The Los Angeles Lakers took care of business on Thursday night, securing their 16 title in franchise history by knocking off the Boston Celtics 83-79 in Game 7.

It was a classic final game to say the least. Boston not only hung tough early on, but they had the lead for most of the game. However, in the fourth quarter L.A. flexed its muscle have prevailed on their home court.

The Celtics enjoyed a 13-point lead at one point, but it would not last.

Kobe Bryant was held down early in the game, but still managed to finish with 23 points on his way to earning a fifth title and the MVP award. Ron Artest added 20 points and was very much an x-factor.

Paul Pierce had 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics, who just couldn't finish the final quarter of a remarkable playoff run after a fourth-place finish in the Eastern Conference.

For Phil Jackson, the win help him secure an 11th championship.

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