After being denied a challenge to end the previous game vs. the 76ers, Thibs makes a point to signal to Courtney Kirkland (same ref) for the early challenge at the first opportunity.

Kobe hits and-one three pointer Hushes the Olympic Crowd

Patrick Beverley and Robert Covington trap Austin Reaves and force him to commit the turnover as the 76ers continue to steamroll the Lakers

Shaquille O'Neal says Kobe Bryant could've easily won Finals MVP every year but Phil Jackson's plan was to give him the first three quarters and leave the 4th for Kobe