Here's a video recap of Game 2 where the Lakers were able to secure a 2-0 lead over the Magic:



Key notes:

• The pre-game article from game 1 has proven to be prophetic. When Lamar Odom comes to the game focused and intent on being effective, the Lakers are invincible. I read an article in which the author concluded that Lamar Odom's spurratic play from game to game was more than likely a result of his excessive sugar intake. Lamar Odom's level of play would decline in the second half of games because he would have came down from his sugar high. As we have seen in the two previous games, Lamar Odom has been able to sustain his focus and energy levels for the entire games. So much for the doctor's theory: The Candy Man Can!
  




• The referees kept calling bogus fouls which interrupted the flow of the game throughout the whole first half. Basketball is a physical sport. The referees need to allow the marquee players some leeway to showcase their talents which is the sole purpose of the NBA Finals.
  Fans pay to see the high-profile match-ups and they deserve to get their money's worth. The referees have totally taken over this year's NBA Finals sporting event, and I as a fan am very disappointed that the commissioner hasn't stepped in and rectified the situation.