NBA – Boston Celtics defeat Los Angeles Lakers 109-96 (1/30/11)

Postgame Thoughts

1)     The Celtics were out for revenge. It was evident and if you were watching, you could see that with the way they played. Isn’t it weird that the two most dependable players on each team (Kobe Bryant, L.A. Lakers; Paul Pierce, Boston Celtics) disappeared in Game 7 but showed up this game? Coincidence? I think not.

2)     What if Kendrick Perkins didn’t get injured in Game 6? What if Ray Allen didn’t disappear after Game 2? What if Rasheed Wallace was never on the team? What if the referees were more consistent with calls? What if? What if? What if? So many “what if’s” about the outcome of the series HAD everything gone the C’s way. Celtics were up 3-2 going to L.A. They had a two chances to close it out. Still haunts me ‘til this day. Should really be chasing after Banner #19.

3)     Celtics got beat on the boards when Kendrick Perkins went down in the Finals. Good to see that the Celtics controlled the boards 43-30. How are these games decided by rebounds? Simple. When teams get rebounds, it denies second chance opportunities. And when you deny second chance opportunities, you deny extra points. That’s why the Celtics lost in the Finals.

4)     That huge band-aid on Kevin Garnett’s head was the greatest thing I have ever seen.

5)     Von Wafer played a total of two seconds. Must’ve been a terrible feeling. That’s what she said.

6)     34-10 assists edge to the Celtics. That’s ridiculous and speaks VOLUMES to what kind of team the Celtics are and what the Lakers are. Unselfishness. We all know Rajon Rondo is an assist machine, but when he ALONE has more assists than the whole Lakers COMBINED is just mind-boggling. There is no stopping Rondo when he plays his game like that. He knows where his team likes their spots and when to give it to them.

7)     Still weird seeing Shaquille O’Neal in green. It looks good on him, though.

8)     When Kobe goes into “Kob-ME” mode, you can’t help but think he’s a ball hog. I mean, how many times did he shoot the ball in the fourth quarter trying to get his team back into the game? When none of his teammates are involved, that spells trouble. This has a lot to do with why the Lakers had only 10 assists the whole game.  RUH-OH!

9)     Celtics shot 60.3% from the field. RI-DIC-U-LOUS.

10)  Can’t wait for part two on February 10! #beleedat

SAYONARA!