The Lakers' last chance to avoid disaster in 2010 needs a deep rewind

  • 11 days ago
Game 5 of the 2010 series between the LA Lakers and Phoenix Suns presented a crossroads. As time expired, the Lakers had one last chance to win, and in doing so, avoid the infamy of a terrible collapse. The Suns, meanwhile, could force overtime, steal a victory, and perhaps make an unexpected run to the Finals.

Let's visit that moment. Kobe Bryant has the ball. Everyone's mad at (the man formerly known as) Ron Artest. Steve Nash and Jason Richardson just made miracles for the Suns. What's on everyone's mind? What happens next? Before we find out, let's rewind.