Lakers seek revenge over Celtics

Kobe Bryant (picture) powers defending champions Los Angeles Lakers into an NBA Finals showdown against Boston Celtics, who seek a repeat of their 2008 title victory over the Lakers. The Celtics have beaten the Lakers in the finals nine times and lost...

Kobe Bryant (picture) powers defending champions Los Angeles Lakers into an NBA Finals showdown against Boston Celtics, who seek a repeat of their 2008 title victory over the Lakers. The Celtics have beaten the Lakers in the finals nine times and lost only twice, but the history that has made this the NBA's most legendary rivalry will not matter when the best-of-seven showdown starts today in LA. Bryant remains the spark for the Lakers, who have won 15 titles in club history, second only to the 17 captured by the Celtics.

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