Stunner in Beantown

Well, ye socks, the fellas in blue and white were reminded tonight why the Celtics are the reigning NBA champs.

As Game 2 in this best of 7 second round play-off series drew to a close, the visiting team and staff were left on the side lines either staring blankly into space or shaking their heads in disbelief as the Boston fans erupted to celebrate their 112-94 victory at the TD Banknorth Garden.

It was a frustrating one to watch if you were a Magic fan . . . or player. Just ask Rafer Alston, who let his frustration get the best of him and slapped Boston's Eddie House up side the head. Unsportsmanlike? I'd say so.

Despite the stunning disbelief and frustration, though, we should keep in mind that the hometown team did accomplish their primary goal by splitting the two-game stand up in Boston. Now, they can come back to Orlando with the series tied, regroup, and dish out some payback on Friday.

Go Magic!