The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of an unprecedented playoff run, one who's symbolism is so profound, it could not have been imagined.

The Los Angeles Lakers are quite painfully learning that leaning on Kobe Bryant entirely to close out games is a broken model.

The Lakers have to hold on to hope as time runs out on their season. They also need to seize opportunity.

Silver Screen and Roll's authors breakdown Lakers-Thunder and offer predictions on what will take place.

Silver Screen and Roll points out that winning an early playoff series with ease has no bearing on whether a team does well overall.

Lakers-Nuggets Predictions: It's Never Too Late To See The Future, Look Stupid

Silver Screen and Roll breaks down the matchups at individual positions for Lakers Nuggets.

All you can ask for in the postseason is a chance to succeed. The Lakers have one.

2012 NBA Playoffs: Los Angeles Lakers Preview - The Lakers will go as far as their crazy will let them.