I know this isn't Lakers news, but The Greastest Of All Time gets inducted into the Hall tomorrow.  While I'm sure there are many Lakers fans who may think Magic deserves to be considered the GOAT, Jordan is the most accomplished player ever to lace them up.  Congrats, Mike.  I'm glad enough I'm old enough to have watched you in your prime.

• Michael Jordan's induction to the Basketball Hall of Fame - ESPN Chicago
• Michael Jordan's induction to the Basketball Hall of Fame - ESPN ChicagoNBA.com: Sam Smith's Top 23 Michael Jordan memories
• Michael Jordan Doesn't Need Your Favors - TrueHoop By Henry Abbott - ESPN

Here are some Kobe vs. Jordan Highlights:

• YouTube - Kobe vs Jordan, December 1997
• YouTube - Kobe vs Jordan part 2., February 1st, 1998
• YouTube - Jordan and Kobe @ All-Star 1998
• YouTube - Michael Jordan vs. Kobe Bryant (February 12, 2002)
• YouTube - Kobe Bryant greatest games: 55pts in last game vs Jordan

• Pau Gasol: Still the Rodney Dangerfield of the NBA? | Lakers Blog | Los Angeles Times
• Spain Squeaks By Slovenia at Lakers.com BasketBlog
  (How's that finger Pau?)
• NBA.com: Gasol guides Spain to victory over Britain at EuroBasket
  (I guess it's alright.)
• Lakers a popular choice in summertime forecasts | Lakers Blog | Los Angeles Times
• Forum Blue And Gold " Lakers/Celtics Stories: Some Favorites
• Jordan Farmar will change jersey number to #1 | The Lakers Nation
  (It would be nice for you to TAKE the #1 PG spot to go with that number.  It means you've improved.  Force Phil's hand, Jordan.  You either start or become a great tradeable asset.  Either way, both parties win.  Fish is like a loose tooth that won't fall out, but can't get pulled yet.  You are the new tooth waiting to pop up.  Knock the old tooth out already.)

Click on through for more links after the Jump...

• ShamSports.com: "That Guy We Drafted," 1996
  "- 13th pick: Kobe Bryant (Charlotte Hornets) - Kobe has now won more rings without Shaq than Jordan won without Pippen. Just saying."
  (Haha.)
• Allen Iverson officially joins Memphis Grizzlies - ESPN
  (#1 in that '96 Draft )
• 20 Second Timeout: Lindy's Pro Basketball 2009-10 Examines Shaq-LeBron Duo, Nash's Legacy, Tex Winter's Influence on Phil Jackson
• NBA.com: Take it from Rick Barry: LeBron's going to need a co-pilot
  (Hat tip to LA Times Lakers Blog)
• Did the Celtics Run Too Hard and Peak Too Soon? - CelticsBlog
  (A curious thought and something to think about this season for our Lakers.  Although, I think we have the best coach in the NBA when it comes to not worrying about little things in December.  A coach who sees the big picture.  PJ's team usually peak at the right time...heading into the Playoffs.  Except this past season, in which we peaked halfway in the Playoffs.)
• The 10 best passers of the last decade - Ball Don't Lie - NBA - Yahoo! Sports
• Milwaukee Bucks don't match Minnesota Timberwolves' offer sheet to Ramon Sessions - ESPN
• Minnesota Timberwolves get Antonio Daniels from New Orleans Hornets for Darius Songaila and Bobby Brown - ESPN
  (What's that?  Another short guard on the Wolves?  I foresee some big nights for Mr. Bryant against the Minnesota.  Look at their roster.  Not one guard who will get meaningful minutes is over 6'3".)
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• NBA.com: Despite image, Robinson was as tough as they come
• NBA referees bracing for season-opening lockout - NBA - SI.com
• Is David Stern Threatening a Referee Lockout to Scare Players? -- NBA FanHouse
• Dirk Nowitzki, Dwyane Wade may be in for sobering seasons ahead - Chris Mannix - SI.com
  
• Cheaper Nets Arena Design Unveiled As Brooklyn Move Reaches Critical Moment -- NBA FanHouse
  (The House that Jason Kidd built?  That LeBron "could" pay for?)
• NBA.com: EuroBasket roundup: Turiaf, Parker lead France past Russia
  (Go Ronny!)