Kobe was...well...Kobe in this series. A W meant the world to him as you can now remove the
*can't win without Shaq from his titles.
Odom came to play this series and played a great supporting role.
Fish had an interesting series. Take out two 3 pt shots and he had a shocker. Include those shots and he was pivotal to the series win...basketball is a funny game at times.
Ariza showed enough x-factor to be rewarded with a solid contract for the next few years. His ability to create steals at crucial moments was inspirational. His second half in g4 helped turn the series to LA's favour.
The Machine went missing and needs to reflect over summer
Walton did OK with limited opportunities.
Farmar couldn't take the next big step on the big stage.
Bynum just couldn't stop fouling and had 0 impact.
But for me, the player of the finals was Pau Gasol. He hasn't quite dispelled the soft tag and did go missing with Odom in the one L, but his D on Howard with the 3/4 fronting was exceptional. Then when Bynum was on the floor he managed to totally shut down Lewis...such a versatile big man. Another solid line today...he is the help Bryant has needed since Shaq left town.
15th title win.
10 rings for Jackson
Lakers back to where they belong - the undisputed world champions.
So very, very, very happy...GO LAKERS!!!!