2012 NBA Playoffs: Conference Finals

Miami Heat's Chris Bosh holds the NBA's Eastern Conference trophy after the Heat defeated the Boston Celtics 101-88 in Game 7 on the conference finals, June 9, 2012, in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 7 - Heat drop Celtics, get back to NBA Finals

LeBron James drives to the basket — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's LeBron James (6) drives to the basket as Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) defends during the second half of Game 7 of the NBA playoffs Eastern Conference finals, June 9, 2012, in Miami. James had 31 points and 12 rebounds and the Heat won their second straight Eastern Conference title by beating the Boston Celtics 101-88 in Game 7.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 7 - Heat drop Celtics, get back to NBA Finals

Boston Celtics' Ray Allen (20) and Paul Pierce (34) look up at the scoreboard as the Celtics fall behind the Miami Heat during the second half of Game 7 of the NBA playoffs Eastern Conference finals, June 9, 2012, in Miami. Miami won 101-88.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 7 - Heat drop Celtics, get back to NBA Finals

Dwyane Wade drives to the basket — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) drives to the basket as Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (9) and Paul Pierce (34) defend during the second half of Game 7 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 9, 2012, in Miami. The Heat defeated the Celtics 101-88.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 7 - Heat drop Celtics, get back to NBA Finals

Miami Heat's LeBron James dunks over Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (9) during the first half of Game 7 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 9, 2012, in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 6

Miami Heat forward LeBron James gestures as he walks up court during the third quarter in Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics, June 7, 2012, in Boston. James had 45 points and 15 rebounds, overwhelming the Celtics and leading the Heat to a 98-79 victory that forced the decisive game.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 6

From left, Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen sit on the bench late in the fourth quarter while trailing the Miami Heat in Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 7, 2012, in Boston. Miami won 98-79.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 6

Paul Pierce is fouled by Udonis Haslem — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce (34) is fouled by Miami Heat forward Udonis Haslem, left, on a shot during the third quarter in Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 7, 2012, in Boston.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 6

LeBron James elevates for a dunk — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Miami Heat forward LeBron James (6) elevates for a dunk past Boston Celtics' Brandon Bass (30), Paul Pierce (34), Kevin Garnett (5) and Rajon Rondo (9) during the first half in Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 7, 2012, in Boston.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 6

Mike Miller and Kevin Garnett scrap for a rebound — AP Photo/Elise Amendola

Miami Heat guard Mike Miller, left, and Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett, right, scrap for a rebound during the second quarter in Game 6 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 7, 2012, in Boston.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 6 - Thunder rally, storm past Spurs

The Oklahoma City Thunder celebrate with the western conference trophy after Game 6 in the NBA Western Conference finals against the San Antonio Spurs, June 6, 2012, in Oklahoma City. The Thunder won 107-99 and moved on to the NBA Finals.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 6 - Thunder rally, storm past Spurs

Kevin Durant celebrates against the San Antonio Spurs — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) celebrates against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of Game 6 in the NBA Western Conference finals, June 6, 2012, in Oklahoma City. The Thunder won 107-99.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 6 - Thunder rally, storm past Spurs

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich yells toward shooting guard Stephen Jackson (3) at a break against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of Game 6 in the NBA Western Conference finals, June 6, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 6 - Thunder rally, storm past Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder guard James Harden (13) celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer as San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) walks away during the second half of Game 6 in the NBA Western Conference finals, June 6, 2012, in Oklahoma City. The Thunder won 107-99.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 6 - Thunder rally, storm past Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook reacts after dunking the ball against the San Antonio Spurs during the first half of Game 6 in the NBA Western Conference finals, June 6, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 5

Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett reacts after scoring during the second half of Game 5 in their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoffs against the Miami Heat, June 5, 2012, in Miami. Garnett finished with 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Celtics won 94-90.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 5

Doc Rivers celebrates with Ray Allen — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Boston Celtics head coach Doc Rivers, center, celebrates with Ray Allen (20), Keyon Dooling (51) and Paul Pierce (34) as Miami Heat's LeBron James, left, walks past during the second half of Game 5 in their NBA Eastern Conference Finals, June 5, 2012, in Miami. The Celtics won 94-90.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 5

