No class

[Supergirl]

Celtics actually lightened up their effort in the fourth - a couple Lakers went in and were successful at making some easy layups, and they hit a couple dead on 3's. But they also continued what they've done all playoffs - made gross defensive error after gross defensive error - leaving Allen wide open for 3 pters? Allowing Rondo to slip in for layup after layup? - and so they never cut into the Celtics' lead.

I agree, Pierce should have waited to dump the Gatorade, though. My first thought was - hey, that's all over the court!

[J.T.]

The only thing that was no class was celebrating with 4-5 minutes to go. That was ridiculous, at least ing wait until the damn thing is over before you spill Gatorade all over the court.

When you are up by 30 with 5 minutes left, you may as well start the celebration. Lakerfan is bitter that Boston and their crowd broke your back.

[bigdog]

There's nothing unclassy about the way the Celtics performed last night. If you're gonna talk about running up the score, then you're talking about the entire 2nd half, because the Lakers just gave up and looked pathetic out there. What are the Celtics supposed to do, run out the clock on every single possession in the 2nd half? I don't think so.

As far as the celebrating goes, the only thing that could have waited was the gatorade shower that Pierce gave Doc. He could have waited will there was, I don't know, maybe 50 seconds left in the game, but overall, I'm happy for the Celtics, especially Paul Pierce. He's been one of my favorite players in the NBA, and he hasn't complained about the team sucking the past few years (like Kobe did this past offseason), he always gave it all for the C's, and now he's a champion. Way to go Pierce.

[SpurOutofTownFan]

The only thing that was no class was celebrating with 4-5 minutes to go. That was ridiculous, at least ing wait until the damn thing is over before you spill Gatorade all over the court.

I agree.. that was classless but vujavic was classless as well when he shot that 3 and nobody is saying anything - including you.

[peskypesky]

I feel the Celtics showed no class the way they ended the game. They ran up the score an they was throwing oops and hard fouls. Then poured drinkall on the coach like football. I fully understand they won their frist ring an all, but they shouldve showed some kinda respect. But I think it all starts with the coach.

[T Park]

WAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.

[spurs_fan_in_exile]

Fast forward to about 35 seconds in. Kobe flat out GRABS Brent Barry and they don't call . What do the refs have against Bones? Such bul .

[angel_luv]

I feel the Celtics showed no class the way they ended the game. They ran up the score an they was throwing oops and hard fouls. Then poured drinkall on the coach like football. I fully understand they won their frist ring an all, but they shouldve showed some kinda respect. But I think it all starts with the coach.

I am all for a team scoring as long as the clock is running. If the opposing team doesn't want to be scored on, they should play defense and make their own baskets.


This isn't little league after all.

I have to say that because I exalt like nobody's business when the Spurs beat teams.

Since I want the Spurs to dish it out, I have to be willing to take it.

Besides, were it not for two very good friends of mine that are devoted laker fans, I would have thoroughly enjoyed Kobe and company being stomped on- even if it was by Ray Allen, Smeagol, and Garnett.

[WildcardManu]

Thanks for embarrassing the Western Conference L.A.

[angel_luv]

Thanks for embarrassing the Western Conference L.A.

We claim them?

[Sense]

I feel the Celtics showed no class the way they ended the game. They ran up the score an they was throwing oops and hard fouls. Then poured drinkall on the coach like football. I fully understand they won their frist ring an all, but they shouldve showed some kinda respect. But I think it all starts with the coach.

this is a rivalry.... one of the biggest in the sport..
that.. RAPE THEM.

[spursfan09]

The only thing that was no class was celebrating with 4-5 minutes to go. That was ridiculous, at least ing wait until the damn thing is over before you spill Gatorade all over the court.

I agree there. Their early celebration was kind of premature. Also that gatorade stunt was a bad idea, because the game was still being played, what if someone slipped? Other than that, they were just celebrating and coudn't contain themselves. Do not blame. it was still not as unclassy as that other Laker who hit the 3 when time expired against the Spurs.

[The Franchise]

running up the score is ok when the other team gives up.

they deserve to lose by 50 points

[ducks]

boston could have ran up the score they did not
props for the class boston showed at the end
they could have beaten them by 50

[greens]

I agree. But for me, the showing of no class is right after Celtics won. I didn't see one Celtic player go up and offer to shake hands with the Lakers. I saw Kobe walking around to the Celtics in order to congratulate them, but not the other way around. KG/PP/RA showed no class at all, especially.

When I was watching the Lakers/Spurs Game 5, right when the buzzer went off, I saw Kobe come over to give a hug to Tim, then Tony, then Bruce, then Manu. And all the players were doing so. No one was jumping up and down.

I understand the Celtics are all super excited about winning the championship. But part of winning is shaking hands with the people you just beat.

I don't like Kobe, but at least he's a basketball player in every sense of the world(except passing the ball sometimes). Whether he wins or loses, he shows respect towards his opponents.

[The Franchise]

I agree. But for me, the showing of no class is right after Celtics won. I didn't see one Celtic player go up and offer to shake hands with the Lakers. I saw Kobe walking around to the Celtics in order to congratulate them, but not the other way around. KG/PP/RA showed no class at all, especially.

When I was watching the Lakers/Spurs Game 5, right when the buzzer went off, I saw Kobe come over to give a hug to Tim, then Tony, then Bruce, then Manu. And all the players were doing so. No one was jumping up and down.

