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Celtics vs Lakers!

By Bryan ⋅ May 30, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment

Now that my Phoenix Suns got Kobe’d, the stage is all set for an epic Boston Celtics vs LA Lakers Finals, a rematch of the 2008 Finals which the Celtics won.

If you need a primer or a refresher on the history between these two franchises’ storied rivalry, check out my Rivalry Week article on them for The Philippine Online Chronicles’ Sportacular section.

The Triangle Offensive: Episode 7

By Bryan ⋅ July 28, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

We talk about UP’s upset of Ateneo! Power rankings/discussions on all the other teams as well. PLUS some comments on the latest in NBA free agency.

The Triangle Offensive: Episode 6

By Bryan ⋅ July 15, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

UAAP UAAP UAAP. That’s all you need to know.

Okay, there’s power rankings, an assessment of opening weekend performances, and predictions for next week. Also, NBA analysis of all the major trades and signings.

The Triangle Offensive: Episode 5

By Bryan ⋅ July 1, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

The Lakers are World Champions! Trades have redefined the NBA landscape! Draft picks have been made that may change the outlook of a lot of teams! And…UAAP madness! It’s the return of the Triangle Offensive!

NBA Finals Wrap-up

By Bryan ⋅ June 16, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

NBA Finals:
Game 3: Los Angeles 104 - Orlando 108
Game 4: Los Angeles 99 - Orlando 91 OT
Game 5: Los Angeles 99 - Orlando 86
Los Angeles wins series 4-1

In Game 3, the Orlando Magic shot a blistering 63% from the field on their way to a win over the LA Lakers. Unfortunately for them, it would [...]

NBA Finals Post + Podcast

By Bryan ⋅ June 8, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

NBA Finals:
After a great playoffs, the long-awaited Finals are now here!
Game 1: Orlando 75 - Los Angeles 100
Game 2: Orlando 96 - Los Angeles 101 OT
The Los Angeles Lakers are now halfway through their quest for another title with a close win over the underdog Orlando Magic today, following a beatdown in their Finals opener.
Kobe [...]

NBA Playoffs: Magic Time! Orlando Advances + Finals Preview

By Bryan ⋅ May 31, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

The much-hyped Kobe-LeBron finals will have to wait. This year, Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic will be the ones to match up against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers in the NBA Finals. Read on for a quick recap, and our NBA Finals Preview.

NBA Playoffs: Lakers Advance to Finals

By Bryan ⋅ May 30, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Western Conference:
Los Angeles 119 - Denver 92
Los Angeles wins series 4-2

For the second straight year, Kobe Bryant and the LA Lakers are heading into the NBA Finals. Bryant had 35 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists to power the Lakers to a rout over the Denver Nuggets. Pau Gasol added 20 points, 12 rebounds, and [...]

NBA Playoffs: LA Dominates Fourth Quarter, Goes Up 3-2

By Bryan ⋅ May 28, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Western Conference:
Denver 94 - Los Angeles 103
Los Angeles leads series 3-2

The Los Angeles Lakers dominated the fourth quarter in a tightly contested game to go up 3-2 in their series with the Denver Nuggets. And this time, Kobe Bryant didn’t have to score 40 points. Bryant finished with 22 points and 8 assists (although he [...]

NBA Playoffs: Billups and Smith Lead Denver To Series Tie

By Bryan ⋅ May 26, 2009 ⋅ Post a comment

Western Conference:
Los Angeles 101 - Denver 120
Series tied 2-2

Carmelo Anthony was still mired in a shooting slump, and he was ailing after injuring his ankle in the first half and dealing with a stomach virus, but the Denver Nuggets weren’t about to go away. Chauncey Billups took the lead for the Nuggets, who put 7 [...]