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Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 20
Lakers Honored Kobe Bryant and Gigi By Winning the 2020 NBA Title: Danny Green
NBA championships have always been the standard for the Los Angeles Lakers. Unfortunately, the team hasn’t experienced that level in the past few years.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 19
Tim Duncan’s Leadership Style Gets a Deeper Look That Fans Rarely Ever See
When fans talk about leadership in the NBA circle, the conversation usually favours just a couple of A-listers. It’s either Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and a few more, but never Tim Duncan.
Los Angeles Clippers News / The SportsRush / January 19
There’s No Comparison Between Kobe Bryant and Kawhi Leonard: Danny Green
Kawhi Leonard’s legacy remains one of the NBA’s most controversial topics. Although he has an impressive catalogue of achievements, his various injuries create a grey area in his standing among the greats.
The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz
How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / January 19
'Got Our Butts Kicked for Three Quarters': JJ Redick Reflects on Bittersweet 41-Point Night One Day Before Kobe Bryant’s Historic 81
January 21-22, 2006 delivered two unforgettable performances separated by 24 hours. One became college hoops lore because of JJ Redick’s record-breaking performance.
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 19
JJ Redick Reflects on Best Duke Performance One Day Before Kobe Bryant Dropped 81 Points
JJ Redick was one of the best pure scorers in college basketball history. During his time at Duke, he shattered school scoring records and won National Player of the Year honors in the 2005–06 season.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 18
Kobe Bryant’s Ex-Teammate Arrested Over DUI Charges
14 NBA seasons with four teams, including two championships alongside Pau Gasol and Kobe Bryant. The basketball side of Lamar Odom’s story was gold; life off the court hasn’t been so smooth.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 17
Shaq Shares Wild Story About Meeting 13-Year-Old Kobe Bryant
NBA history is full of legendary moments, but some of the most fascinating stories happen long before the spotlight turns on. One such moment came recently when Shaquille O’Neal shared an unforgettable story about meeting a 13-year-old Kobe Bryant, years before Bryant became one of the greatest players the game has ever seen.
Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / January 16
NBA scout blames Kobe Bryant fans for LeBron James’ lack of popularity on LA Lakers
An NBA scout has suggested that Kobe Bryant’s enduring popularity is why LeBron James still isn’t fully embraced by Los Angeles Lakers fans — even as he continues to defy expectations at 41.
Ahead of the Curve: Terrell Owens on 'The Mamba Mentality,' Breaking the Internet, and Being a Trailblazer
Terrell Owens has always been more than just a wide receiver; he is a cultural phenomenon whose impact on the game can still be felt in every end-zone
NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 14
NBA Champion Says Kobe Bryant Was Never 'Disrespectful' Amid Luka Doncic’s Harsh Dennis Schroder Remark
There is a fine line between trash-talking and being disrespectful. And somehow, Luka Doncic happened to have overlooked that difference against Dennis Schroder on Dec 28.
Mamba Mentality Forever: Terrell Owens Reflects on Kobe Bryant’s Lasting Legacy
A decade has passed since the world watched Kobe Bryant walk off the Staples Center (now Crypto.com Arena) floor for the final time. While his tragic passing in 2020 left a void in the sports world, the “Mamba Mentality” has only intensified.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / January 14
'Worst Injury You Can Have': Dwight Howard Drops Bombshell on Why Kobe Bryant Superteam Was Lakers’ Biggest Flop
The 2012-13 Los Angeles Lakers had every tool on paper to dominate on the hardwood, with four future Hall of Famers: Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol, Steve Nash, and Dwight Howard.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 12
Nike bringing back Kobe Bryant’s 2004 All-Star sneakers
Long before NBA legend Kobe Bryant started his own iconic signature sneaker line with Nike, he wore several other silhouettes alongside a short stint with Adidas before joining the Swoosh.
The 25 most impactful injuries in NBA history
The unfortunate reality of basketball, and of any physical sport, is that injuries will happen. Most of the time, they're minor and just a blip, but sometimes, they have a much more significant impact.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / January 9
Watch: Anthony Edwards Wishes He Didn’t Reach 10,000 Points At Younger Age Than Kobe Bryant
Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had a massive impact on many of today’s athletes, and that includes Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. Edwards has been on a similar trajectory as Bryant after being drafted first overall in 2020, developing into one of the best two-way guards in the league.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / January 9
Anthony Edwards Reveals Major Change After Reaching 10K Points Faster Than Kobe Bryant
With Michael Jordan playing fairy godfather, it didn’t take long for Anthony Edwards to etch his name in NBA history. On the way to a 131-122 win against the Cavaliers, Antman joined Kobe Bryant in a club that only few NBA players reach this soon.
Orlando Magic News / HITC / January 7
How close Magic Johnson came to joining Shaquille O’Neal – Kobe Bryant LA Lakers in 1996
Magic Johnson had the opportunity to play with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal on the LA Lakers. Few “what if” scenarios in NBA history are as fascinating as the one involving Magic Johnson’s 1996 comeback and the start of the Kobe Bryant–Shaquille O’Neal era in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / January 2
Clippers' Kawhi Leonard matches Kobe Bryant with historic stretch
Leonard's recent scoring tear has accomplished far more than just putting the Los Angeles Clippers back in the hunt.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 2
Vanessa Bryant Thanks Taylor Swift For Wearing Kobe Bryant Mamba Sweater In Docuseries
The legacy of the late, great Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant continues to shine well beyond his tragic passing thanks in large part to his wife Vanessa Bryant and many stars who proudly represent what the legend was all about.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 28
Kobe Bryant Once Sucker Punched A Teammate For Not Paying His Dues
Stories about Kobe Bryant tend to orbit greatness, obsession, and edge. Occasionally, one cuts a little deeper and exposes how volatile that edge could be.
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,
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.
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 / Lakers Nation / December 14
Kobe Bryant & Shaquille O’Neal Championship Balls Sell In Auction
An iconic moment in Los Angeles Lakers history was Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal joining forces. Bryant, who was drafted out of high school in 1996, would grow into a dynamic pairing next to the most dominant center ever.
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