Lakers-Spurs Game 1: Kobe, better late than never!

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thehoopdoctors.com - 5/22/2008

Lakers-Spurs Game 1: Kobe, better late than never!

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Good review of how even when Kobe doesn't show up for the half, when he puts his mind to it the Lakers are tough to beat. Also, reviews why that pisses off all coaches, even his own! LOL.

Lakers-Spurs Game 1: Kobe, better late than never!

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chuck4444

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What a game!
Kobe really can take over the game when he wants to!
Mamba had enough of Bowen's "tactics" I think.

Posted 5/22/2008 respond (flag)
daddycane

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Kobe tried to get his teammates going in the first half. But they weren't getting the job done. So he turned it up when he needed to.

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