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On YouTubeNBA News / The SportsRush / July 8
'Saw Him Miss 360 Dunks On Shaquille O’Neal': Kobe Bryant’s Cousin On Lakers Legend’s Tenacity
With everything most people know about Kobe Bryant, it is still a little-known fact that Bean comes from a basketball family. Kobe’s father, Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, played eight seasons in the NBA before playing pro in Italy and France.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 8
Avoiding Personal Moments With Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson Recalls His Favorite Memory Of The Lakers Legend On The Court
The Los Angeles Lakers have an incredibly storied history, with numerous Hall of Famers having donned the Purple and Gold. Yet, amid the sea of legendary players, two names stand out with near-unmatched legacies in LA: Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant.
The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz
How many NBA Rookie of the Year winners from the lottery era (1985 to present) can you name in five minutes?
Milwaukee Bucks News / The SportsRush / July 7
Former Bucks Guard Opens Up on Why Allen Iverson Is His Favorite Player Despite Being Inspired by Kobe Bryant’s Workouts
Allen Iverson will forever be one of the most influential players the game has ever seen. Yes, he was a great guard, but what truly set him apart was his fearless style of play, which gave smaller guards someone to look up to and model their game after.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 6
Cuttino Mobley Reveals His GOAT Between LeBron James, Michael Jordan, And Kobe Bryant
Former NBA veteran Cuttino Mobley didn’t hesitate when asked to rank the greatest players of all time. On a recent appearance on All The Smoke with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, Mobley offered a passionate and revealing take on the legendary trio of LeBron James, Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant, and he didn’t play it safe with his answers.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 6
Gilbert Arenas Opens Up on Kobe Bryant’s Incredible NBA Journey, Reveals How Lakers Legend Endured Tough Times to Become a Hero
Not many can claim they’ve done more for former NBA players in the media than Gilbert Arenas. Rather than stick to the conventional sources, like Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal on TNT, Arenas’ brand is built off podcasts and streaming appearances.
New Caitlin Clark Nike Commercial Honors Lakers Legend Kobe Bryant
Few Los Angeles Lakers players are as revered by fans as Kobe Bryant. Bryant is perhaps a top-ten player of all time, and he was the ultimate winner, bringing home five titles.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 5
Kobe Bryant Made Tony Allen Feel Helpless, Despite 6 Months of Preparation Facing Paul Pierce
When it comes to individual defenders, not many names strike fear in the hearts of offensive players like Tony Allen. The six-time All-Defensive Team member took pride in his defensive ability.
Houston Rockets News / HITC / July 5
NBA insider explains why Kevin Durant’s shooting patterns fit the Rockets perfectly, makes Kobe Bryant comparison
Few players in NBA history have combined volume and efficiency as seamlessly as Kevin Durant. The 14-time All-Star continues to re-write the record books when it comes to scoring.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 5
Tracy McGrady Reflects on Iconic Matchups With Kobe Bryant, Opens Up on Black Mamba’s Obsession With Greatness
NBA rivalry stories are a thing of legend. Michael Jordan vs Reggie Miller, Kevin Garnett vs Tim Duncan, Shaquille O’Neal vs Hakeem Olajuwon, Magic Johnson vs Larry Bird, and LeBron James vs Kevin Durant, to name but a few.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 4
Tracy McGrady Clarifies His Stand On 'Replacing' Kobe Bryant, Remains Confident He Could Have Won Rings With Shaquille O’Neal
Sometimes a simple statement gets blown entirely out of proportion. A big story over the last week is some comments made by basketball legend Tracy McGrady.
