25 years ago today, "Sharks" O'Neal scored 40 points and 24 rebounds in the finals G2, leading the team to win.

On June 10, 2000, in the NBA Finals G2, the Lakers played against the Pacers at home. In this game, Lakers center O'Neal started a big kill. He played 45 minutes and 28 seconds, made 11 of 18 shots, made 18 free throws, scored 40 points, 24 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 blocks, leading the Lakers to capture their opponents 111-104, leading the series to lead 2-0.

In that year, the Lakers finally defeated the Pacers 4-2 and won the championship.