Miami Heat's Chris Bosh watches from the bench during the closing seconds of the second half of Game 5 in their NBA basketball Eastern Conference Finals playoff series against the Boston Celtics, June 5, 2012, in Miami. The Celtics won 94-90.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 5

LeBron James grimaces — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's LeBron James (6) grimaces during the second half of Game 5 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoffs against the Boston Celtics, June 5, 2012, in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 5

Paul Pierce drives to the basket — AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee

Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) drives to the basket surrounded by Miami Heat's Shane Battier (31), Mike Miller (13) and LeBron James (6) during the first half of Game 5 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals, June 5, 2012, in Miami.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 5

James Harden reacts after hitting a three point late in the fourth quarter — Getty Images/Ronald Martinez

James Harden (13) of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after hitting a three point late in the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Western Conference finals on June 4, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 5

Oklahoma City Thunder's Kevin Durant watches his shot fall against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of Game 5 in the NBA Western Conference finals, Monday, June 4, 2012, in San Antonio. The Thunder won 108-103.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 5

Tony Parker is picked off by Serge Ibaka — AP Photo/Darren Abate

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) is picked off by Oklahoma City Thunder power forward Serge Ibaka (9) as point guard Russell Westbrook heads toward the basket during the second half of Game 5 in the NBA Western Conference finals, Monday, June 4, 2012, in San Antonio.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 5

San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) is defended by Oklahoma City Thunder's Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook (0) during the second half of Game 5 in the NBA Western Conference finals, Monday, June 4, 2012, in San Antonio. The Thunder won 108-103.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 5

Manu Ginobili reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder — AP Photo/Eric Gay

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili (20) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of Game 5 in the NBA Western Conference finals, Monday, June 4, 2012, in San Antonio.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 4

Rajon Rondo drives against Dwyane Wade — AP Photo/Elise Amendola

Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) drives against Miami Heat guards Dwyane Wade, left, and Mario Chalmers (15) during the first quarter of Game 4 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoff series in Boston, Sunday, June 3, 2012. Rondo had 15 points and 15 assists, and scored the final three points of the Celtics' 93-91 overtime victory against the Miami Heat.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 4

Dwyane Wade reacts after missing the final shot — AP Photo/The Miami Herald, Al Diaz

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) reacts after missing the final shot against the Boston Celtics during overtime of Game 4 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoff series in Boston, Sunday, June 3, 2012. Boston won 93-91.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 4

Dwyane Wade drives against Kevin Garnett — AP Photo/Elise Amendola

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) drives against Boston Celtics forwards Kevin Garnett (5) and Brandon Bass, left rear, during the second quarter of Game 4 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoff series in Boston, Sunday, June 3, 2012.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 4

Brandon Bass grabs a rebound over Mike Miller — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Boston Celtics forward Brandon Bass, left, grabs a rebound over Miami Heat guard Mike Miller during the first quarter of Game 4 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoffs series in Boston, Sunday, June 3, 2012.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 4

Paul Pierce yells as Udonis Haslem lands on him — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce (34) yells as Miami Heat forward Udonis Haslem (40) lands on him after a drive to the basket during the first half of Game 4 in the NBA Eastern Conference finals playoffs series in Boston, Sunday, June 3, 2012.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 4

Kevin Durant is embraced and kissed by his mother — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder's Kevin Durant (35) is embraced and kissed by his mother, Wanda Pratt, after the Thunder's 109-103 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA playoffs Western Conference finals, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 4

Serge Ibaka walks away after scoring — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka (9), walks away after scoring, while San Antonio Spurs guard Gary Neal (14) moves to help guard Tony Parker up from the court during the second half of Game 4 in the NBA playoffs Western Conference finals, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in Oklahoma City. The Thunder won 109-103.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 4

Kendrick Perkins dunks in front of Tim Duncan — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) dunks in front of San Antonio Spurs' Tim Duncan (21), Boris Diaw (33), and Kawhi Leonard (2) during the first half of Game 4 in the NBA playoffs Western Conference finals, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 4

Tony Parker passes the ball — AP Photo/Eric Gay

San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) passes the ball as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Thabo Sefolosha (2) defends during the first half of Game 4 in the NBA playoffs Western Conference finals, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 4

