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The Storybook Finish: Why Kobe Bryant’s 2016 Final Act Was More Than a Championship in 2025

When I caught up with Kobe Bryant for Scoop B Radio in August 2017, the world was still buzzing from his legendary 60-point exit. In that conversation,

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How Ronaldinho shocked Kobe Bryant by predicting Lionel Messi’s rise to GOAT status

Kobe Bryant would find out about Lionel Messi’s greatness before most of the world did — thanks to Ronaldinho. Before Lionel Messi became football’s defining star, Kobe Bryant already knew what was coming.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 24

Rich Paul Ranks Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Michael Jordan in His All-Time List

Rich Paul, one of the most popular sports agents in the business is the CEO and founder of Klutch Sports Group, which represents a wide range of athletes, including Anthony Davis, Draymond Green, and LeBron James.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / December 23

Kobe Bryant's Nike Slides Get 3 New Lakers Colorways

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant built one of the most popular basketball shoe lines of all time with Nike. Not only are Nike Kobe sneakers still the gold standard for performance basketball shoes, but the signature line is rapidly expanding in all directions.

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The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz

In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 23

EXCLUSIVE: Pau Gasol tells perfect Kobe Bryant story from 2008 Summer Olympics

Alongside Kobe Bryant, Basketball Hall of Famer Pau Gasol helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers to back-to-back NBA titles in 2009 and 2010, defeating Kevin Garnett and the Big 3 Boston Celtics in a legendary rivalry that defined an era.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Fadeaway World / December 23

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Channels Inner Kobe Bryant On Historic NBA Night

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on a show to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder past the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. With a 119-103 win, the Thunder moved past Memphis with ease.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22

Samaki Walker dishes on Kobe Bryant sucker punch that ended in tears

Everyone knew that Kobe Bryant had a way of doing things and expected others to live up to it. That especially applied to his teammates on the Lakers. One of those was former player Samaki Walker.

College Basketball News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / December 22

Former Duke Basketball Star Ryan Kelly Still Smiling Overseas

Including the somewhat obscure yet meaningful distinction of being the last player to ever sub in for the now-late Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant, former four-year Duke basketball player and 2010 national champion Ryan Kelly has already enjoyed a memorable career on the hardwood.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Scoop B / December 22

With LeBron nearing his final chapter, can we finally settle the ’96 NBA Draft Class vs. 2003 NBA Draft Class debate in 2025?

Back in 2017, the Los Angeles Lakers retired Kobe Bryant’s legendary No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys. It was the perfect moment to reopen the greatest debate in NBA Draft history: ’96 vs.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 22

Giannis Antetokounmpo Marveled At ‘Aura’ Of Kobe Bryant During Workout

During Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s farewell tour in 2016, he was getting a chance to compete against new faces of the league with one of them being Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / December 21

Rapper Wale Pays Respect to Kobe Bryant but Picks LeBron James’ Signature Sneakers as His Favorite

Comparisons in the NBA are not just between legends, but their brands as well. Depending on who someone favors, they gravitate toward a particular line of shoes or merchandise.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 21

Exclusive: How Kobe Bryant rivalry fueled Shaq to hit ‘apex level’

When it comes to NBA duos, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal are cemented into the history of the league. They led the Los Angeles Lakers to three consecutive championships (2000-2002) despite any conflict or personal afflictions that came their way.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 20

Controversial Former Kobe Bryant-Era Lakers Coach Nominated for Basketball Hall of Fame

Former Los Angeles Lakers coach Mark D'Antoni has been nominated for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame for the 2026 class. D'Antoni is a new candidate for the Hall of Fame, joining a long list of basketball's greatest teams, coaches and players that are eligible for induction.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 19

Vince Carter Reveals Where Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant Belongs in NBA GOAT Talks

Former 18-time All-Star Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant's place on the list of the greatest NBA players of all time is a hotly contested issue.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / December 19

Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals Kobe Bryant’s lessons that shaped him as a player today

Kobe Bryant served as a mentor to a number of NBA stars, including Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kyrie Irving, before his untimely death.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA Analysis Network / December 18

Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals the biggest lesson he learned from Kobe Bryant, ‘I don’t give a…’

Kobe Bryant was a mentor to several NBA players, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kyrie Irving, before his tragic passing. Bryant was a fierce competitor and often a difficult teammate during his playing days, but he had softened in his retirement.

NBA News / HITC / December 18

How a Christmas gift from Kobe Bryant changed everything for Jalen Brunson in high school

Jalen Brunson was inspired by Kobe Bryant long before he even set foot in the NBA. Kobe Bryant is still revered by many NBA fans for paying the game forward in a way few others did.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Fadeaway World / December 18

Giannis Antetokounmpo On What Kobe Bryant Said Was His Biggest Strength And Weakness

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo recently appeared on the ‘Thanalysis Show,’ which is his older brother Thanasis Antetokounmpo’s podcast, and spoke about his workout regimen.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Fadeaway World / December 18

Fred VanVleet Says Kawhi Leonard Thought 2019 Title Put Him Ahead Of Kobe Bryant

Fred VanVleet offered insight into Kawhi Leonard’s mindset following the Raptors’ 2019 championship. Speaking on the Unguarded podcast, VanVleet recalled a moment that revealed how Leonard believed that title changed his standing among the game’s all-time greats.