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Lakers finish off Magic for 15th NBA championship

Jun. 14, 2009
Kobe Bryant leads the way with 30 points, six rebounds and five assists for his fourth title. He earns the series MVP award as well. Phil Jackson becomes the first coach with 10 titles. It was a night of redemption for the Lakers.
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President Obama awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom in Washington
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President Barack Obama awards the the Presidential Medal of Freedom to singer/songwriter Bob Dylan during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House in Washington on May 29, 2012. The Medal of Freedom is our NationÕs highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. UPI/Kevin Dietsch