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Shaquille O'Neal admits 2001 Lakers benefited from Kobe Bryant's injury: "The best thing that happened to us"
One of the most talked-about moments in the feud between Shaquille O'Neal and the late Kobe Bryant occurred in October 2004.
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Watch how Shaquille O’Neal pushed Kobe Bryant to greatness—by making him mad
Shaquille O’Neal motivated Kobe Bryant by intentionally making him angry, knowing it would fuel Kobe's competitive fire and ...
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"He knows there's only a couple things I can do" - When Kobe put on a defensive clinic against Pippen
"I know last night was not the type of game that I would like to finish with," Scottie said in 1999, per the Los Angeles ...
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Phil Jackson claimed Kobe wouldn't be rattled by the backlash from the rape case: "He's going to be fine"
Kobe Bryant found himself caught in a situation that could have completely upended anyone's life, regardless of wealth or ...
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Shaquille O'Neal, Kobe Bryant Had Unique Strategy During NBA Finals Dominance
Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant had a strategy when they led the Los Angeles Lakers to three straight NBA titles in the early 2000s. O'Neal explained during a recent appearance on his podcast.
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When Shaq admitted Kobe was the best player in the world after winning Game 2 of the 2001 WCF: "It is good to play with the best player in the world on your team"
Shaquille O’Neal heaped praise on Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant after leading the team to an 88-81 win over the Spurs in Game 2 ...
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“Walked With Them to the Limo”: Kobe Bryant Loved Shaquille O’Neal Before Power Struggle
Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant's beef was the real deal, but it wasn't always that way. The pair loved each other early on.
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"I would never compare him to Michael, but if anyone is close, it'll be him" - Larry Bird on why he puts Kobe Bryant and Jordan in one category
"I would never compare him to Michael, but if anyone is close to him, it'll be him." Bryant hadn't even been drafted yet, but ...
Shaquille O'Neal Makes Kobe Bryant Admission
Beyond his own individual dominance and accolades, Shaquille O'Neal has also been fortunate to have played next to some of the most legendary guards in NBA history. From Penny Hardaway, Kobe Bryant, ...