"Shaq was out, it was a toe thing. So Phil comes to me before the stretch and says 'Kobe, we need you to take over the offense'. That literally started the streak of 40 points in nine straight games." ...

Their paths converged in the eyes of someone who knew them both intimately—Phil Jackson ... 21-year-old Kobe took over an NBA Finals game on an injured ankle after Shaq fouled out in OT.

Best-selling author Jeff Pearlman spent 2½ years writing a book about the Kobe Bryant-Shaquille O'Neal-Phil Jackson Lakers, and explains that truthfulness is needed when discussing Bryant's full ...

2000-02: The famous Los Angeles Lakers 3-peat started when Phil Jackson took over ... whom they eventually beat in 5 games. Kobe won his 4th ring and his first without Shaq. He became the first ...

Former teammate Derek Fisher offered insights into the pivotal period following the Los Angeles Lakers' first championship ...

Former Los Angeles Laker Derek Fisher joined Podcast P with Paul George where he recalled playing in the 2000-2001 NBA season ...

Explore the impressive legacies of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, two NBA legends, as we dive into their net worth, impactful careers, and post-NBA successes.

Jeanie Buss made sure to avoid any controversy in her latest NBA media appearance. In a sit down for Whistle Sports, Jeanie made her pick for the best Lakers championship team and also revealed her ...