Lakers vs. Celtics 2010: Jackson, Rivers in Spotlight for 2010 NBA Finals

Call it tempting fate.

Call it a fatal attraction.

Despite a 2-9 series record against the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, the Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in a familiar predicament, matched against Boston in Game Seven—a situation where the Lakers are 0-4.

Consistency will meet intensity in the most anticipated NBA finals matchup of the 2000s. The best team, player and head coach of the 2000s (Lakers, Kobe Bryant and Phil Jackson) will be on display as Boston tries to prove that teamwork and defense wins championships while the Lakers battle history to enhance their legacy.  

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