This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Sinks Buzzer-Beater Against Trail Blazers In Double Overtime
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Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had a plethora of unforgettable moments over the course of his 20-year career but on April 14, 2004, he really outdid himself.
During the summer of 2003, the Lakers added aging stars Gary Payton and Karl Malone, who decided to team up with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal for the pursuit of a championship. While the Lakers had a successful season, they weren’t quite as dominant as some predicted they would be.
L.A. wrapped up the season against the Portland Trailblazers, where they needed a win in order to finish on top of the Pacific Division and secure the second playoff seed in the Western Conference.