This year is actually the best year true NBA fans have and will have in hoops for a while. The reason is Stern can't star call for one team over another!!! Both LA and Boston are big market towns rich in tradition and both teams have massive star power on either side of the court. For once Stern and his posse of refs might just have to let the best team win! Had this been LA and Orlando, Lakers in 5! I can tell ya over the last two decades since Stern has been in power, several teams have had series handed to them. Lakers, Bulls and Pistons come to mind!
And on what stage did those players showcase their talents so Nike would be induced into calling them?
....... He's Scared Very Scared With the ratings plummeting, dissatisfied fans, and an impending lockout, I'd say he's got much to be worried about