Kevin Durant is wrapped up Stephen Jackson — AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) is wrapped up with San Antonio Spurs guard Stephen Jackson (3) during the first half of Game 4 in the NBA playoffs Western Conference finals, Saturday, June 2, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 3

Rajon Rondo reacts in front of Mario Chalmers — AP Photo/Elise Amendola

Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (9) reacts in front of Miami Heat guard Mario Chalmers, right, after sinking a basket during the third quarter of Game 3 in the NBA playoffs Eastern Conference finals, in Boston on Friday, June 1, 2012. Paul Pierce scored 23 points and Rajon Rondo had 21 points with 10 assists to help the Celtics win 101-91, avoiding falling into a 3-0 hole in the series after losing the first two games in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 3

LeBron James tries to drive — AP Photo/Elise Amendola

Miami Heat forward LeBron James (6) tries to drive between Boston Celtics guards Ray Allen (20) and Rajon Rondo, right, during the fourth quarter of Game 3 in the NBA Eastern Conference finals, in Boston on Friday, June 1, 2012. Boston won 101-91.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 3

Kevin Garnett and Mikael Pietrus try to stop LeBron James — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Boston Celtics forwards Kevin Garnett (5) and Mikael Pietrus try to stop Miami Heat forward LeBron James (6) on a drive to the basket during the first quarter of Game 3 in the NBA playoffs Eastern Conference finals, in Boston on Friday, June 1, 2012.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 3

Kevin Garnett yells after hitting the floor hard — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Boston Celtics forward Kevin Garnett (5) yells after hitting the floor hard against the Miami Heat during the second quarter of Game 3 in the NBA playoffs Eastern Conference finals, in Boston on Friday, June 1, 2012. At right is Heat guard Mike Miller.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 3

Dwyane Wade loses control of the ball — AP Photo/Charles Krupa

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade, center, loses control of the ball as he threads between Boston Celtics guards Rajon Rondo, left, and Ray Allen during the first quarter of Game 3 in the NBA playoffs Eastern Conference finals, in Boston on Friday, June 1, 2012.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 3

Kevin Durant reacts during the second half — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of Game 3 in their NBA Western Conference finals, Thursday, May 31, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 3

Russell Westbrook shoots against Spurs — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook, left, shoots against San Antonio Spurs guard Danny Green (4) and guard Tony Parker (9) as Thunder's Serge Ibaka (9) and Kevin Durant (35) watch during the second half of Game 3 in their NBA Western Conference finals, Thursday, May 31, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 3

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook reacts against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of Game 3 in their NBA Western Conference finals, Thursday, May 31, 2012, in Oklahoma City. The Thunder won 102-82.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 3

Kevin Durant shoots over Tiago Splitter — AP Photo/Ronald Martinez

Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots over San Antonio Spurs center Tiago Splitter (22) during the first half of Game 3 in their NBA Western Conference finals, Thursday, May 31, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 3

Russell Westbrook tries to pass as he falls while Boris Diaw watches — AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook (0) tries to pass as he falls while San Antonio Spurs power forward Boris Diaw (33) watches during the first half of Game 3 in their NBA Western Conference finals, Thursday, May 31, 2012, in Oklahoma City.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 2

LeBron James, Mario Chalmers celebrate after the Heat moved ahead — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's LeBron James (6), Mario Chalmers (15) and Udonis Haslem celebrate after the Heat moved ahead against the Boston Celtics during overtime of Game 2 in their NBA basketball Eastern Conference Finals playoff series, May 30, 2012, in Miami. The Heat defeated the Celtics 115-111 in overtime.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 2

LeBron James falls to the court on top of Rajon Rondo — Getty Images/Mike Ehrmann

LeBron James (6) of the Miami Heat falls to the court on top of Rajon Rondo (9) of the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on May 30, 2012 at American Airlines Arena in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 2

Dwyane Wade pumps his fist after the Heat scored — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) pumps his fist after the Heat scored against the Boston Celtics during the second half of Game 2 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals, May 30, 2012, in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 2

Miami Heat's Udonis Haslem (40) and LeBron James (6) pressure Boston Celtics' Brandon Bass (30) as he drives to the basket during the second half of Game 2 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals, May 30, 2012, in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 2

