminder that they can't get complacent when the get a lead against this Lakers team. Tonight Game 3 shifts to Los Angeles where the Lakers will no ...
What are the Lakers’ Chances?The Free Throw Line
If you watched the end of Game 2, you saw how the Lakers can turn it on and score in bunches. Many have pointed to that run and said the Lakers are coming out of the first two games with some momentum and the Celtics have some concerns. To me that is a ridiculous assessment. [...]
Celtics-Lakers PreviewSports Handicapping
The Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers will both be trying to pick up a win on Tuesday night when they battle at STAPLES Center in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. NewBodog oddsmakers currently have the Lakers listed as 9-point favorites versus the Celtics, while the game's total has not yet been posted. The Celtics defeated the Lakers 108-102 as a 1-point underdog on Sunday night to ...
Let ‘em playWith Malice - An LA Lakers blog, news and opinions
Sheesh… ‘Tis with a growing sense of frustration that I sat through game 2 of the NBA Finals. The LA Lakers - despite a late 4th run at the Celtics - lost game 2 to Boston, with an end-game score of 108-102. And honestly? I don’t think the Lakers were playing anywhere near well enough to deserve to win the game… but one stat stands out like the proverbial ...
Despite Lakers 4th Quarter Comeback, Celtics Prevail to go up 2-0 in the FinalsLAKERS4LIFE
In the most exciting game of the NBA finals so far (mainly because of the Lakers 4th quarter comeback), game 2 showcased everything one would want in a competitive basketball game except for fair officiating. I don't know if this is just a bias opinion coming from this Lakers fan, but didn't anyone else think the refs were calling everything in game 2 for the Boston Celtics? It was as if ...
Lakers-Celtics Game 2 RecapHoffman's blog listings.
The Boston Celtics took a 2-0 lead over the Los Angeles Lakers last night by holding off the Lakers late and escaping with a 108-102 victory at home. The storyline after game 1 was the Celtics advantage on the glass (46-33). The storyline after game 2 is the Celtics advantage at the free throw line. Boston shot 38 free throws in game 2. LA shot 10. Credit Boston’s offense for ...
Game 2 overnight slightly lower than Game 1.Sports Media Watch
With the Boston Celtics up 24 in the fourth quarter, it is no surprise ratings for Game 2 of the NBA Finals dipped from Game 1. The Celtics' 108-102 victory over the Lakers drew a 10.2 overnight rating on Sunday night, up 48% from a 6.9 for Cavaliers/Spurs last year, but down 17% from a 12.2 overnight for Pistons/Lakers Game 2 in 2004, the last time the Lakers were in the NBA Finals. The Lakers
Comments From the Other Side - Lakers Game 2LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog
Here are comments from around the Lakers boards during their Game 2 with the Celtics. Much of the conversation from beginning to end centered on the refs. While there was a discrepancy in the number of free throws, and they do have some legit complaints on bad calls, the Celtics out played the Lakers for most of the game. I do expect after all their whining about the officiating that they ...
The Basketball DiariesFoul Balls
Boston Celtics 108 Los Angeles Lakers 102 (Celtics lead series 2-0) With about eight minutes left in this game, the Celtics had a 24-point lead, and everybody thought it was over. The fans in Boston, the announcers, the folks at home, even the Celtics. Everybody but the Lakers. After the Celtics decided to stop playing defense of any kind, or even trying to run plays, the Lakers got to
Crucifido’s Corner: Lakers vs. Celtics (The Finals Game 2 6/8/08)Lakers Forum and News
Game 2 – No Better This game started like Game 1, with the Lakers having good ball movement and a spring in their step off the ball. That more crisp movement had the Celtics scrambling to keep up with everyone off of screens and moving through the key. When the Lakers began to get the Cetics in more of a backpedaling mode on defense, they had a much easier time with any shot that came their ...
Lakers-Celtics Vegas Betting OddsSports Handicapping
The fans at TD Banknorth Garden will be treated to Game 2 of the NBA Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics when they take their seats on Sunday. NewBodog oddsmakers currently have the Lakers listed as 1½-point favorites versus the Celtics, while the game's total has not yet been posted. The Celtics took Game 1 with a 98-88 win over the Lakers on Thursday, and ...
Lakers look to tie seriesLakers Library
Kobe Bryant admitted he was off his game on Thursday stating that he “missed some bunnies,” referring to the vast array of easy shots he was presented with but missed. The Lakers played an efficient game but the Celtics won off their crowd’s enthusiasm. The Lakers and Celtics were both fighting for a lead for the majority of Game 1 until the Celtics fed-off the crowd’s eruption when Paul ...
Crazy rebound slam by Kevin Garnett [Video]Hail Mary Jane
During game 1 of the Finals last night between the Lakers and the Celtics, Kevin Garnett had a strong start but towards the end of the game, his shot was off and he kept missing. This helped him though. Very high percentage shot. That helped KG get back on track and it also sent a message. Can’t wait for game 2. Tags: kevin garnett , lakers , celtics
NBA: Celtics nab game oneTeeoff Sports
Look out now…we may have a series on our hands. The Boston Celtics, led by Paul Pierce, beat the Lakers 98-88 in game one of the NBA Finals. Pierce hurt his knee early in the game and wouldn’t quit, helping to boost his teammates to victory. Pierce scored 22 points in the win and showed all [...]
