Kobe Bryant’s 3 point field goal with 4.8 seconds left in regulation sent the game into OT, where the Lakers would go on to defeat the Sacramento Kings 116-108. The victory clinched the 2nd seed in the Western Conference for the Lakers. Kobe led the way with 36 points.
The first round playoff matches are now set.
Eastern Conference
1. Chicago Bulls vs 8. Indiana Pacers
4. Orlando Magic vs 5. Atlanta Hawks
3. Boston Celtics vs 6. New York Knicks
2. Miami Heat vs 7. Philadelphia 76ers
Western Conference
1. San Antonio Spurs vs 8. Memphis Grizzlies
4. Oklahoma City Thunder vs 5. Denver Nuggets
3. Dallas Mavericks vs 6. Portland Trailblazers
2. Los Angeles Lakers vs 7. New Orleans Hornets