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In the 2009 NBA Playoffs, Lamar Odom threatened his usual disappearing act... and then delivered in a huge way, becoming a tremendous factor in the Lakers' 2009 NBA Championship. Here's to him.

The 2008-2009 Los Angeles Lakers Year in Review. A true look back on the year which wasn't all roses, despite the fine ending.

Pau Gasol has endured plenty of criticism since the 2008 Playoffs. This year, and especially in the 2009 Finals, he erased all of it, proving himself to be an elite defender, a highly versatile player, and one of the best centers in the game.

From the struggles of Andrew Bynum, Jordan Farmar, Derek Fisher, and Sasha Vujacic, to injuries, lopsided officiating, and daunting odds, the Lakers overcame numerous obstacles to win the championship in dominating fashion.

With a truly dominant performance in the Finals, the Lakers erased any memory of their previous struggles, as they grew into one of the greatest championship teams in NBA history.

An in-depth statistical review of the NBA Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Orlando Magic.

Kobe's critics will try to convince you that he hasn't played well in the Finals. In fact, the opposite is true. He has dominated the Finals, and his effect runs far deeper than his shooting percentage.

An in-depth statistical analysis of Game Four of the NBA Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Orlando Magic.

It's rare that Kobe Bryant is personally responsible for a loss. In Game 3 of the NBA Finals, he came up short down the stretch. Oh and by the way, the Magic's inability to miss even the toughest shots didn't hurt their cause.

An in-depth statistical look at Game Three of the NBA Finals.