The Boston Celtics routed the Los Angeles Lakers 131-92 in game 6 played in Boston Garden to win a record 17th National Basketball Association championship in the latest chapter in one of the league's most-storied rivalries.
It was one of the most dominating performances in NBA playoff history. After scoring 58 -35 at the halftime, Boston never look back, showing their true toughness until the end game. Boston led by as many as 43 points late in the game.
Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen, who were acquired in off-season trades, led the Celtics with 26 points each in front of a hometown crowd as Boston won the championship series, four games to two.
Boston's Paul Pierce was named the championship series' most valuable player.
Kobe Bryant, the NBA's most valuable player during the regular season, led the Lakers with 22 points.
The title was Boston's first since 1986.
Games Breakdown:
Game 1: Lakers 88 - Celtics 98
Game 2: Lakers 102 - Celtics 108
Game 3: Celtics 81 - Lakers 87
Game 4: Celtics 97 - Lakers 91
Gmae 5: Celtics 98 - Lakers 103
Game 6: Lakers 92 - Celtics 131
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