If the Celtics play like this today for the rest of the year, they will win the championship. Just imagine when the Celtics get back all their players from injuries. They will be even stronger. The Celtics came through big time today. This was the game they wanted to win on this road trip, and they won it big time. What a great 2nd half, and particularly the 4th quarter. Kevin Garnett completely outplayed Mister Softee Pau Gasol. Ray Allen and Paul Pierce made major contributions to the team victory. They also played great defense. Joe Crawfraud managed to make at least 2 bad calls, that allowed the Lakers to come back. But that is why Joe Crawfraud is there to do. He is a David Stern stooge. He ought to retire and stay home and drink beer. Wasn't it great that Bryant scored 41 points and lost. How did you like the way Bryant threw his shoulders into Pierce twice in 1 play and Pierce got called for the foul. How did you like the flying elbow Bryant threw at Ray Allen and it wasn't called. I am very pleased with this Celtic victory today. Get ready in a few weeks for game 2 against the Lakers.