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WNBA legend recalls LA Lakers changing her life in 1981 despite Pat Riley sulking
Pat Riley had an iconic stint as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, winning four NBA championships. His tenacious attitude is often talked about, which is why it is difficult to imagine everyone being able to cope with it, but for WNBA legend Nancy Lieberman, Riley’s coaching was career-defining.
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