Legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson once said that Michael Jordan wouldn’t be his first pick if he were starting up his own dream team.
Kobe Bryant Played Sneaky Pivotal Role in Anthony Davis Going To the Lakers
LeBron James made little attempt to hide his recruitment of Anthony Davis to the Lakers. Yet, James wasn’t the first Laker to recruit Davis.
Kobe Bryant Went to Crazy Lengths to Trash Talk Tony Parker During the Lakers-Spurs Rivalry
During his legendary career with the LA Lakers, Kobe Bryant had an intense rivalry with Tony Parker and the Spurs.
Stephen Curry Had Quite the Weekend With the Fake Quote Nonsense Involving LeBron James and Joining Kobe Bryant in the NBA Record Books
On the same weekend in which a fake quote from Stephen Curry involving LeBron James went viral, the two-time MVP scored a career-high 62 points.
An Upset Kobe Bryant Was Preparing to Battle Nike at Time of His Death
Before Kobe Bryant’s tragic passing this past January, the former Los Angeles Lakers great had a game-changing move in the works.
What NBA Player Has Scored the Most Points on Christmas Day?
A look at which NBA players have scored the most points in games played on Christmas Day.
The LA Lakers’ 2020 NBA Championship Rings Are the Most Expensive in History
The 2020 NBA championship rings that were given to the Los Angeles Lakers are said to be the most expensive rings in league history.
The NBA All-Time Scoring List Looks Just a Bit Different When You Combine the Regular Season and Playoffs
Combining the regular season and postseason, the NBA all-time scoring list looks just a little different than what people are used to seeing.
Kawhi Leonard Is Receiving Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant-Like Treatment From Tyronn Lue and the Clippers
Kawhi Leonard is a superstar for the LA Clippers. He is now receiving Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant treatment on the court, too.
Kobe Bryant Revealed An Unmistakable Reason For Preferring No. 24
Former Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant had clear and on-brand reason why he was pulled greater toward No. 24 over No. 8.
Vanessa Bryant Sends Heartfelt Message on Anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s Jersey Retirement
Vanessa Bryant sent a heartfelt message on Friday as a way to honor Kobe Bryant on the three-year anniversary of his jersey retirement.
Kobe Bryant’s Tragic Death Is Causing a Vicious Fight Between Widow Vanessa and Her Mother
After dealing with the tragic death of husband Kobe and daughter Gianna, Vanessa Bryant is now being sued by her mother.
6 Sports Stars Who Died in 2020
Adding to the misery of 2020 are the deaths of many beloved figures from sports stars, like Kobe Bryant and David Stern.
A High School Jersey Sold for $192,000 — and It Wasn’t Michael Jordan’s
A bidder has purchased Barack Obama’s senior-year basketball jersey for $192.000, setting a record for a high school jersey.
What are the 5 Biggest Contracts in Lakers History?
With Anthony Davis securing a lucrative deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, here are the five biggest contracts in team history.
Kobe Bryant’s Honest Advice Motivated Wesley Matthews During His Injury Rehab
When Wesley Matthews tore his Achilles tendon in 2015, Kobe Bryant reached out to him and gave him some advice that he’ll always remember.
Shareef O’Neal Finds a Special Way to Honor His Father and Kobe Bryant Through His Jersey Number
Shareef O’Neal will honor his father and Kobe Bryant with his jersey number during his time at LSU.
Kobe Bryant Has Made an Unbelievable Amount of Money Since His Tragic Death
Kobe Bryant was an iconic basketball player for the LA Lakers. Since his tragic death, Bryant has actually continued to make millions.
Kobe Bryant Knew All Along That James Harden Wouldn’t Win an NBA Title
Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant voiced last year a stern prediction that is coming true about Houston Rockets guard James Harden.
Kobe Bryant Only Had 1 Coach That Had To Ask Him To Shoot
There are few people who would argue that Kobe Bryant didn’t shoot enough during his career. But there is one coach who had to implore Bryant to shoot.
Shaquille O’Neal Has an Idea for the Kobe Bryant Statue That Will Stand Outside of the Staples Center
Shaquille O’Neal has an idea about the statue for Kobe Bryant and it’s a pose of one of Bryant’s most iconic game-winning shots.
Allen Iverson Revealed His Regrets In Regards to Kobe Bryant
Fellow superstar Kobe Bryant was one of Allen Iverson’s adversaries on the court, but the two didn’t have a personal relationship.
Kobe Bryant Made His Underwhelming NBA Debut for the Lakers 24 Years Ago, Today
Kobe Bryant made his NBA debut for the Lakers on Nov. 3, 1996, and he sure didn’t look like he would become one of the greatest players of all time.
Kobe Bryant Considered the Bulls His ‘No. 1 Choice’ if the Lakers Traded Him in 2007
Kobe Bryant openly wanted the Los Angeles Lakers to trade him numerous times throughout his career. Bryant considered the Bulls his ‘No. 1’ choice in 2007.
Soccer Star Carli Lloyd Isn’t Afraid of Retirement Because of Kobe Bryant
Carli Lloyd is one of the most decorated women’s soccer players of all time. Heading into retirement she’s taking some inspiration from Kobe Bryant.
Devin Booker Has More in Common With Kobe Bryant Than You Know
Devin Booker has proven to be one of the most exciting scorers in the NBA. How did Kobe Bryant inspire Booker’s exciting style of play?
