English feature · same subject as above · Team: Los Angeles Lakers / Star: LeBron James I The Night October 11, 2020, AdventHealth Arena, inside the Orlando…
In 2009 the Lakers beat Orlando 4-1; Kobe’s first title as the undisputed leader ended the “Shaq’s shadow” tag.
The 2010 FMVP was “steadier” than 2009—it proved the first wasn’t a fluke, against a far tougher Boston.
The 5th ring put Kobe in the five-title club—all with one franchise, welding loyalty to success.
The 2010 title was revenge on Boston—Kobe closed the 2008 loop without a word, only defense.
A 6-of-23 Game 7, yet the FMVP—voters rewarded Kobe’s 15 boards and defense, not his shooting.
The 2002 crown was earned by obsession and work, not luck—the never-quit mindset voters honored with the MVP.
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In 2010 the Lakers beat Boston 4-3 (Game 7, 83-79); Kobe’s fifth ring repaid the 2008 loss.
Gasol shot 60%, yet the FMVP went to Kobe—because his gravity created those open looks. “Can’t-win-without-you.”