The first correct prediction

After rambling in several posts about how the game will go, I actually guessed, err predicted the outcome. I'm not expecting it to happen often so I will enjoy it when it does happen.
After a disappointing first half. It was a flashback to a few seasons back. Kobe came out ready to score. That is normally a bad way to start a game. At the half, 36% from the field and 27% from 3 and 66% from the free throw and only down by 4. Rebounds were equal as well as turnovers and steals. The Clippers were sharing the ball much better. I'm still wondering how the Lakers managed to keep the game close.

The 2nd half was much different. The Clippers stayed close through the third quarter only down by 4 going into the fourth. The turning point of the fourth quarter was at the 8 minute mark. The score was tied and the Lakers turned up the defense and held the Clippers scoreless for the next 7 minutes. Although the defense was impressive, this game was clearly won at the free throw line. The Lakers struggled shooting 39% from the field but remained aggressive going to the hoop. It was an ugly game but as Rick Fox said, "you have to win those ugly games".

Game Numbers:

30 more free throw attempts

10 more rebounds

12 steals and turnovers