I'm sticking to my original assessment. This series will be won in the low post. Like game one. Maintain position in the key and control the defensive board. Do not allow second shots. Create transition and spacing in the offense.
The 1st quarter of game one was telling. It was very psychical. While the refs "seemed' to call the game in favor of the Lakers, they were just trying to keep the game from getting out of hand. The Celts need to bang the boards, play good man to man defense, and run.
Threes are exciting, but playoff games are won by possession of the ball.
Force less than good shots and control the boards.
Celt's have to win tonight or be faced with sweeping the three games in Boston and winning one of two in L.A..