Nick Van Exel: Kobe Bryant’s Infamous Misses Were Key To Building His ‘Mamba Mentality’

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is widely considered one of the best players in NBA history. While his smooth footwork and elite shot-making ability were routinely cited as his greatest assets, Bryant’s single-minded commitment to perfecting his craft was undoubtedly the secret to his greatness.

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