Sunday, June 8, 2008

Was Celtic's Advantage Temporary or a Permanent Fix?

Boston displayed great one on one defense against Kobe, using Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, and James Posey quite effectively. They even displayed great defense aginst him as a unit. I still, don't think, however, Kobe was having his best of nights. In addition, he had not figured out how the Celtics were going to attack. Kobe now knows where the Celtics will try to stop him. He is a versatile player. He may end up dishing it off more often. He may end up scoring most of his points at the line. Bryant will make adjustments as well as Phil Jackson. I don't think the Celtics have completely shut him down. We must give him some credit as far as his savvy and ability to read defenders. Los Angeles was not shoooting the ball very well in the second half, when it really counted. Though many of their shots were contested, they had some descent opportunities. Derek Fisher is no match for Rondo, however. This guy is in the zone after playing against Chauncy Billups. This is still anyone's game. Homecourt is a factor. It's definitely going to a game six.

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