The Los Angeles Lakers ushered in the new millennium by showcasing one of the greatest dynasties in league history led by Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant.
O’Neal’s dominance paired with Bryant’s emergence as the heir to Michael Jordan paved the way for their three-peat from the 2000-02 NBA season. Their four NBA Finals appearances in eight seasons together would officially etch out their place as the league’s next premier dynasty.
Naturally, their stellar run has gone through its fair share of comparisons to some of the other notable dynasties the league has witnessed.