It’s finally over. Last night the Boston Celtics annihilated the Los Angeles Lakers by 39 points to become the 2008 NBA World Champions. When the playoffs started this is exactly how I wanted it to go. The Lakers and the Celtics are basketball dynasties and it was only fitting that they would battle it out in the end. I watched most of the post-game coverage on ESPN and was extremely happy for the “Big 3″. Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen and Finals MVP Paul Pierce put it all on the line from the beginning of the season to the end. You could feel their excitement during the on-camera interviews.

But I was even more excited for Doc Rivers. During the photo shoot with the NBA trophy, he said he didn’t want to touch it until it was actually his. Well now he’s got it and I’m sure he’ll enjoy it. The hard work and sacrifice has paid off. He said in an interview that it was hard to not begin planning for next year. Now that’s a coach on a mission.

History was made last night and due to a team effort a deserving group of basketball players are living their dream as champions. Way to go guys.