Brian Shaw
Basketball player and coach, Lakers.
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Played professional basketball in the NBA for teams such as the Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, and Los Angeles Lakers. Contributed to the Lakers’ success during the late 1990s, winning three consecutive NBA championships from 2000 to 2002. Transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach for multiple NBA teams. Became the head coach for the Denver Nuggets in 2013.
Won three NBA Championships with the Los Angeles Lakers from 2000 to 2002
Served as head coach of the Denver Nuggets
Played for the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers
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