BASKETBALL NIRVANA: The unforgettable, controversial Lakers-Kings rivalry of the early 2000s

by Matt Johnson

The early 2000s was a time of change around the world. Technology was evolving. Mindsets were changing. After the events of 9/11, the world would also never be the same. The NBA was also changing. Moving on after the retirement of superstar Michael Jordan required a new wave of stars, and new rivalries. One rivalry that emerged was between the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings. It pitted stars such as Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant against Chris Webber and Mike Bibby. It was a classic David versus Goliath tale, with the mighty Southern California juggernaut, the Lakers, squaring off against the smaller Sacramento franchise. It was a rivalry that was as heated as the NBA had seen, and it wasn't short on controversy. The rivalry has cooled off in recent years, but that era will never be forgotten due to the great games, great performances of the stars, and the colorful personality of those involved. They share their story here through never-before-heard interviews, and dogged research.

89 pages, Paperback

Published December 11, 2021

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