Houston Rockets News / NBA Analysis Network / July 4
NBA insider explains why Kevin Durant’s shooting patterns fit the Rockets perfectly, makes Kobe Bryant comparison
Kevin Durant stands among the greatest shooters in NBA history. His statistical dominance speaks volumes about his elite scoring ability. Durant has averaged more than 26 points per game across 13 different seasons.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 4
'The Same Age as Michael Jordan': Tracy McGrady Explains Why He Shouldn’t Be Judged For His Team’s Playoffs Losses
Tracy McGrady has caught some serious flak for comparing his career to that of the late Kobe Bryant, yet he shows no signs of backing down. As a matter of fact, he has pushed the matter further.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 4
John Salley Reveals How He Taught Kobe Bryant an Important Lesson Using Julius Erving’s Blowout 1-on-1 Loss to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Due to the now classic Michael Beasley 1-on-1 against Lance Stephenson, the recent surge in popularity of Tracy McGrady’s Ones Basketball League (OBL), and the 1-on-1 challenges made to former NBA player Lou Williams, the global basketball community has never spoken more collectively (at least online) about Streetball’s favorite format.
NBA News / The SportsRush / July 4
Kobe Bryant Blocked Out Windows To Prevent Cuttino Mobley From ‘Stealing’ His Workouts
The NBA has had, and currently has, its fair share of polarizing characters. The thing is, the league’s most polarizing characters come with the best stories, which, when told, can evoke one or a combination of several different emotions in the recipient of the story.
Los Angeles Clippers News / NBA Analysis Network / July 3
Cuttino Mobley tells funny Kobe Bryant story which sums up his Mamba Mentality, ‘we couldn’t see’
Kobe Bryant was different. Besides Michael Jordan, no NBA player has ever garnered more respect from his competitors. Bryant’s standing among the greatest players ever can be debated, but nobody can argue with the legacy he left behind.
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / July 2
Ex-Teammate Defends Kobe Bryant Amid Shocking Round Of Criticism
The late Kobe Bryant is no longer here to defend himself. So former NBA player Matt Barnes is making a point to stick up for his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate.
Kobe Bryant News / Fadeaway World / July 2
Kobe Bryant Learned French Just To Trash Talk Spurs Legend Tony Parker: 'I'm Not Gonna Say It, It's Crazy Stuff'
Kobe Bryant's mamba mentality of doing whatever it takes to win has made him a legend in the NBA. Even after the Lakers legend's unfortunate demise in 2020, NBA players still recall stories of how competitive Bryant was and how he strived for perfection.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 29
Tracy McGrady Makes Honest Kobe Bryant Admission Amid NBA Ring Controversy
Tracy McGrady was one of the greatest scorers of his generation and had a bit of a rivalry with Kobe Bryant in the 2000s. Bryant would gain the upper hand in it, as he ended up winning five titles while McGrady failed to win even one.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 23
Shaquille O’Neal Praises Phil Jackson For Handling Of Him & Kobe Bryant
Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant on the floor together coached by Phil Jackson was one of the most dominant trios in the history of basketball. Together, they rattled off three consecutive NBA championships, making four Finals in five seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Oregon Ducks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
NBA legend Kobe Bryant's nephew commits to Big Ten football team
The nephew of an NBA legend has committed to play football at a Big Ten program.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 19
The best NBA Finals series from sidekicks, including OKC's Jalen Williams
Jalen Williams has been superb in support of MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the Finals. Where does his Finals performance rank all-time among sidekicks? Here's a look at five of the best.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 18
Kobe Bryant Avoided Another Shaq-Like Teammate, Says Gary Vitti
The Los Angeles Lakers were a dominant force in the NBA when they had both Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant on the roster. They were some of the best players in the league playing together.
Oklahoma City Thunder News / Yardbarker / June 17
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Hall of Fame company with Game 5 performance
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard is a win away from his first NBA championship, but he's already put himself in conversation with basketball legends following a historic Game 5 performance.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 5
Biggest upsets in NBA Finals history
An Indiana win would be a huge upset, so let's look at the biggest underdogs to take the NBA title.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 4
Kobe Bryant mural in L.A. vandalized again after $5K restoration by Luka Doncic
The "Mambas Forever" mural depicts the legendary five-time NBA champion kissing his daughter. Kobe and Gianna Bryant, along with seven others, were killed in a helicopter crash in 2020.
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