"Kobe can't do it without Shaq", That statement can now be put to rest as Kobe Bryant and the Lakers proved everyone that doubted him, wrong. Kobe led a Laker team that was embarrassed and out played by the Boston Celtics in last year's NBA Finals, to their 4th NBA Championship in 9 years. The Trophy was also Phil Jackson's 4th as Lakers head coach, and 10th overall. Giving him the most NBA titles as a coach, surpassing the record (9) he previously shared with Boston's Red Auerbach.
The lop sided series ended in only 5 games, as Kobe Bryant took home MVP Honors to add to his already crowded trophy case. Although it was Kobe's 4th Championship, it was the first time he had won the Finals MVP, as former teammate and Laker Center Shaquille O'Neal had won it all 3 previous years. Kobe can now brag about winning it all without the big man, and I think it's safe to say he's got the monkey off his back. The Lakers have had the record of All-Time Finals appearances (30), but now inch closer to the All-Time Championship mark that is held by the Boston Celtics (17 NBA Tittles), after winning their 15th.
& Although it's time to celebrate the victory of the hard fought battle, it's also time to sit back and watch whether or not the Lakers resign or let go a few key pieces to their Championship puzzle, as Lamar Odom and Trevor Ariza are now Free Agents. Only time will tell...
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