Kobe Bryant: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Lakers Legend Shaquille O’Neal Gets Brutally Honest On 2004 Finals Loss

Hall of Fame former Los Angeles Lakers superstar center Shaquille O'Neal has once again reflected on perhaps his Lakers' biggest disappointment, their five-game 2004 Finals defeat to the Detroit Pistons.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Former Suns Player Claims Steve Nash Deserved Both MVP Awards Over Kobe Bryant And Shaquille O'Neal

The debate over Steve Nash’s two MVP awards has raged for nearly two decades. Many fans and analysts still argue that Shaquille O’Neal in 2005 or Kobe Bryant in 2006 should have taken home the honor instead of the Canadian point guard.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / September 1

Tyronn Lue reveals Kobe Bryant’s intense 1-on-1 ritual to assert Lakers leadership

In the 2000s, when you joined the Los Angeles Lakers, you were about to embark on an unwinnable challenge… playing Kobe Bryant in a one-on-one game. This is according to Tyronn Lue, who played alongside Kobe for three seasons.

NBA News / FirstSportz / September 1

How Kobe Bryant’s Shadow Hampered LeBron James – Kyrie Irving’s Relationship

Basketball and, particularly, Cleveland Cavaliers fans hoped LeBron James and Kyrie Irving would continue to carry their franchise to more NBA titles. The duo was dynamic enough to win more than 1 title together.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'No. 2 scorer for each NBA team' quiz

The 'NBA all-time assists leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Rookies of the Year' quiz

Los Angeles Clippers News / Fadeaway World / September 1

Tyronn Lue Says Kobe Bryant Challenged New Lakers Players 1-On-1 Just To Prove It's His Team

The closest a person has ever come to replicating Michael Jordan's game is Kobe Bryant. In every aspect, including technique, skill, and mentality. In

NBA News / The SportsRush / September 1

'Living With Regret': Ex-Lakers Center Declares Tracy McGrady 'Soft,' Lashes Out at Kobe Bryant Comparison

Tracy McGrady, though regarded as one of the best scorers in NBA history, has never had his career dissected quite as much as it has been in recent months.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 31

Kobe Bryant’s Iconic Jacket was a Reflection of the Toughest Time of His Life, Reveals Legendary Designer

Pretty much everything Kobe Bryant did made news. He was more than one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He was a pop culture icon. People who have never watched a day of basketball in their lives know about ‘Mamba mentality,’ which only speaks to the influence he had on culture.

Mets Pitcher David Peterson Pays Tribute To Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant’s impact on the sports world was undeniable even before his tragic passing in 2020. But in the five-and-a-half years since, it’s become even more apparent just how beloved the Los Angeles Lakers legend was.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 31

Magic Johnson Reveals Favorite Kobe Bryant Moment

It is hard to nail down a favorite moment from Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s career as he had plenty during his 20 years with the organization.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / August 30

Scottie Pippen revealed the questions Kobe Bryant asked him after he retired, Michael Jordan was mentioned

Scottie Pippen was blessed with fantastic teammates, including the great Michael Jordan. Even though he had an eventful career alongside many outstanding players, Pippen would have loved to play with Kobe Bryant.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 30

Nike Zoom Kobe 1 ‘Work Blue’ releasing in 2026

The Nike Kobe line has been the brand’s most successful venture over the last decade, focusing on silhouettes like the timeless Nike Kobe 5, 6, 7, and 8 models.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / August 30

Steve Nash once spoke about his disappointment playing with Kobe Bryant, ‘I knew it wasn’t gonna be the same’

The Los Angeles Lakers attempted to build another title-contending roster around Kobe Bryant in the early 2010s. This included getting top point guard Steve Nash and top center Dwight Howard.

Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 30

Celtics Legend Paul Pierce Shares Never Before Heard Kobe Bryant Story

As the old adage says, game recognizes game. The rivalries within the NBA aren't what they used to be. Several reasons may illuminate this premise. The way that NBA games are called nowadays cater more so to offense rather than physicality.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / August 29

Jalen Williams Breaks Down How Kobe Bryant and Andre Miller Inspired His Game

Basketball is a game that is learned not just on the hardwood, but watching tape. Every player remembers the guy who they loved watching as a kid because they would attempt to model their game after them when they got to the show.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'College football color teams' quiz

The 'NFL QB season rushing leaders' quiz

The 'Most 1,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL sack leaders since 2015' quiz

Miami Heat News / The SportsRush / August 28

'I Was Going To Kill That Dude': Shaquille O’Neal Admits Lakers GM’s Sly Maneuver In 2004 Had Him Heated

Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant had one of the most dramatic breakups in NBA history. The two won three straight titles together, then promptly parted ways after two dysfunctional seasons.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 28

How Kobe Bryant’s Assassin-Like Attention to Detail Led Him to Greatness

Kobe Bryant left a legacy that will continue long after his death, as a basketball player, a father and a deep thinker. Kobe’s Mamba mentality is the epitome of his ethos to constantly push himself to be the very best.

NBA News / The SportsRush / August 28

Raymond Felton Likens Carmelo Anthony’s Scoring IQ to Kobe Bryant, Ranks Him One of the Best Scorers Ever

Carmelo Anthony will be a deserved member of the Basketball Hall of Fame later this month, and it’s a fitting time for many to look back on his incredible career.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 26

Kevin O’Leary Was Mystery Bidder For Kobe Bryant-Michael Jordan Trading Card

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was beloved during his playing days in the NBA, working tirelessly to become the best player he could be. Despite all the early success Bryant achieved in his career, he remained the hardest working person in the league in his pursuit to win as many titles as his hero Michael Jordan.