NBA Look Back: Rockets and Lakers Clash in 2009 Playoffs Without the Duo

Wow...it's been a minute...

 

But we're BACK! Happy New Year to all!

 

In our first episode of 2022, we take on another NBA Look Back. This time we discuss a topic that is near and dear to Will's heart - the 2009 Western Conference semifinal playoff bout between the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers.

 

Topics include Will breaking down just why this series is special to him, salivating over the names on both rosters (oh what a time the late 2000s were), dissecting the series overall, Yao Ming's impact before and after his foot injury, the aftermath of the series and the connections between players (oh boy there are a lot), and finally some what-if scenarios - including how things would have turned out if Yao and Tracy McGrady were healthy.    

 

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