Celtics, 40-35 (5:49, 2nd quarter)
Kevin Garnett hit a pair of free throws, then nailed a tough jumper over Pau Gasol at the 6:03 mark to give the Celtics a 5-point lead.
Paul Pierce dove for a loose ball in the vicinity of the Lakers bench, landing at the feet of Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi in the effort.
Timeout, NBA.
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