15 Results for derek fisher

A desperate plea for a competitive Finals

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Already, the media doesn't think the Nets have an answer for the champion Lakers.

Story | Conversation | June 07, 2002

Kidd elevates his game, Nets to new heights

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

In leading the Nets to the Finals, Jason Kidd has often played like a man above boys.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2002

Kings have no one to blame but themselves

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

In losing Game 7 of the West finals, the Kings had no one to blame but themselves.

Story | Conversation | June 02, 2002

Shaq, Lakers rise and shine in Game 6

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

An early wake-up call from Kobe to Shaq may have turned the West finals around.

Story | Conversation | June 01, 2002

Kings confront their toughest task yet

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

The Kings have to get to the party first before popping open the champagne bottles.

Story | Conversation | May 31, 2002

Bibby doesn't look like playoff rookie

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Mike Bibby's willingness to take the big shot has the Kings in command, Jerry Bembry writes.

Story | Conversation | May 29, 2002

It's time for Kings to have short memories

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

The Kings need to put Robert Horry's last-second shot behind them to move forward.

Story | Conversation | May 27, 2002

Divac's tap falls directly into Horry's hands

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Now we find out if the Kings have the ability to forget, and if they can pick themselves up after a lost opportunity.

Story | Conversation | May 26, 2002

Lakers received jolt after Game 3 rout

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Their reason for dropping four-regular season contests to last-place teams: the games were meaningless. The excuse given for finishing second in the Pacific Division: they were bored. Kobe's Bryant response, when it was suggested that the Lakers were maybe a bit too cocky going into the conference finals against the Sacramento Kings:

Story | Conversation | May 25, 2002

Kings answer L.A.'s fourth-quarter challenge

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Just when it appeared the Lakers had awakened Friday, the Kings dug deep to reclaim momentum and win Game 3.

Story | Conversation | May 24, 2002

For openers, Kings fall flat

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Nobody will remember the Kings' accomplishments this season if they lose to the Lakers.

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2002

Bryant's Game 3 effort puts Lakers in command

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Kobe Bryant's dominant performance put the Lakers firmly in control against the Spurs.

Story | Conversation | May 10, 2002

O'Neal head and ample shoulders above Blazers

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Already dominant, Shaquille O'Neal is peaking against a team that can't stop him.

Story | Conversation | April 26, 2002

Lakers need more than just Shaq, Kobe

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Even if the Lakers get past the Blazers, winning a third straight title won't be easy.

Story | Conversation | April 22, 2002

Lakers need more than just Shaq, Kobe

Jerry Bembry, ESPN The Magazine

Even if the Lakers get past the Blazers, their three-peat run won't be easy.

Story | April 21, 2002