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Celtics handle Kobe onslaught and lead Lakers 3-2

Posted: 06.14.2010 at 9:42 AM

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce, front, drives against Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest during the first quarter in Game 5 of the NBA basketball finals Sunday, June 13, 2010, in Boston. / AP Photo

Paul Pierce scored 27 points to help Boston withstand 38 points from Kobe Bryant to beat the Lakers 92-86 on Sunday night and move within one victory of an unprecedented 18th NBA title.

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