1. Kobe died in a helicopter crash, basically fire which produces "heat" (Miami Heat). He died on a Sunday, Lakers can win the title in his honor on Sunday, 10/11. If the Lakers win Game 6, they win the series 4 games to 2. 42 is reversed reduction "24",

2. a number Kobe wore. A Laker victory gives the Lakers their 17th NBA Championship, tying the Boston Celtics with the most NBA Championships won. Lebron James is also in his 17th season in the NBA. 17 is 1+7 = 8. Kobe also wore number 8. Kobe was drafted

3. into the NBA in 1996 at age "17." Rajon Rondo was involved with Boston winning it's 17th title (against the Lakers, in 2008) and he's now involved with the Lakers possibly winning their 17th title. Lakers winning in "6" (games) matches the number Lebron

4. wore when he played with, guess who? The Miami Heat. Lebron wore No. "6" during his four-season run with the Miami Heat, winning two titles while making four straight NBA Finals appearances. Two titles, four seasons = 2/4, "24" being Kobe's number.

5. Pat Riley also figure into things with this series, working for both the Lakers (1982-1989) and the Heat (1995-2003; 2005-2008), coaching both teams. So many connections here. At any rate, I'll end here.