I understand the Celtics are all super excited about winning the championship. But part of winning is shaking hands with the people you just beat.

I don't like Kobe, but at least he's a basketball player in every sense of the world(except passing the ball sometimes). Whether he wins or loses, he shows respect towards his opponents.

If I don't like you I would prefer being classless rather than fake (shaking your hand knowing it was only to be PC). Do you think Kobe really wanted to shake their hands out of respect???

[greens]

Well, from what I can see, it seems that Kobe always shakes the hands of the opponents, whether he wins or loses.

And I'm sure a TON of players can't stand each other in the league. So all the Celtic players can't stand the Lakers?

And believe me, I'm NOT a fan of Kobe Bryant. I actually don't like him. But I can see that he wins and loses with respect, either way.

[Manu_Ginobili]

I feel the Celtics showed no class the way they ended the game. They ran up the score an they was throwing oops and hard fouls. Then poured drinkall on the coach like football. I fully understand they won their frist ring an all, but they shouldve showed some kinda respect. But I think it all starts with the coach.

This IS bull ! The only player with NO CLASS was Sasha V. who shot a 3-ptr against us in the last sec in Game 5. The Celtics wanted to make a strong statement against the League next year - they are poised to repeat...

GO SPURS!!!

[pickle girl]

, I'd say score 200 if your opponent can't stop you...

I agree people like Mike Taylor complain about running up the score Also. he sounds like a tree hugging soccer mom.

you s that like a short kid who can't get on a ride at sea world sound like a bunch of little girls who's parents couldn't get Hanna Montana tickets.

I guess Tiger Woods should just miss a few puts on purpose so the others can catch up. It's the fair thing to do?

When you gay lords are done trying to save the spotted owl....


grow some balls, and act like real men you salad tossing s!!

[SenorSpur]

I feel the Celtics showed no class the way they ended the game. They ran up the score an they was throwing oops and hard fouls. Then poured drinkall on the coach like football. I fully understand they won their frist ring an all, but they shouldve showed some kinda respect. But I think it all starts with the coach.

What the are they supposed to do? Milk the clock on every possession? Is it the Celtics fault the Fakers kept on trying to score? If it the Celtics fault that the Fakers just quit?

C'mon man. Don't hate on Boston because they played lockdown defense from wire-to-wire. Something the Fakers were unable to do. Besides, Doc did empty the bench midway through the 4th. So why get mad at him?

If you want to be upset, you should take issue with Kobe and his teammates for quitting after halftime. After all, this aint the first time the Kobe has quit on his team midway through a playoff game. As far as I'm concerned, they got what they deserved.

[Extra Stout]

In light of Game 2, this whole thread is stupid.

[jbspurs]

I agree. But for me, the showing of no class is right after Celtics won. I didn't see one Celtic player go up and offer to shake hands with the Lakers. I saw Kobe walking around to the Celtics in order to congratulate them, but not the other way around. KG/PP/RA showed no class at all, especially.

When I was watching the Lakers/Spurs Game 5, right when the buzzer went off, I saw Kobe come over to give a hug to Tim, then Tony, then Bruce, then Manu. And all the players were doing so. No one was jumping up and down.I understand the Celtics are all super excited about winning the championship. But part of winning is shaking hands with the people you just beat.

I don't like Kobe, but at least he's a basketball player in every sense of the world(except passing the ball sometimes). Whether he wins or loses, he shows respect towards his opponents.

NBA le > Western Conference le. Celtics acted like what most normal people do.

[Avitus1]

Play to win or dont play at all. The Lakers got what they deserved.

[m33p0]

I agree. But for me, the showing of no class is right after Celtics won. I didn't see one Celtic player go up and offer to shake hands with the Lakers. I saw Kobe walking around to the Celtics in order to congratulate them, but not the other way around. KG/PP/RA showed no class at all, especially.

When I was watching the Lakers/Spurs Game 5, right when the buzzer went off, I saw Kobe come over to give a hug to Tim, then Tony, then Bruce, then Manu. And all the players were doing so. No one was jumping up and down.

I understand the Celtics are all super excited about winning the championship. But part of winning is shaking hands with the people you just beat.

I don't like Kobe, but at least he's a basketball player in every sense of the world(except passing the ball sometimes). Whether he wins or loses, he shows respect towards his opponents.

"Gracious in victory, magnanimous in defeat."
at least kobe got that part right.

[csaenz]

Okay, okay. Yes, I'm the same guy that started a "Rivers is classless" thread at the beginning of the playoffs (after Game 7 of the Atlanta series) for these same reasons. But I changed my mind. So what? I still think class is an important factor when talking about teams, especially in light of current controversies in the league. Most commentators feel the same way. How many times did you hear Allen's "good guy" image discussed in the Finals? And is anybody else incredibly bored of those NBA Cares promos that somehow disappeared last week? Anyway, Rivers upset me in the first round more from my attempt to draw up some hatred against what I assumed would be our compe ion in the Finals than from any real coaching decisions. Actually, the way he handled himself throughout the Finals -- not crying about officiating, always deferring praise back to the team, and displaying surprising emotion when discussing the loss of his father -- seemed to me the epitome of class. He's a nice guy, a good coach, and even if he wasn't any of those, it was still great to see the Lakers lose by so much.