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The Finals analysis: Lakers in six

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

The Pistons have one advantage at power forward but the Lakers will prevail in six games.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2004

No hating these games

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

A scintillating second round has more than made up for the NBA playoffs' forgettable first round.

Story | Conversation | May 17, 2004

Coaching carousel set to whirl again

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

For some NBA head coaches, the final game of the season will be the last with their teams.

Story | Conversation | April 14, 2004

Feeling the love in Minnesota

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Feelings of Minnesota's first playoff series win are in the air. Also: Notes on Lakers, Kings, Wiz and Bucks.

Story | Conversation | March 07, 2004

Jackson thinks Kings loss was trigger

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Gary Payton, frustrated by his playing time and the triangle offense, told David Aldridge that he may leave the Lakers after the season.

Story | Conversation | February 28, 2004

Counting down the Elite Eight

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

The Kings, Lakers, Mavs, Nets, Pistons, Pacers, Spurs and Wolves are all good enough to win it all.

Story | Conversation | February 24, 2004

Eight questions, eight answers

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Let's ponder the Rockets, Wolves, new coaches, Blazers, Kings, Rookie of the Year, Mavs and Kobe.

Story | Conversation | October 26, 2003

Bird should've faced facts with Thomas

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

At the very least, Isiah Thomas deserved a face-to-face with Larry Bird before getting fired.

Story | Conversation | August 28, 2003

Will Karl take full timeout from coaching?

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

His dismissal by the Bucks has allowed George Karl to take a long look at life and the game.

Story | Conversation | July 31, 2003

Getting early read on how West will react

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Gary Payton's earthshaking decision to sign with the Lakers sent tremors throughout the West.

Story | Conversation | July 08, 2003

Heat are also in running for free agent Payton

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Free-agent guard Gary Payton is expected to decide Tuesday whether he will accept the Lakers' mid-level exception, according to a source.

Story | Conversation | July 07, 2003

Shopping for free agency's best bargains

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Some free agents figure to break the bank. These guys will help your team break through.

Story | Conversation | July 03, 2003

Counting down top 10s in free agency

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

The best bargain in NBA free agency is the Spurs' backup point who played like a starter.

Story | Conversation | June 30, 2003

MJ's true legacy: Leaving it out on the floor

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

Even with six titles, Michael Jordan continues to leave his heart and soul out on the floor.

Story | Conversation | March 13, 2003

Versatile Bucks will be difficult to defend

David Aldridge, Special to ESPN.com

The acquisition of Gary Payton gives the Bucks too many weapons for most defenses to handle.

Story | Conversation | February 20, 2003
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