Here’s my quick take on how the finals are likely to play out and the historical rammifications.

What I expect to happen.

Boston wins because:

-Derek Fisher can’t keep Rajon Rondo from penetrating and breaking down the Laker defense and the only Laker who might be able to is Kobe Bryant which will wear Kobe out. Also if they make this switch Ray Allen will murder the Lakers all by himself.

-Boston’s team defense is very good enough to weather Kobe’s attacks

-Boston has greater depth than Los Angeles and they’ve shown more will so far.

Historically this will mean that Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen cement their HOF resumes, all of these guys have had to carry teams in the past and richly deserve this win.

It will also be the end of the big three with Rajon Rondo emerging as the man for the Celtics, this after he was subject of trade rumors more than once since the 2008 title. Rondo has a chance to join the Walt Frazier and Gary Payton club of elite two way point guards.

Why I might be wrong.

Pau Gasol. If he can be the same Pau Gasol he’s been against everyone else against Boston’s great defense the Lakers have a shot.

Either way it should be a great series and one that the NBA won’t interfere in since both teams are from major media markets and make the league money. Enjoy.