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Kobe Bryant on jersey retirement: 'I'd probably force Shaq to do it'

The Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant look on during Game 6 of the 2000 NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers. O'Neal and Bryant went on to win three consecutive NBA Championships in Los Angeles. (Photo: Robert Hanashiro, USA TODAY)

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    Kobe and Shaq have a never-ending, always-entertaining love-hate relationship.

    The Lakers retired Jamaal Wilkes' No. 52 jersey during Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

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    Following the game, Kobe was asked about his own jersey retirement ceremony. Who would present his jersey when the time came?

    After pausing for a moment, Kobe responded, "I'd probably force Shaq to do it."

    And the only thing better than his response was his reaction.

    Kobe with the jokes. (Photo: Screengrab via LakersNation.com)