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"I didn't get the new guys on board enough" - Kobe Bryant took blame for Lakers being upset by Pistons in 2004 NBA Finals
"On the Pistons thing, that's my fault because I didn't get us prepared to run our automatics," Bryant said. "I didn't get ...
Sports Illustrated10d
Derek Fisher Reveals New Take on Iconic Buzzer Beater From 2004 Playoffs
Back in the 2004 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers were trying to win ... The Lakers made it all the way to the NBA Finals before losing to the Detroit Pistons in five games.
LeBron Wire on MSN5d
Kobe Bryant said he almost left the Lakers for one team in 2004
Twice during his storied career, Kobe Bryant nearly left the Lakers due to frustration over his circumstances.
Lakers Nation6d
Lakers News: Derek Fisher Credits Gary Payton For Game-Winning Shot Against Spurs
Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Derek Fisher credited Gary Payton for his game-winning shot against the San Antonio Spurs.
The New York Times27d
Which teams can win the NBA title? History says these teams are on the short list
The other four teams that went on to win titles over the last quarter century without having a top-10 offense through 25 games were the 2010 Lakers, 2004 Pistons, 2003 Spurs and 2000 Lakers.
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'I didn't get the new guys on board enough' - Kobe Bryant took blame for Lakers being upset by Pistons in 2004 NBA Finals
The Los Angeles Lakers were a dynasty ... their defensive mastery. The 2004 Detroit Pistons held opponents to 84.3 PPG, an NBA record. In the playoffs, they held opponents to 80.7 PPG.