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Stephen A. Smith has consistently been of LeBron James’ loudest, and admittedly harshest critics for over two decades now, throwing shade at his legacy, choices, and defeats to other greats in the game.

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Kobe Bryant Never Explained His Refusal To Shoot In 2006 G7 To Charles Barkley After Cursing Him Out

The Los Angeles Lakers were on the verge of pulling off a stunning first-round upset over the Phoenix Suns in 2006. But the defining moment of the series came down to Game 7 and an infamous Kobe Bryant hesitation that left the basketball world shocked.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 15

17-Year-Old Kobe Bryant Humbled Former DPOY During Lakers Workout

Next year will be the 30th anniversary of the 1996 NBA Draft, and if there’s one thing we need to celebrate, it’s somebody to explain how Kobe Bryant fell to the 13th pick.

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The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?

The 'Three Point Era 30-point game leaders' quiz

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The 'Teammates with 30+ points in one NBA Conference Finals game' quiz

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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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.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / December 12

Kobe Bryant's Nike Soccer Cleats Drop on December 15

NBA legend Kobe Bryant's love of soccer is well-documented. With the Nike Kobe line expanding into football and baseball over the past year, it is only right that the Black Mamba's presence be felt in soccer.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / December 11

Kobe Bryant's Game-Worn Nike Kobe 6 'Grinch' Hit Auction Block

The two-time defending champion Los Angeles Lakers faced the newly formed "Big Three" of the Miami Heat on Christmas Day 2010. To mark the occasion, Lakers guard Kobe Bryant debuted the Nike Kobe 6 "Grinch" colorway.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / December 10

Klay Thompson Compares Cooper Flagg To Kobe Bryant

Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks was one of the most anticipated draft prospects in recent memory, with multiple teams attempting to tank for his services.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 9

Lakers Champ Horace Grant Gets Honest About Shaquille O'Neal, Kobe Bryant Era

On the road to defining their own dynastic legacy, the Shaquille O'Neal-Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers leaned on some of the savvy vets hailing from Phil Jackson's last dynasty, the 1990s-era Chicago Bulls.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 9

Chris Paul To Eventually Reveal Conversation With Kobe Bryant From the ‘Lakers Contract Voided’ Night Was, Says Marc Spears

One of the biggest “what could have been” moments in NBA history went down 14 years ago today. Chris Paul was set to be traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, bringing him within arm’s reach of teaming up with Kobe Bryant.

Houston Rockets News / Fadeaway World / December 6

Kevin Durant Hits 31,000 Career Points; Reflects On Following Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant And 5 Other NBA Legends

Kevin Durant has now become part of an elusive group of NBA legends who have crossed the 31,000-point threshold for their careers. Only seven other players have accomplished this milestone.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / December 5

The Nike Kobe 9 Low 'Perspective' Shockingly Didn't Sell Out

Shortly after Black Friday, NBA fans and sneakerheads turned their attention to the latest drop from Kobe Bryant's signature Nike basketball shoe line.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 5

NBA Legend Shaquille O'Neal Addresses Career News Away From Basketball

Shaquille O'Neal is widely considered one of the best players in NBA history. O'Neal won several NBA championships during his time in the league, alongside some of the best players to ever play the game, such as Kobe Bryant.

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / December 4

Norman Powell Says Observing Kobe Bryant and Dwyane Wade Helped Prepare Him for Heat Culture

NBA cultures vary around the league, but Miami Heat culture is its own beast. It’s built on conditioning tests that make grown men question their life choices and a standard of toughness that isn’t up for debate.

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The 'Last 10-TD season by NFL team' quiz

The '2025-26 bowl game host cities' quiz

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The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz

Candace Parker Says Kobe Bryant’s 2008 Olympic Run Is 'Etched in Her Mind'

Candace Parker and Kobe Bryant had a close and supportive friendship that eventually evolved into a mentorship. The WNBA star would watch and study Bryant

Latest Nike NBA Report Puts Sabrina Ionescu in Rare Company With Kobe Bryant

Very few athletes ever get close to the space Kobe Bryant thrived in. Be it the basketball world or the off-court sneaker business side of the story. But Sabrina Ionescu has spent the past few seasons quietly building her brand, and today, what started as a unisex performance footwear release has become the talk of the town.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 2

Lakers’ Luka Doncic goes full Kobe Bryant in red-hot start vs. Suns

Luka Doncic is a true hooper through and through. It doesn’t matter if he’s playing three games in four nights or a back-to-back set — he’s always going to be bringing his best.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / December 1

Austin Reaves is doing even better than Kobe Bryant on court for LA Lakers in his fifth season

Kobe Bryant was synonymous with the Los Angeles Lakers during his 20-year NBA career. After all, Kobe Bryant accomplished all of his accolades as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, including five NBA Championships.

NBA News / Sneakers on SI / November 30

Vanessa Bryant Shows Off Nike Kobe Sneakers Dropping on Christmas Eve

NBA games on Christmas Day are a tradition for basketball fans. Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was known for memorable performances on the big day, and his signature sneaker line continues to dominate the holidays.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 30

Larry Nance Jr. Details Difference In Leadership Styles Of LeBron James & Kobe Bryant

Former Los Angeles Lakers draft pick Larry Nance Jr. is one of the few people that gets to say he played alongside both Kobe Bryant and LeBron James in his NBA career.

NBA News / HITC / November 28

Former NBA champion dubs Stephen Curry the greatest scoring guard ‘ever seen’

Forget Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant, Stephen Curry is the GOAT scoring guard! There has long been a debate among NBA fans about which NBA guard is the greatest scorer ever.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / November 27

Paul Pierce Takes Massive Shot at Kobe Bryant in Unexpected Comments

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce shared some interesting thoughts about former rival and Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant. Pierce and Bryant shared legendary battles for years as they were the top scorers on their respective teams.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 23

Gilbert Arenas disagrees with Paul Pierce’s huge Kobe Bryant take, ‘I don’t know…’

NBA legend Paul Pierce recently made a claim about Kobe Bryant’s career. Boston Celtics legend and 2008 NBA champion Paul Pierce made headlines for claiming that late LA Lakers icon Kobe Bryant was never the face of the league.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 20

5 Years After Kobe Bryant’s Death, Forbes Declares His Name in Elite List

Some legacies fade. Kobe’s never will. Then reality hits, and grief sneaks in, a stark reminder that he’s no longer here to share that legendary Mamba Mentality or inspire new generations firsthand.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / November 11

Pistons' Cunningham matches two legends with bizarre big game

Pistons' Cade Cunningham matches two legends with bizarre big game

Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham saw his name mentioned next to two legends on Monday night. Cunningham matched both Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in two very different ways.

The Daniss system: Unheralded guard saves Pistons with huge shots

Board man gets paid: How Jalen Duren is flourishing in a contract year

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The 'Scoring leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / November 5

Shaquille O’Neal Reveals When He Knew Beef With Kobe Bryant Was Over

The issues between Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant during their time together on the Los Angeles Lakers are well known and have been overly discussed at this point.