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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / 6 hours ago
This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Inducted Into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame
After an illustrious 20-year career featuring five NBA championships, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was a no-brainer choice as a First-Ballot Hall of Famer.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 14
Tracy McGrady Thinks Luck Is Important For Players’ Greatness: Stephen Curry Not In Top 10 If He Played For Hornets
Tracy McGrady's perspective on measuring a player's greatness stirred up a significant debate in the basketball community. McGrady posited that luck plays a substantial role in shaping a player's legacy and that winning isn't the sole criterion for greatness.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / May 14
Shaquille O'Neal On What He Told Kobe Bryant After He Shot 3 Airballs Against The Jazz In Overtime
Kobe Bryant's very first playoff run in the NBA in 1997 ended in disastrous fashion, as he shot four airballs (three in overtime) against the Utah Jazz in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Denver Nuggets News / Hardwood Heroics / 1 minute ago
Denver Nuggets: Rudy Gobert Drops Kobe Bryant Comparison to Aaron Gordon After Insane Shooting in Game 4
The Denver Nuggets beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-107 in Game 4 on Sunday night to tie the series to two games apiece. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray
‘Mamba Mentality’: How Kobe Bryant inspired New Zealand U20s to title glory 
The legacy of the late Kobe Bryant transcends basketball. New Zealand U20s channeled the 'Mamba Mentality' to win the Rugby Championship U20.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / May 13
Shaquille O’Neal Gets Brutally Honest on His Major Issue With GOAT Debate
The topic of the NBA’s Greatest Of All Time has been a race fans have been talking about for the longest time. But for Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, only Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and LeBron James should be in it.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / May 12
Did Kobe Bryant Really Deserve 2008 MVP Over LeBron James?
In the summer of 2007, Kobe Bryant was coming off a season in which he averaged 32 points on a routine 46 percent shooting from the floor. Already a three-time NBA champion, Bryant would add an elusive MVP award to his resume in the following 2007-08 season.
Dallas Mavericks News / FirstSportz / 7 minutes ago
'We didn’t do nothing yet,' Luka Doncic channels Kobe Bryant’s ‘job’s not finished’ mentality after Game 3 win
The Dallas Mavericks have taken a 2-1 lead against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a thrilling game 3. Luka Doncic had an incredible double-double performance in the win but the star is not done yet.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / May 11
Shaquille O’Neal Believes GOAT Conversation Is Between Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan & LeBron James
The conversation on who is the greatest basketball player of all-time is one that will never die out as there will always be fans who believe certain people have that spot above all else.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 10
The NBA's global reach has brought in its best players
With Nikola Jokic being named NBA MVP this week, that runs the streak to six straight MVP awards being won by an international player.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 10
This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol Lead L.A. To Sweep Of Jazz In 2010 NBA Playoffs
In their quest to defend their NBA Championship, the 2010 Los Angeles Lakers saw quite the road in front of them. Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol led them past a very formidable Oklahoma City Thunder team, setting up for a second-round matchup with the Utah Jazz.
Los Angeles Lakers News / ClutchPoints / May 9
Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal’s Kobe Bryant GOAT take hit with Stephen A. Smith reality check
Recently, former Los Angeles Lakers superstar center Shaquille O’Neal made waves with his comments that his late great former teammate Kobe Bryant, with whom he won three NBA Championships in LA, belongs in the GOAT (greatest of all time) discussion.
Los Angeles Lakers News / FanNation All Lakers / May 7
Hall of Fame Coach Reveals Whether Kobe or Shaq Was Tougher to Defend
Hall of Fame former Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant was part of a massive wave of prep-to-pro players when he opted to forgo college and head directly to the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / ClutchPoints / May 7
Dwight Howard dishes on major difference playing with Kobe Bryant vs. LeBron James on Lakers
Even though he was badly snubbed from the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team back in February 2022, it’s not up for debate that Dwight Howard had one of the most impressive careers and dominant peaks in league history.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 7
Shaquille O'Neal Says Kobe Bryant Belongs In The GOAT Conversation
In a segment on the "BIG podcast," NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal revealed his biggest problem with the GOAT debate. According to Shaq, his issue is that
NBA News / ClutchPoints / May 6
Nike Kobe 6 Protro ‘Sail’ set for Spring 2025
Another long-awaited Nike Kobe Bryant sneaker will be on the way next year as we’ve already caught glimpses of the upcoming pair across the NBA. Vanessa
Anthony Edwards Ties Incredible Kobe Bryant Playoff Record
After scoring a playoff career-high 43 points in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 106-99 victory over the Denver Nuggets of the Western Conference Semifinals, Anthony Edwards joined Kobe Bryant as the only two players with consecutive 40-point games at age 22 or younger in NBA postseason history.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 4
Shaquille O'Neal Reveals The Secret To His Relationship With Kobe Bryant
In an appearance on 'The Old Man & The Three,' Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal looked back on his iconic run with Kobe Bryant. Contrary to popular belief, Shaq and Kobe weren't always at each other's throats and O'Neal says the mutual respect between them is what helped sustain their partnership for as long as it lasted.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / May 3
This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal Deliver In Crucial Win Over Mavericks During Lockout-Shortened Season
The NBA season is a long, grinding marathon that lasts for 82 games before the playoffs begin. That is, except for the rare occasions when it doesn’t. On May 3, 1999, the Los Angeles Lakers were preparing for the playoffs in one such year.
25 celebrities who had their names featured in song titles
Artists have often name-dropped celebrities in their lyrics, but sometimes they take it to another level when the celebrities' names are included in the song title. From John Wayne to Halle Berry, here is a list of songs named after famous people.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9
Lakers make notable changes to Kobe Bryant statue outside arena
The Los Angeles Lakers are righting some wrongs with their recently-unveiled statue of the late Kobe Bryant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 12
Lakers issue statement on spelling errors on Kobe Bryant statue
The Lakers plan to fix the spelling errors on the Kobe Bryant statue unveiled outside the Crypto.com Arena last month.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / March 11
Watch: Kobe Bryant statue includes several spelling errors
Despite the spelling errors, the response to the Bryant statue, designed by artist Julie Rotblatt-Amrany, has been largely positive.
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