Tag: Shaquille O’Neal

Shaquille O’Neal Argues In Favor Of Lakers’ Arena Over Madison Square Garden

There are certain arenas in the NBA in which the vibe and feel of games, especially high stakes ones, are just different. In the minds of many, Madison Square Garden in New York City is at the top of that…

This Day In Lakers History: 2001 Team Completes Sweep Through Western Conference Playoffs

When it comes to the greatest teams in NBA history, the Los Angeles Lakers have multiple entries into the discussion...

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Scores 32 Points Against Kings In Decisive Game 5 Of NBA Playoffs

Before the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings became a full-fledged rivalry, they played to a closely contested...

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal Deliver In Crucial Win Over Mavericks During Lockout-Shortened Season

The NBA season is a long, grinding marathon that lasts for 82 games before the playoffs begin. That is, except for...

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Sinks Overtime Game-Winner Against Suns

After missing the NBA playoffs for the first time in his career, Kobe Bryant came back next season with a vengeance...

This Day In Lakers History: Eddie Jones, Shaquille O’Neal Team Up For Game 1 Victory Over Trail Blazers In 1998 NBA Playoffs

Before the Los Angeles Lakers dynasty of the early 2000s reached their pinnacle of success, they went through trials...

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Scores 34 Points Against Timberwolves To Keep Winning Streak Alive

Again playing without Kobe Bryant because of an ankle injury, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up a 104-99 road victory...

Shaquille O’Neal & TNT Sports Launch World’s First Professional Dunk League

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) and TNT Sports, in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company, will launch DUNKMAN – the world’s first professional league in the sport of dunking. The inaugural season is expected to…

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal Scores 50 Points Against New Jersey Nets

Shaquille O'Neal didn't have any shortage of downright dominant performances throughout his time with the Los...

This Day In Lakers History: Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant Combine For 79 Points In 18th Straight Win

The 2000 NBA season was a crowning one for the Los Angeles Lakers. Shaquille O'Neal was at his most dominant...