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This LA Boy Has Gone Green

A California native, Boston's Pierce is ready for finals

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(Newser) – Paul Pierce knows everything about the storied Lakers-Celtics rivalry of the 1980s: growing up in Inglewood near the Forum, his dreams were gold and purple. "As a kid, I hated the Celtics," says the Boston forward. But childhood memories won't cause him to hold back as his team heads to the NBA Finals, the New York Times reports.

Pierce has never reached the finals before, nor have veteran teammates Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen. But together the Big Three have changed history already: bringing Boston back from a 24-win season and ignoring their individual stats in favor of building the league's second-best defense. Says Pierce, "I could write a whole book on my emotions right now."

What happens when an irresistible force meets an immovable object? Kobe Bryant has been averaging 32 points per game in the playoffs, and Boston has one of the league's most efficient defenses.
What happens when an irresistible force meets an immovable object? Kobe Bryant has been averaging 32 points per game in the playoffs, and Boston has one of the league's most efficient defenses.   (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
The Lakers dispatched their three opponets in 15 games; the Celtics have taken 20 games to do the same.
The Lakers dispatched their three opponets in 15 games; the Celtics have taken 20 games to do the same.   (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)
Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce hugs coach Doc Rivers after the Celtics defeated the Detroit Pistons to move on to the finals. Pierce grew up a Lakers fan, but his loyalty has since changed.
Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce hugs coach Doc Rivers after the Celtics defeated the Detroit Pistons to move on to the finals. Pierce grew up a Lakers fan, but his loyalty has since changed.   (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett and forward Paul Pierce celebrate reaching the NBA finals. Playing together, both men have lower personal averages, but many more wins under their belts.
Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett and forward Paul Pierce celebrate reaching the NBA finals. Playing together, both men have lower personal averages, but many more wins under their belts.   (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
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