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Kobe vs. Shaq: A look at the start of the final chapter

 

Published 11/7/2008 at L.A. Times - Basketball

In an excerpt from the new book, "Madmen's Ball: The Continuing Saga of Kobe, Phil and the Los Angeles Lakers," author Mark Heisler writes about the start of their last season together. > Following is an excerpt from Times NBA columnist Mark Heisler's new book, "Madmen's Ball: The Continuing Saga of Kobe, Phil and the Los Angeles Lakers." This excerpt takes place at Lakers' training came before the final season with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal on the team: (link)

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