Article: Kidd: 'Destiny vs. Dynasty': Lakers poised for a three-peat in; NBA Finals

LOS ANGELES - This might be a tough encore for the Los Angeles Lakers.

After winning one of the most riveting series in playoff history, they still need four wins over the New Jersey Nets to earn their third straight title and a spot in the record books for their coach.

But if ever the NBA Finals could possibly be considered an afterthought, it's now.

After all, the Lakers are 9-1 favorites over the upstart Nets after beating the Sacramento Kings in a series many believe determined the championship.

One problem could be a letdown, at least early in the best-of- seven series. The Lakers were indeed tested by the Kings in the Western Conference finals and were left with little time to gear up ...

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