Like most NBA fans, I was rooting for the Hornets in their series against the Spurs. It's not because I hate San Antonio; I'm just sick and tired of watching them play. But the Spurs prevailed and now they face my least favorite team, the Lakers. As much as I like to root against both of these franchises, this is an excellent matchup. Kobe has the unenviable task of having to guard Manu Ginobili on one end and while being guarded by Bruce Bowen on the other. But he's the MVP, ...