“There were no grand conspiracies or involved storylines... Deeks and Kensi did what they do best while chasing down the two-bit thief who stole the guns: comic relief.” TV Fanatic · 8 years ago
Critics noted that this episode highlights what the pair does best—balancing "comic relief" with efficient field work. A notable subplot involves Deeks borrowing Mosley’s Porsche and accidentally scratching it, leading to several lighthearted moments. NCIS.Los.Angeles.S09E04.HDTV.x264-LOL[ettv]
The duo operates as security for Executive Assistant Director (EAD) Shay Mosley to gain entry to the event. Their investigation into Sam's old friend, Byron Brown, provides the emotional core of the episode as they race to stop an assassination attempt. “There were no grand conspiracies or involved storylines
Audience ratings for the episode are generally positive, with a on IMDb and an 89% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes . Community Perspectives The duo operates as security for Executive Assistant
This episode serves as a "coming-out party" for Nia Long's character, showing her skills in the field and her high expectations for the team, though some viewers found her character's stiff demeanor a point of contention compared to Hetty.
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