Shaq’s recent confession about Kobe Bryant will leave you in tears.

Despite all the drama that happened between Shaq and Kobe in their eight years as teammates, they had a lot of respect for each other.

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They won three straight NBA championships and made the playoffs every single year.

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One of the more iconic highlights they had as a duo was the lob Kobe threw to Shaq in game 7 of the 2000 Western Conference Finals.

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The highlight not only completed their comeback after trailing in the 4th, but it was also the play that started their dynasty.

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When the lob was replayed during pregame of the NBA finals, Shaq immediately felt nostalgic.

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Matt Winer asked him if he was surprised the highlight happened 23 years ago and his response will leave you emotional.

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“I'm happy that happened but every time I see my young fella, he's not with us anymore, it kinda makes me sad," Shaq said.

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"Of course, it was a happy moment but If I could trade that moment and have him sitting here with us… that would be better for me.” Shaq added.

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It's been three years, but it is clear that Shaq still hasn't completely moved on from his buddy's tragic death.

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