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Celtics defeat Lakers in Game 5 of 2010 NBA Finals

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Celtics defeat Lakers in Game 5 of 2010 NBA Finals
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On June 13, 2010, the Boston Celtics won Game 5 of the NBA Finals, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 92-86. Despite a 38-point performance from Kobe Bryant, the Celtics secured a 3-2 series lead. Paul Pierce led Boston with 27 points, supported by Kevin Garnett's 18 points and 10 rebounds and Rajon Rondo's 18 points and 8 assists. This victory brought the Celtics one game closer to their 18th championship, though they ultimately lost the series in seven games. The day also marks the birthdays of former Celtics players Jack Garfinkle and Fred Saunders.

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  • •Celtics won Game 5 of the 2010 NBA Finals, 92-86
  • •Paul Pierce scored 27 points for Boston
  • •Celtics take a 3-2 series lead against the Lakers
  • •Kobe Bryant scored 38 points despite the loss
  • •Birthdays of Jack Garfinkle and Fred Saunders on this date
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Today in Boston Celtics history, the team defeated the Los Angeles Lakers to the tune of 92-86 in Game 5 of the 2010 NBA Finals.

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