Kevin Garnett argues a technical foul — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett (5) argues a technical foul against him with official Ken Mauer (41) during the second half of Game 2 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals against the Miami Heat, May 30, 2012, in Miami.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 2

Tony Parker maneuvers around Kendrick Perkins — AP Photo/Eric Gay

San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker (9), maneuvers around Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the first half of Game 2 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoffs, May 29, 2012, in San Antonio. Parker had 34 points and eight assists and the Spurs stayed perfect in the playoffs with a 120-111 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 2

San Antonio Spurs center Tim Duncan looks around after taking spill with Oklahoma City Thunder guard James Harden (13) during the second half of Game 2 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoffs, May 29, 2012, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 120-111.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 2

Manu Ginobili and Derek Fisher reach for a rebound — AP Photo/Mike Stone

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili (20) and Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Derek Fisher (37) reach for a rebound during the second half of Game 2 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoffs, May 29, 2012, in San Antonio. The Spurs won 120-111.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 2

Tim Duncan gestures after a play — AP Photo/Darren Abate

San Antonio Spurs center Tim Duncan (21) gestures after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of Game 2 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoffs, May 29, 2012, in San Antonio.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 2

Kendrick Perkins is pressured — AP Photo/Eric Gay

San Antonio Spurs' Boris Diaw (33), Kawhi Leonard (2), Tim Duncan (21) and Danny Green (4) pressure Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) as he looks to shoot during the first half of Game 2 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoffs, May 29, 2012, in San Antonio.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 1

Miami Heat's LeBron James (6) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) during the first half of Game 1 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoffs, Monday, May, 28, 2012, in Miami. James scored 32 points and the Heat beat the Boston Celtics 93-79 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 1

Ronny Turiaf blocks a shot — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's Ronny Turiaf (21) blocks a shot by Boston Celtics' Brandon Bass (30) during the second half of Game 1 in their NBA Eastern Conference finals playoffs series, Monday, May, 28, 2012, in Miami.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 1

Dwyane Wade shoots as Paul Pierce defends — AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade, right, shoots as Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce, left, Kevin Garnett (5) and Rajon Rondo (9) defend during the second half of Game 1 in their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoffs, Monday, May 28, 2012, in Miami. The Heat defeated the Celtics 93-79.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 1

Dwyane Wade and Lebron James defend Paul Pierce — AP Photo/Lynne Sladky

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade (3) and Lebron James, right, defend Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) during the second half of Game 1 in their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoffs, Monday, May, 28, 2012, in Miami. The Heat won 93-79.

Boston vs. Miami: Game 1

LeBron James (6) of the Miami Heat dunks in the first quarter against Paul Pierce (34) of the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoffs on May 28, 2012 at American Airlines Arena in Miami.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 1

San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) and Manu Ginobili (20) celebrate in front of Oklahoma City Thunder guard James Harden, left, and Thabo Sefolosha, right, during the second half of Game 1 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoff series, Sunday, May 27, 2012, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 101-98.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 1

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili shoots against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game 1 in their NBA Western Conference finals playoffs, Sunday, May 27, 2012, in San Antonio. Ginobili scored 26 points and the Spurs won their 19th in a row -- tying the NBA record for longest winning streak kept alive in the playoffs -- by rallying in the fourth quarter on the orders of their furious coach to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 101-98 in Game 1 on Sunday night.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 1

Tim Duncan lays the ball up — Getty Images/Ronald Martinez

Tim Duncan (21) of the San Antonio Spurs lays the ball up in front of Kendrick Perkins (5) of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals playoffs on May 27, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 1

Kevin Durant reacts late in the fourth quarter — Getty Images/Ronald Martinez

Kevin Durant (35) of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts late in the fourth quarter while taking on the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals playoffs on May 27, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas.

Oklahoma City vs. San Antonio: Game 1

James Harden and Manu Ginobili grapple for a loose ball — AP Photo/Eric Gay

Oklahoma City Thunder's James Harden (13) and San Antonio Spurs' Manu Ginobili grapple for a loose ball during the first half of Game 1 of the Western Conference finals playoffs on Sunday, May 27, 2012, in San Antonio.