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- Paul Pierce criticizes the Lakers for celebrating an In-Season Tournament win with a banner.
- The Boston Celtics claim their 18th championship, surpassing the Lakers in NBA titles.
- Lamar Odom expresses discomfort at seeing Pierce happy about the Celtics’ victory.
Celtics Triumph and Lakers’ In-Season Celebration Sparks Debate
The Boston Celtics have edged ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers by securing their 18th NBA championship, igniting a response from the Lakers’ camp.
During the Celtics’ victory parade, NBA legend Paul Pierce took a shot at the Lakers for hanging a banner to commemorate their In-Season Tournament victory, suggesting the Celtics would not do the same. Pierce’s comments highlight the ongoing rivalry between the two storied franchises and the debate over the significance of the new NBA Cup. Despite the Lakers being the first to win the In-Season Tournament, the weight of this achievement compared to a championship remains uncertain.
Meanwhile, former Lakers player Lamar Odom, who has faced off against Pierce in the past, candidly shared his unease at seeing Pierce celebrate the Celtics’ potential 18th title win. As the NBA landscape continues to evolve with new competitions like the In-Season Tournament, the Celtics’ latest championship win puts pressure on the Lakers and other teams to step up their game and prevent Boston from further extending their lead in NBA titles.
