Inside Kobe and Shaq's relationship: One of the NBA's most iconic dynasties and fiercest rivalries
Bryant and O'Neal celebrating a win.Bryant and O'Neal are considered to be one of the most iconic partnerships in NBA history. They worked together to combine physical dominance and skill to become a formidable force on the court.The duo won the Lakers their first NBA championship in twelve years in 2000.Talking about the final game of the 2000 NBA Finals, the Los Angeles Times described O'Neal as the "biggest star" and Bryant as "the shiniest.
Coach Jackson said that when Bryant joined the Lakers, O'Neal was interested in adopting an older brother-type role with the younger player. But Bryant wasn't interested.Rusty Kennedy/APBryant and O'Neal had their first fight during a pickup game at Southwest College during the lockout of the 1998-1999 season. After indulging in some trash talk, O'Neal, according to Bryant, said "take that little b----" several times.
Bryant with his wife, Vanessa Bryant at a press conference after his sexual assault allegations became public.
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