NBA Finals East vs. West Prediction

[Since 78]

Well, Jackson's typical bullshit got to the officials, and they gave a shit load of bullcrap calls to the Lakers to make sure they got back in the series. Typical.

After Game 2 I wouldn't be bringing up the official's

Congrats!! RBJ, But I am not at all happy with the way these guys are playin.

[RebornJrny]

Well, Jackson's typical bullshit got to the officials, and they gave a shit load of bullcrap calls to the Lakers to make sure they got back in the series. Typical.

After Game 2 I wouldn't be bringing up the official's

Congrats!! RBJ, But I am not at all happy with the way these guys are playin.

Thanks, 78. I know, it's not a good win. I give Celtics a lot of credit especially their interior defense it's really impressive. Lakers big men (Gasol and Odom) are not effective inside, that's why they always rely on Kobe. Lakers got lucky this time.

[Since 78]

Well, Jackson's typical bullshit got to the officials, and they gave a shit load of bullcrap calls to the Lakers to make sure they got back in the series. Typical.

After Game 2 I wouldn't be bringing up the official's

Congrats!! RBJ, But I am not at all happy with the way these guys are playin.

Thanks, 78. I know, it's not a good win. Celtics interior defense is really impressive. Lakers big men (Gasol and Odom) are not effective inside, that's why they always rely to Kobe. Lakers got lucky this time.

Yep and Kobe can't carry the team against these guys. Sasha had a good game though!

[RebornJrny]

Yep and Kobe can't carry the team against these guys. Sasha had a good game though!

I always love to see Sasha play, especially his defense. And he doesn't stop shooting even he's on slump. If Lakers will win the next game, they will have their confidence back.

[bru87tr]

Well, Jackson's typical bullshit got to the officials, and they gave a shit load of bullcrap calls to the Lakers to make sure they got back in the series. Typical.

I didnt think it was badly ref'd game. typical NBA game. they were at home and the calls were what they were suppose to be in LA.

pretty amazing with the way garnett and pierce shot we were in this game and could have stole it. if one of them gave half of what they do it would have been ours. I never expected to win this game.

I am not one to predict and look into the future, but after seeing the first 3 games I really believe the celtics are gonna take one in LA. the lakers are just overmatched on defense. its amazing we played so bad and were in it. not a good sign for LA.

ugly game and the lakers didnt look good either.

[Enigma869]

The Celtics have NOBODY to blame but themselves for losing that game! First and foremost, that was an UGLY game, on both sides! It's easily the worst game the Celtics have played in the playoffs (I think their FG percentage was in the 30% range, which is simply inexcusable). I didn't think the Lakers played that well either, but Kobe and Sasha were IMMENSE! The bottom line for me is that if I'm the Lakers, I'm VERY concerned. The reality is that the Celtics actually could have won that game, and they played as poorly as they're going to play. The Lakers better win all 3 games in L.A., if they want any shot, at all. They have ZERO chance of winning two games in Boston! For selfish reasons, I'd like to see the Celtics win it in Boston (if they're going to win it). The last two championships by the Red Sox were both won on the road, and it's simply nowhere near as much fun. Maybe "The Staples Center" can bring them some luck. Afterall, it is a Boston based company, so maybe there will be some good karma in that place tomorrow night!


John from Boston

[Liam]

The Celtics have NOBODY to blame but themselves for losing that game! First and foremost, that was an UGLY game, on both sides! It's easily the worst game the Celtics have played in the playoffs (I think their FG percentage was in the 30% range, which is simply inexcusable). I didn't think the Lakers played that well either, but Kobe and Sasha were IMMENSE! The bottom line for me is that if I'm the Lakers, I'm VERY concerned. The reality is that the Celtics actually could have won that game, and they played as poorly as they're going to play. The Lakers better win all 3 games in L.A., if they want any shot, at all. They have ZERO chance of winning two games in Boston! For selfish reasons, I'd like to see the Celtics win it in Boston (if they're going to win it). The last two championships by the Red Sox were both won on the road, and it's simply nowhere near as much fun. Maybe "The Staples Center" can bring them some luck. Afterall, it is a Boston based company, so maybe there will be some good karma in that place tomorrow night!


John from Boston

Alls I can say on this is.."You're right". I knew the Celts were going to lose that game before halftime. Would've been cool to see 'em win it in 4...but I'm still sticking with my Celts in 6 prediction.

[Michigan Girl]

Well, Jackson's typical bullshit got to the officials, and they gave a shit load of bullcrap calls to the Lakers to make sure they got back in the series. Typical.

After Game 2 I wouldn't be bringing up the official's

Congrats!! RBJ, But I am not at all happy with the way these guys are playin.

CONGRATS RBJ & 78...sadly I missed most of the game
and had to rely on highlights....WHEW, is all I've got to say!!!
These guys better be better for game 4.....the Celts want this
BAD!!!!

[Liam]

the Celts want this
BAD!!!!

And they'll GET it.

[Michigan Girl]

the Celts want this
BAD!!!!

And they'll GET it.

