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The Lakers blew a 24-point lead and just buckled to the Celtics, both defense and offense, in the second half. Boston goes up 3-1 and could end the NBA finals Sunday at Staples Center. Paul Pierce shuts down Kobe. Ray Allen plays the entire game.
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Celtics, wow
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