Very important game in terms of play-off positioning, the Lakers, two games ahead of Sacremento, are pulling onto that 7th spot in the West. Meanwhile the Spurs, thanks to the Mavericks two recently losses, now are a couple of games ahead of Dallas, and it looks like they are on the way to secure that No.1 seed in the West. Big game for both clubs.
The interesting matchup tomorrow is duel between Lakers's Kwame Brown and Spurs's Tim Duncan. In the past, you never say something like that, huge mismatch. But look at the numbers, Kwame Brown, 18 points and 9 rebounds in his last outing, starting to convert around the basket, looks like he is much more patient offensively.
Meanwhile, Duncan is also coming along. Remember his poor February, numbers in March are much better, looks like he is strengthening from that stretch run with more energy.
So, big matchup, especially for Kwame, because without Andrew-Bynum and Chris Mihm tomorrow, he should be solo down low. Spurs are 45 wins and 4 losses without rebounding their opponents. So, a lot of burdens on Kwame Brown's shoulders. See if he can really anchor the Lakers interior defense.
Besides, Bruce Bowen and Kobe Bryant's matchup should also be a highlight of the game, the best perimeter defender against the best offensive player.
Crucial and entertaining matchup, Lakers vs Spurs.