Kobe Bryant On Passing Michael Jordan: ‘I Feel Like I’m Carrying On His Legacy’

Corey Hansford
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant(L) and Chicag

For many years, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant has been compared to the man whom many consider to be the greatest player in NBA history, Michael Jordan. Kobe has spoken many times about the comparison, and Jordan has said that he believes Kobe has earned the comparison due to his accomplishments.

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The comparisons came again in earnest after Bryant passed Jordan for third place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list earlier this season. In an interview with Nike.com, Bryant spoke about passing Kobe on the scoring list, saying he feels like he’s carrying Jordan’s legacy:

Despite the constant comparisons, Jordan and Kobe have a very good relationship and Jordan offered his congratulations to Kobe when he passed him on the scoring list. Kobe has always said that he learned a lot from Jordan and that he was his idol growing up.

The legacy of Jordan is something that has been bestowed upon many, but very few were able to live up to the expectations of carrying that torch. Many hoped that players like Grant Hill, Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady could do so, but despite all having excellent careers, none were able to match up to Bryant’s accomplishments and longevity.

Though he is gone for the remainder of the season, Bryant will have one more year to continue carrying on the torch from Michael Jordan. Fans everywhere would be wise to enjoy Bryant while they still can.

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Corey Hansford is the Senior Editor for Lakers Nation, as well as a contributor for Dodger Blue, Rams News Wire, and Raiders News Wire. He is a passionate follower of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and the UFC. He can usually be seen arguing the merits of Kobe Bryant or cursing the decisions of Jerry Jones. He is also a former producer and associate producer for Sirius XM Sports Radio on both the Fantasy Sports Channel and College Sports Nation. Proud graduate of Long Beach Poly High School and The Real HU, Howard University, with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Follow him on all social media outlets at @TheeCoreyH.
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