Shaq Attack! Get To Know The Big Man Like Never Before

The Diesel Wins MVP

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New head coach Phil Jackson came onboard and immediately told Shaq: “the [NBA’s] MVP trophy should be named after him when he retired.” Jackson begged for Shaq to become more of a team player and to focus especially on defense.

The results were remarkable. Shaq ended up securing his first league MVP. The success didn’t end there, the Lakers also became the team to beat in the NBA. They were on their way to legendary status.