1 Down, still 4 to goWith Malice - An LA Lakers blog, news and opinions
Game 1 down, with the Celtics winning out 98-88. Rob’s happy, very happy… and most Celtics fans will no doubt be feeling rather vindicated over this victory. But you know what? I cannot bring myself to be disappointed. The Lakers played like crap, and yet they only just lost. Kobe did not play at all like Kobe… and in reality the game was much, much closer than the 10 ...
Celtics win battle of benches in Game 1 (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Their reserves have been a strength in the postseason, and were expected to give the Los Angeles Lakers an advantage against the Boston Celtics in the NBA finals. Instead, Phil Jackson somewhat ignored them in the opener. The Celtics' reserves ...
TV ratings up for NBA finals Game 1 (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
The Lakers-Celtics matchup gave the NBA finals' television ratings a big boost. Game 1 on Thursday averaged an 8.7 rating on ABC, the network said Friday. That's up 38 percent from the 6.3 during last year's Cavaliers-Spurs series. It's the highest ...
No Offense, But Lakers Blame ThemselvesNBA.com: News
If you choose to believe Kobe Bryant, the reason he missed 17 of the 26 shots he attempted in the Lakers' 98-88 Game 1 Finals loss wasn't the Celtics' all-league defense designed to stop him, but rather it was just a matter of the way the cookie crumbled.
Lakers Notebook: Game 1NBA.com: News
It's a simple matter; the team that wins the rebound game usually wins the game. The Celtics constantly crashed the boards resulting in a 46-33 advantage. The stat sheet reads that the Lakers were out rebounded on the offensive glass 10-7, yet it ...
Pierce’s Heroic Return Steers Celtics to Game 1 WinNBA.com: News
Paul Pierce, who used to sneak into Lakers games as a youngster, came bounding out of the tunnel from the locker room after leaving with an injured knee and led the Celtics to a tense 98-88 victory over Los Angeles on Thursday night in Game 1 of these tra
Pierce's return lifts Celtics by Lakers (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Big moments have defined the Lakers-Celtics blood feud, and in their first get together in 21 years, a kid from Los Angeles gave Boston one to remember. Paul Pierce, who used to sneak into Lakers games as a youngster, came bounding out of the ...
Pierce leads Celtics to 98-88 win in Game 1The Seattle Times: Sports
Big moments have defined the Lakers-Celtics blood feud, and in their first get together in 21 years, a kid from Los Angeles gave Boston...
LIVE: Lakers, Celtics in Game 1 of NBA FinalsFOXSports.com News for NBA
It's Lakers-Celtics, Part XI. It's the fifth NBA Finals for Kobe. But it's uncharted territory for Boston's Big 3. Follow Game 1 LIVE.
McNeal: Lakers show physical side in Game 3 win over CelticsLatest Sporting News Articles for NBA
The Lakers showed they could win ugly and cut the Celtics' Finals lead to 2-1. But Kobe Bryant needs a lot more help from his teammates.
Bryant Leads Lakers to Game 3 WinNBA.com: News
Kobe Bryant was close to MVP form on Tuesday, scoring 36 points on an assortment of spins, drives and jumpers and reserve Sasha Vujacic added 20 points as the Lakers beat the Boston Celtics 87-81 in Game 3.
PHOTOS: Celtics-Lakers, Game 3FOXSports.com News for NBA
On the verge of falling into a 3-0 hole, Kobe helped create a critical victory for the Lakers. Check out all the best action from Game 3.
LIVE: Celtics, Lakers playing Game 3FOXSports.com News for NBA
Lamar Odom and the Lakers are down 2-0 in the NBA Finals but have a chance to turn things around in L.A. Follow Game 3 LIVE.
History is Not on Lakers' Side as They Enter Game 3NBA.com: News
In the BOSTON HERALD, Steve Conroy writes "history is not exactly on the side of the Los Angeles Lakers. During the NBA Finals, teams have bolted to a 2-0 series lead 30 times and gone on to win the championship 27 times. Only the 1969 Celtics against ...
Lakers face must-win situation in Game 3 against CelticsLatest Sporting News Articles for NBA
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Home better be sweet for the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the NBA finals or t...
Ratings up for Game 2 of Lakers-Celtics finalsFOXSports.com News for NBA
Television ratings for the NBA finals are up big from last season but falling short of the last time the Lakers were involved. Game 2 on Sunday drew an 8.5 fast national rating on ABC, the network said Monday. That's an increase of 52 percent from ...
Fagan: Rondo's improvement is evident in Celtics' Game 2 winLatest Sporting News Articles for NBA
Rajon Rondo entered the NBA with tons of athleticism and a tremendous need for refinement. In the Celtics' Game 2 win over the Lakers, Rondo played like the star he could become.
Lakers-Celtics photosFOXSports.com News for NBA
The Celtics took control of the NBA Finals with a Game 1 win. Can the Lakers even the series? See how Game 2 goes down.
LIVE: Can Lakers even Finals?FOXSports.com News for NBA
Kobe and the Lakers struggled in their Game 1 loss to the Celtics. Can they rebound and even the Finals? Follow Game 2 LIVE.
Kobe, Lakers must take fight to Celtics in Game 2FOXSports.com News for NBA
If the Lakers are going to win Game 2, they better show a little more fight, says Charley Rosen. And yeah, he's looking at you Lamar.
Celtics 'D' stifles Bryant, Lakers again (AP)Yahoo! Sports - NBA News
Coach Doc Rivers vowed he wouldn't change the way the Celtics did anything on defense in the NBA finals. And why should he? Boston's defense was too good for Los Angeles in the regular season, and it still is so far now. The Celtics shook off a poor ...