Mike Krzyzewski Reveals His Favorite Kobe Bryant Story: ‘I Was the Only Coach Ever To Ask Him To Shoot’
Kobe Bryant had a legendary career with the LA Lakers. However, one of Mike Krzyzewski’s favorite memories of Bryant came from Team USA.
LeBron James Sends Heartfelt Message to Kobe Bryant After Winning NBA Title: ‘Hope I Made You Proud’
LeBron James dedicated the 2020 NBA title to his late friend, Kobe Bryant, and he just sent him an emotional message after the dust settled.
A Lakers Assistant Coach Revealed the Best Advice Kobe Bryant Ever Gave Him
Phil Handy has been working with NBA players for years. He can still remember the best piece of advice he ever got from Kobe Bryant.
Shaq’s Incredible Florida Mansion Includes a Tribute to Kobe Bryant
For sale for a whopping $21.9 million, Shaquille O’Neal’s mansion just outside of Orlando has a touching tribute to the late Kobe Bryant.
Shaquille O’Neal Still ‘Coping’ Months After Kobe Bryant’s Tragic Death
Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal is still dealing with the tragic death of his former teammate and friend Kobe Bryant.
Lakers Just Cemented Kobe Bryant Being a Part of Their NBA Title Run
The Los Angeles Lakers are inching closer to securing an NBA title, which they have decided to uniquely honor Kobe Bryant once more.
Kobe Bryant’s Retirement Impacted Dwyane Wade More Than He Thought It Would
Aaround the time Kobe Bryant retired from the Lakers and the NBA, Heat star Dwyane Wade struggled internally with his game.
Kobe Bryant Helps Josh Allen During His Heroic Performances for the Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen proved his toughness against the Las Vegas Raiders. Kobe Bryant potentially helped Allen during the game too.
Kobe Bryant’s Initial Introduction To Shaq and the Rest of His Lakers Teammates in 1996 Got Super Awkward in a Hurry
A look back at Kobe Bryant’s initial introduction to Shaquille O’Neal and the rest of his Lakers teammates in 1996, which got pretty awkward.
A Story Involving Kobe Bryant and a Blue Elephant Shows Just How Competitive He Truly Was
A little-known story involving a teenage Kobe Bryant and a stuffed blue elephant shows just how competitive the five-time NBA champ could be.
Kobe Bryant Punched a Lakers Teammate Over a $100 Debt Before Offering an Emotional Apology
In 2002, Kobe Bryant punched one of his Lakers teammates over a $100 debt before making an emotional pre-game apology.
LeBron James Regrets What He Didn’t Do With Kobe Bryant
LeBron James still has one regret involving Lakers great Kobe Bryant that he still eats away at him over the last several months.
Dwight Howard Channeled His Inner Kobe Bryant During a Postgame Interview
Dwight Howard gave a Kobe Bryant response after the Lakers Game 4 win over the Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals.
Kobe Bryant Was ‘the Least-Liked Player’ on His Team Growing Up in Italy
These days, Kobe Bryant’s name towers over basketball history. During his childhood in Italy, however, the guard was quite a bit less popular.
2 Former NBA Players Detail the Moment When Shaq Slapped Kobe Bryant During a Pick-up Game
There was a time during the 1998 NBA lockout when Shaq and Kobe Bryant were playing in a pick-up game and things got heated.
A Piece of Kobe Bryant Memorabilia That Lets Fans Take the Floor
Kobe Bryant was one of the greatest NBA players ever, and an upcoming auction lets fans take the floor — if they can afford it.
Kobe Bryant Is Inspiring Saquon Barkley at His Lowest Moment
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley appears to be turning to Kobe Bryant for inspiration in his recovery from a knee injury.
Anthony Davis Paid Homage to Kobe Bryant in the Best Way After His Game-Winning Shot
Anthony Davis saved the Lakers with a buzzer-beating 3-pointer in Game 2 of the WCF, and the first thing he did after was honor Kobe Bryant.
Shane Battier Had a Genius Plan Turn Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality Into a Disadvantage
Plenty of NBA players tried to defend Kobe Bryant without much success. Shane Battier, however, tried a unique tactic: using Kobe’s Mamba Mentality against him.
Lebron James’ Path to the NBA Finals Will Be Very Similar to Kobe Bryant’s in 2009 If James Wins This Year
If LeBron James wins the title this year, it will be very similar to Kobe Bryant’s 2009 championship run.
Kobe Bryant Studied an Incredibly Dull Book in Order To Gain an On-Court Advantage
While every NBA player studies film, Kobe Bryant is no ordinary NBA player. The Los Angeles Lakers star also read a boring book to gain a competitive edge.
Chris Bosh Thinks Kobe Bryant Would’ve Gone to the NBA Bubble Just for the Rides
Chris Bosh is still grappling with the passing of Kobe Bryant. He believes the Black Mamba would’ve gone to Orlando for one reason.
Which NBA Player Has the Bestselling Book of All Time?
After retiring, many NBA players author books that become bestsellers. Let’s find out which NBA player has the best-selling book ever.
Kobe Bryant Was So Determined During His Career, He Would Practice Without a Basketball
Kobe Bryant’s hard work and dedication allowed him to have a lot of success during his NBA career. There’s a reason he’s considered one of the best.
Kobe Bryant Had a Hilarious Response To Dwyane Wade Accidentally Breaking His Nose During an All-Star Game
Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade had some intense battles against each other on the basketball court. One time, Wade even broke Bryant’s nose.