The coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, Phil Jackson, even though his team succeeded in extending the 101-96 victory by the Orlando Magic in the second game of the NBA Finals betting odds, he acknowledged that his opponent was also won and could have achieved victory.
"There is no doubt that the Magic had every opportunity and possibility of achieving victory," admitted Jackson. "After what happened in the field, all I can say is that within the team have a great sense of relief."
Lakers Lead 2-0.Current Line: Magic - 4.5.
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Meanwhile, the Orlando players who are today at 7 pm Los Lakers, was frustrated after the defeat because with 10 seconds to play, tied at 88 and had a clear choice to achieve victory.
"Catch the ball in the perfect pass that gave me Hedo (Turkoglu) and try to make the play," said Courtney Lee. "There came the ball, but I think in the end we did not lose the game that failed."
For its part Dwight "Superman" Howard added: "We can not talk about one game, but what is clear is that we had our chances to get the victory tour."
