Fun with Game 7s

The Lakers last played a Game 7 in 2006, when they lost to the Phoenix Suns in the decisive game of their first-round series, 121-90, in Phoenix. The Lakers last won a Game 7 in 2002, when they defeat the Sacramento Kings in the decisive game of the Western Conference finals, 112-106, in overtime in Sacramento. The Lakers last played a Game 7 at home in 2000, when they defeated the Portland Trail Blazers in the decisive game of the conference finals, 89-84, at Staples Center. They went on to win NBA titles in 2000 and 2002. What will happen in Game 7 against Houston on Sunday is anyone's guess.