Lamar Odom responded with two crucial three pointers, and the Lakers reestablished their comfortable lead. Lakers 64-53.
Fourth quarter: LA's advantage was not really threatened. Paul Gasol hit a two past Howard, LA extended its lead to 17. Lakers 93-76.
Less than 3 minutes left, Bryant drove in for a lay-up, Lakers iced it. Final score: 99-86.
LA Lakers won their 15th NBA Championship. Commissioner David Stern presented the trophy to team assistant General Manager Jimmy Buss. This win is also coach Phil Jackson's record 10th career NBA championship.
Later, legend Bill Russell presented the Finals MVP trophy to Kobe Bryant. It is the first time Kobe's captured the award. This is also Bryant's fourth NBA championship title.
