When the Los Angeles Lakers captured their third straight championship on the backs of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal, it’s strange to think that people believed there was a contentious relationship between them.

Shaquille O'Neal reveals how he motivated Kobe Bryant using comparisons to LeBron James and Michael Jordan.

NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins believes Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is the closest player to Michael Jordan.

Kobe Bryant #8 of the Los Angeles Lakers shares a laugh with Michael Jordan #23 of the Washington Wizards during the game at Staples Center on March 28, 20

Bryant always wanted to be the best. He had an amazing drive and was never satisfied with himself. That made him such a great player and one of the most fierce competitors that th