Well then KG better get over his fear of crossing the three point mark....I love KG,
but he needs to start doing his job which is DRIVING to the basket!!! Granted, I just
saw a small portion of the actual game....but this is not the first time it has happened in these
playoffs, he's better than that!!! JFB is absolutely correct, they have noone to blame but them-
selves. However, once he overcomes this fear, LA better shape up if
they plan on beating them!!!

[Enigma869]

Well then KG better get over his fear of crossing the three point mark....I love KG,
but he needs to start doing his job which is DRIVING to the basket!!! Granted, I just
saw a small portion of the actual game....but this is not the first time it has happened in these
playoffs, he's better than that!!! JFB is absolutely correct, they have noone to blame but them-
selves. However, once he overcomes this fear, LA better shape up if
they plan on beating them!!!

I agree with your premise of KG driving to the basket. I have been beyond frustrated watching Garnett take long-range jump shots, the entire playoffs! What the hell is this guy thinking???? Someone better tell him that he's 6'11" and that 6'11" guys don't have jump shots (unless your name was Kevin McHale). The guy needs to understand that when you're 6'11", your game MUST be played in the low post! He's the most dominant rebounder and defensive player of his generation, but these long-range shots simply have to stop!


John from Boston

[Michigan Girl]

Well then KG better get over his fear of crossing the three point mark....I love KG,
but he needs to start doing his job which is DRIVING to the basket!!! Granted, I just
saw a small portion of the actual game....but this is not the first time it has happened in these
playoffs, he's better than that!!! JFB is absolutely correct, they have noone to blame but them-
selves. However, once he overcomes this fear, LA better shape up if
they plan on beating them!!!

I agree with your premise of KG driving to the basket. I have been beyond frustrated watching Garnett take long-range jump shots, the entire playoffs! What the hell is this guy thinking???? Someone better tell him that he's 6'11" and that 6'11" guys don't have jump shots (unless your name was Kevin McHale). The guy needs to understand that when you're 6'11", your game MUST be played in the low post! He's the most dominant rebounder and defensive player of his generation, but these long-range shots simply have to stop!
John from Boston

[Michigan Girl]

GAME ON!!!!


ewwwww LA...S'UP with that????

[conversationpc]

I just tuned in to the game...35-14 Lakers.

[Michigan Girl]

I just tuned in to the game...35-14 Lakers.

That Great Celts defense has been completely BLOWN since tip off!!!


I should add that the LA offense came out ON FIRE!!!

ALSO...4:00 left in the 2nd and Kobe has -0- Field Goals!!! WOW for LA!!

[Since 78]

What A First Half!!!

[Michigan Girl]

What A First Half!!!

I think LA set some kind of scoring record for the 1st quarter...half... something!!!

[Since 78]

What A First Half!!!

I think LA set some kind of scoring record for the 1st quarter...half... something!!!

Yup!! 21 Points!! The record was twenty. But they need to keep it up.

[Michigan Girl]

WOW...Phil is awesome!!!
"The strength of the pack is the wolf and the strength of the wolf is the pack"

I wonder what took so long to drill this into Kobe's head????
But he got it!!!

[Since 78]

WOW...Phil is awesome!!!
"The strength of the pack is the wolf and the strength of the wolf is the pack"

I wonder what took so long to drill this into Kobe's head????

The Zen Master

[Michigan Girl]

whoa..Celts!!! Same thing LA did in game 2!!!

[Since 78]

Lakers - Celtics. Gotta Love It

[Michigan Girl]

UNFRIGGIN BELIEVABLE!!!! RAY ALLEN!! WHOA!!!

CONGRATS CELTS FANS, JFB...etc!!
Sorry 78 and RBJ...TOUGH LOSS!!!!

[RebornJrny]

UNFRIGGIN BELIEVABLE!!!! RAY ALLEN!! WHOA!!!

CONGRATS CELTS FANS, JFB...etc!!
Sorry 78 and RBJ...TOUGH LOSS!!!!

[Since 78]

That did not F#@KIN Happen!!!!! AHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Enigma869]

I am STUNNED that the Celtics won that game! A complete CHOKE job by the Lakers!


John from Boston

[Since 78]

I am STUNNED that the Celtics won that game! A complete CHOKE job by the Lakers!


John from Boston

I have to agree, I have never seen anything like that

[bru87tr]

all I have to say is..........


bahahahahahahahahahahaha, LAKERS!!!!!! lol.......


I almost went to bed at halftime. what a riot!!!! how the heck did that happen lakers ?

[MarcelJordan]

I am STUNNED that the Celtics won that game! A complete CHOKE job by the Lakers!


John from Boston

I have to agree, I have never seen anything like that

Yeah, but its a good kind of stunned!

Heroic performance from the Celts. Very proud of what they've achieved. But its not over yet. My motto "Not until the fat lady sings". Well that's just me.

I wonder what the L.A. papers would be printing after these amazing chain of events.

[MarcelJordan]

Check out this little article:

http://wbztv.com/sports/boston.celtics. ... 46590.html

They have learned what it takes to win on the road. It took them six tries, but they got it right. They have learned how to handle a hostile road crowd. They have learned what it takes to win crucial games and must-win games. Game Fives and Game Sevens. They have learned how to put away a team on the road and win a series.