As the final buzzer sounded and confetti began dropping, Pistons coach Larry Brown received an affectionate handshake and smile at midcourt from Lakers coach Phil Jackson and a hug from Kobe Bryant.

• 句中的confetti是“（婚礼、狂欢节中抛撒的）五彩纸屑”的意思。如：When they came out of the church； the bride and groom were showered with confetti.；（新郎新娘走出教堂时，身上被撒满了五彩纸屑。）