Basketball Legend, Who Was a Nightmare for Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant’s Lakers

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When Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal were on the court together, the Los Angeles Lakers were unstoppable

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They led a dynasty that won three titles in three seasons

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Despite this, there was a six-foot guard who was a threat to both Kobe and Shaq

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Allen Iverson led the Philadelphia 76ers to the NBA Finals and faced the Los Angeles Lakers

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Even though he didn't win, Iverson was arguably the sole reason Philly was at the NBA Finals in 2001.

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As soon as he entered the league, Iverson made a splash

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When he was a rookie, Michael Jordan crossed up against the NBA Hall of Famer

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His single snatchback paved the way for one of the greatest offensive players in NBA history

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