Lakers, 15-12 (5:07, 1st quarter)
The Celtics found themselves down 15-8 early, but a jump shot by Kevin Garnett and a driving lay-up by Ray Allen forced Lakers coach Phil Jackson to call a timeout. The two buckets were huge, as the Celtics were in danger of going down big early at home. It’s crucial the Celtics don’t allow this game to get out of hand so they can keep the crowd in it.
The Lakers are killing the Celtics with 12 points in the paint so far. Pau Gasol is 3 of 3 for 6 points.
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