Game 6 was tremendously exciting and enjoyable to watch from the perspective of a self-described Kobe super fan. At no point during last night’s contest was I worried that the Lakers weren’t going to force a Game 7.
And it had nothing to do with Kobe solidifying his status as the frontrunner for the Finals MVP trophy (is anyone else even close? Who wins it for the Celtics? Rondo’s been handling the ball like a grenade and can’t make shot from the free throw line. Ray Allen just can’t make a shot).
No, it had everything to do with Los Angeles exploiting their home court advantage and soaking up the atmosphere within the comfy confines of the Staples Center. I’ve mentioned this before, but the home team in an NBA game has such a glaring advantage with thousands of fans cheering them on in such an intimate setting. Plus, I’m confident that a loud crowd can influence referees to make subconscious (or conscious) calls in favour of the home team.
I was nervous during every game played in Boston because of that fact. Also, with the Lakers depending on a head case like Ron Artest it’s good for him to play basking in the home crowd’s love as opposed to hearing derisive chants from Celtic fans.
Speaking of derisive chants, every time Lamar Odon went to the free throw line in Boston the crowd would serenade him with chants of “Ugly Sister!” because Odom happens to be married to the least attractive Kardashian sister. No wonder he sucked so bad in Game 5.
I was surprised that the crowd at the Staples Center was so loud and boisterous considering it’s made up of so many celebrities unable to make distinct facial expressions because they’re loaded up with so much botox. Even Jack Nicholson was getting into the act, yelling and gesticulating wildly at several points in the game. He looked like an old man trying to get some unruly teenagers to stay off his lawn, but the effort was there.
The biggest difference between Game 5 and Game 6 was the play of the Lakers supporting cast. After Kobe was forced to pretty much play 1 on 5 during the second half of Game 5, I’m sure he had some choice words for his teammates.
In fact, with Pau Gasol and Artest playing so well last night, it wouldn’t surprise me if Kobe threatened to kill their family pets if they didn’t get their act together last night. And that’s why Kobe’s the best player in the game. Trust me, he is not letting his team lose at home in Game 7. He will, uh, will the Lakers to victory.
Speaking of supporting casts, who the hell is Shannon Brown and how did he turn Game 6 into his own personal slam drunk contest? He was incredible last night and had more energy than anyone else on the floor. If LA can get more terrific contributions from its bench then Boston is in big trouble, especially considering the Celtics bench was outscored 24-0 after three quarters.
It’s great to see Boston’s subs playing so lousy led by the moronic Big Baby Davis. After his pathetic preening and prancing around one good game he has faded back into obscurity and shitty play just like I predicted. It looks good on him.
Start planning the parade now Laker fans.
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