The Dallas Mavericks overcame the odds with a game 4 rout to sweep the hapless Los Angeles Lakers four games to none in Dallas yesterday. Afterwards, LA Lakers forward Kobe Bryant choked down some humble pie while giving credit where it was due during post game interviews.
Kobe was more subdued yesterday after telling reporters they were “tripping” last week when the Lakers were down 2-0 in the series. He said the Mavericks, who drained 21 three pointers in game 4, played “extremely well.” And considering the rumors we’d heard, it was hard to believe Kobe when he said he learned a lot from departing head coach Phil Jackson who’s retiring after leading the Lakers to 5 NBA titles.
