The NBA trophy, Bill Russell and Kevin McHale were there along with all the elements to kick off a celebration – the hats, the champagne and the T-shirts. Even. Everything was there at Staples Center for the Boston Celtics tonight as they were to wrap up their 18th NBA championship. But, something went otherwise and the LA Lakers got a historic blowout win in the 2010 NBA Finals Game 6 on Tuesday night. The message was loud and clear, It is not over yet! Watching the game on DISH Network was a ecstatic experience. Say what guys?
Whoa! That was quite a game! Wasn’t it? The Lakers did it! They have shown that they have the ability to work under pressure and bring the team back to a commendable position after a 3-3 series. All eyes are now set on the last game 2010 NBA Finals Game 7 tomorrow at 9 PM on ABC on DISH Network.
After losing two straight games to the old foe Boston Celtics, the comeback seemed miraculous to many LA Lakers fans. Prior to game 6 some NBA fans thought that the Los Angeles Lakers are going to need a big Hollywood ending to escape this jam with another championship. And that was IT! A Hollywood ending!
Right after the game 5 Lakers coach Phil Jackson said – “It’s basically home court, home court. Now we’re going back to home court to win it. That’s the way it’s supposed to be, isn’t it?” and his boys just prove him right. Kobe Bryant scored 26 points, Paul Gasol scored 17 points and 13 rebounds and over all they restrict the Celtics win a victory of 89-67. Los Angeles has earned the right to host the 2010 NBA Finals.
Kobe Bryant is looking forward to his fifth title which is the same number as Magic Johnson, and just one behind Michael Jordan. “We’re used to being in must-win situations,” Bryant said. “The way we look at it, (Game 7) is just a game we’ve got to win. … I don’t mean to be a buzzkill. I know what’s at stake, but I’m not tripping.” Mark his words!
Watch out for the 2010 NBA Finals on June 17 at 9 PM Live on ABC on DISH Network. If you love Basketball, this is the place to be! If you can’t catch the game then make room for it in your DISH Network DVR. Haven’t got DISH Network yet?