Monday, April 16, 2012

Kobe-less Lakers hold off Mavs in overtime 112-108

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/kobe-less-lakers-hold-off-223524759--nba.html;_ylt=AhQq5tRG4FxTnM3qNsRLoUe8vLYF

4/16/12

Summary:

Kobe always plays his hardest when it comes to Dallas considering they knocked him out of the playoffs last year, but he did not have to put any effort into this victory. Last night, the Lakers defeated the Mavs without Kobe and Bynum shined. Bynum had 23 points and 16 boards, while Gasol hit multiple 3's in overtime to help the Lakers win.

Significance:

The season is coming to a close and the Lakers have won their fourth straight game without their league leading scorer. This is a good sign for the Lakers not only for their spot in the playoffs, but because they are proving they can win without Kobe. If the Lakers are going into the playoffs winning without their best player then they are a legit contender for the title this year.

Alternate Heading: Lakers a legit contender?

question: Can the Lakers win the Finals?

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