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Questions and answers in the wake of a six-game 'sweep'

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

Marc Stein answers six key questions in the wake of an NBA Finals six-game "sweep."

Story | Conversation | June 20, 2008

Shaq's nemesis is in mirror

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

While the world sees Bryant as the villain in the Shaq-Kobe rivalry, O'Neal needs to look in the mirror.

Story | Conversation | December 20, 2004

Shaq screamed for attention

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

Shaquille O'Neal's trade "demand" showed how little control he had in his last days as a Laker.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2004

Why Jackson in Jersey makes sense

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The Nets could be looking for a new coach. Phil Jackson could be looking for a new job. Hmmm.

Story | Conversation | March 07, 2004

You better recognize these Lakers

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The Lakers have proved they can dominate. The scary thing is that they haven't even played their best ball.

Story | Conversation | December 04, 2003

Spirit of Chick will be felt in Springfield

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

If you think Chick Hearn won't be heard at the 2003 Hall of Fame enshrinement, think again.

Story | Conversation | September 02, 2003

West's best all looking to get better

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The Mavericks, Kings and Lakers will make moves hoping to be the team that can beat the Spurs.

Story | Conversation | June 18, 2003

The ones who hold upper hand on Lakers

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The Spurs, Kings and Mavericks have an edge on the Lakers and it's not just homecourt.

Story | Conversation | April 17, 2003

When Kings, Lakers started hating each other

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The hatred between the Kings and Lakers has been built on many antagonizing moments.

Story | Conversation | December 24, 2002

14-0 means nothing ... and everything

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

Looking back at other teams that got off to fast starts, the Mavs' 14-0 start doesn't mean much. But it also means a lot.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2002

By doing nothing, Shaq proves his worth

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The Lakers' losses further proved that Shaquille O'Neal is the NBA's most valuable player.

Story | Conversation | November 22, 2002

Kings should've taken out the trash long ago

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

The ongoing trash talk with the Kings has motivated the Lakers to become a better team.

Story | Conversation | October 25, 2002

For an encore, Bibby must perform again

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

Mike Bibby faces a different kind of pressure this season: the expectations of an NBA star.

Story | Conversation | October 09, 2002

Kings stay in high-stakes game

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

By deciding to keep their roster intact, the Kings are banking on the big payoff.

Story | Conversation | July 05, 2002

What to do in the Pacific this offseason

Scott Howard-Cooper, Special to ESPN.com

While their division mates seek answers, the Lakers just need to find motivation for a four-peat.

Story | Conversation | July 04, 2002