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#5 vs the Phoenix Suns, Western Conference Semifinals Game 2, 10th May 2000
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It was this shot against the Phoenix Suns in game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals that kicked off the legend of Kobe as a clutch game-winner. While Kobe's overall game stats weren't very impressive (he scored 15 points on 6-of-11 shooting), coach Phil Jackson gave the ball to him in clutch time, knowing his incredible scoring prowess in isolation.
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Kobe found himself facing a to-be-prime Jason Kidd, who's arguably the greatest defender to ever play at the point guard position. #8 ran down the clock to less than 10 seconds before crossing up Kidd and getting separation. Rodney Rogers rushes in for the help defense, but Kobe drained the game-winner with 2 hands in his face.
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