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Lakers Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant celebrate after defeating the 76ers in Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Philadelphia Wednesday June 13, 2001. (Photo by Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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Lakers Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant celebrate after defeating the 76ers in Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Philadelphia Wednesday June 13, 2001. (Photo by Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
The NBA league is often defined by eras, different players, and different franchises spanning a couple of years. While changing the course of the game, the 2000s also offered fans the classic O’Neal- Bryant duo. The two stars won three titles together, while also revolutionizing the league.
In fact, the two playing together and winning were an era in itself. While they won championships without each other, the 2000-2002 three-peat remains a highlight.
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Naturally, people want to witness what those years were like. Fueled with determination and the rocky relationship between Bryant and O’Neal, it would make for some interesting content. O’Neal, who has often spoken about his years in LA, agrees with that sentiment.
Shaquille O’Neal wants his and Kobe Bryant’s time in LA to be on Winning Time
HBO’s Winning Time is a show which explored the Lakers dynasty during the Showtime era (the 1980s). With season one now wrapped up, O’Neal is open to the idea of a season two.
Featuring him and Bryant, of course. “Let’s do it,” O’Neal said.
As mentioned, O’Neal and Bryant will remain Laker icons, which makes their content extremely popular. Furthermore, O’Neal has spoken openly about the Lakers following Bryant’s tragic death, even shedding light on their turbulent relationship. It would also be an excellent opportunity for fans to witness something new, albeit fictional.
O’Neal on Jerry West’s issue
While he seemed interested in a second part, the four-time NBA Champion also commented on Jerry West’s portrayal. Many, including West himself, have been unhappy with the character. West demanded an apology from the show makers, many fans and players supported his claim.
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 23: Former NBA player Shaquille O’Neal laughs as he attends the unveiling of the Shaq Courts at the Doolittle Complex donated by Icy Hot and the Shaquille O’Neal Foundation in partnership with the city of Las Vegas on October 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for Icy Hot)
O’Neal seemed to agree, adding how West was always “kind and compassionate”. “I’ve never seen him have those meltdowns. So I think that portrayal of Mr West was probably false,” O’Neal added.
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Overall, the show was liked by fans, everyone was curious about a non-documentary format.
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