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As Nike’s Kobe Bryant signature sneaker line remains their most popular subset among fans, hoopers, and NBA players, the folks over in Beaverton, Oregon will continue to bring back some of the Mamba’s most classic silhouettes.

San Francisco 49ers News / The SportsRush / October 13

'Now It’s Time to Inspire Through the Comeback': 49ers’ Fred Warner Shares Kobe Bryant’s Mamba Mentality Post After Season-Ending Injury

The San Francisco 49ers were all hands on deck in Week 6, given the injury crisis they were already facing among their most impactful players. So, of course, they promptly lost another key player when middle linebacker Fred Warner went down in the first quarter during their 30-19 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Miami Heat News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

How many of the Team USA Men's Basketball coaches to represent the United States at the Olympics can you name?

The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz

The 'Scoring leaders by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

NBA News / HITC / October 12

Ray Allen says Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game overshadowed his own 42-point performance

Ray Allen and Kobe Bryant spent their entire careers linked by the 1996 NBA Draft, both emerging as standout shooting guards. While Allen was a star in his own right, it often felt like Bryant was just a step ahead.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 11

Watch: Lamar Odom Reveals Kobe Bryant Tattoo On Neck

Kobe Bryant is truly one of the most iconic players to ever step foot on an NBA floor and one of the most beloved Los Angeles Lakers players ever. His impact was profound not only on the fans who watched him for 20 years, but also on his teammates and one who was extremely close with him was Lamar Odom.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 10

Watch: Behind The Scenes Of Natalia Bryant’s Creative Directorial Debut

The 2025-26 season is right around the corner and all eyes will be on the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to compete for the organization’s 18th championship.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Natalia Bryant makes creative director debut, honors Kobe Bryant

Natalia Bryant honored her late father, Kobe Bryant, during her creative director debut. The eldest daughter of the Los Angeles Lakers legend is credited as a creative director for the franchise’s short film: Forever Iconic: Purple and Gold Around the World.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Scoop B / October 9

The GOAT Trinity: Michael Vick Insists Kobe Bryant Must Be Included in Jordan-LeBron Debate

Former NFL star quarterback and current Norfolk State Spartans Head Football Coach Michael Vick has offered his take on basketball’s most enduring and divisive conversation: the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) debate.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 8

Lakers Release ‘Forever Iconic: Purple and Gold Always’ Creatively Directed By Natalia Bryant

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the truly iconic franchises in all of sports around the world with some of the biggest stars who have transcended the sports world into mainstream culture having worn the purple and gold.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Kobe Bryant’s Daughter Announces New Chapter with Lakers

Kobe Bryant’s legacy in Los Angeles remains one of the most enduring in sports history. Over his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, he won five NBA championships, was named league MVP in 2008, and earned two Finals MVP honors in 2009 and 2010.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

How Grizzlies’ Cedric Coward origin story channels Kobe Bryant’s spirit

The path from casual fan to professional basketball player often begins with a spark of inspiration, and for Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward, that spark was ignited by the late, great Kobe Bryant.

San Antonio Spurs News / The SportsRush / October 7

'Since Kobe Bryant': Victor Wembanyama’s Summer of Improvement Has ESPN Analysts Very Enthusiastic About Spurs Star

Even before the San Antonio Spurs drafted Victor Wembanyama with the first overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, it was acknowledged that he would take over as the league’s most dominant player.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 5

Pau Gasol Sends 4-Word Tribute to Kobe Bryant Ahead of Lakers Icon’s Historic Milestone

If you want to see how much Pau Gasol loves Kobe Bryant, just look at his Instagram profile picture. Unlike other celebrities who show flashy outfits and glamorous lifestyles, Pau went old school- a back-faced photo of him and Kobe in their purple and gold jerseys, a true symbol of their friendship.

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The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 4

Sotheby’s Auctions First Kobe Bryant No. 24 Jersey For $889K

Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant’s debut No. 24 jersey was auctioned off for $889,000 at Sotheby’s in New York. Bryant wore the jersey in a Lakers win against the Seattle Supersonics on Nov.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Not Having a Kobe Bryant-Like Player Changed JJ Redick’s Ways, Admits Lakers HC

“All those stories about Kobe being a psycho worker, they’re all true,” Lakers head coach JJ Redick said, doubling down on every tale that built the legend of the Mamba mentality.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

20 times TV shows accurately predicted the future

TV show writers are prescient. At least the ones on these 20 TV shows were.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most notable NBA players who never made the All-Star Game

Some of the NBA's most successful and lauded players never made an All-Star team. The reasons are plenty, but the 20 that made our list truly stand out.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Mavericks GM Reportedly Got Outplayed in Luka Doncic Trade Over Kobe Bryant Obsession

It’s one thing to lean on a friendship for work, but another to use it to your full advantage, and that’s exactly what Lakers GM Rob Pelinka did when he pulled off the most shocking trade in NBA history: landing Luka Dončić.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 30

Unique Kobe Bryant Memorabilia Sets Record Milestone After 30,000 Percent Growth

Just last month, Kobe Bryant, alongside Michael Jordan, set the record for the most expensive sports card ever. After various offers, the 2007–08 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection Dual Logoman sold for over $12.9 million.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sneakers on SI / September 25

Kobe Bryant's Nike Slides Drop in More Mamba-Inspired Colorways

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant built one of the most important basketball shoe lines of all time with Nike. While Nike Kobe sneakers are still the gold standard for performance basketball shoes, Bryant's signature line is rapidly expanding in all directions.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / September 23

Matt Barnes praises Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan as best two-way players in NBA history

Matt Barnes was a hard-nosed player who was a solid defender. He was the type of player you’d want on your team. He won the championship in 2017 in a limited role with the Golden State Warriors.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 23

Matt Barnes: Kobe Bryant And Michael Jordan Are The Best Two-Way Players In NBA History

Kobe Bryant was widely credited for making basketball beautiful again after Michael Jordan retired, with his incredible footwork and unparalleled technique on the offensive end of the floor.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 22

Shaquille O'Neal's Lakers Could Have Won Without Kobe Bryant, Claims Hall of Famer

According to Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady, Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal could have won titles without his running mate, Kobe Bryant. Bryant and O'Neal were able to secure a three-peat from 2000 to 2022, something that has not been done since, joining an exclusive club of consecutive championships.

NBA News / The SportsRush / September 19