Tag: Kobe Bryant

Lakers Video: Victor Wembanyama Chooses Kobe Bryant Over Tim Duncan

The is no debating that the 2000s were dominated by three iconic players in Los Angeles Lakers legends Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, as well as San Antonio Spurs icon Tim Duncan. At least one of the three appeared in…

Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell Learned From Kobe Bryant’s Confidence

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant gracefully transitioned into a mentor during the final years of his career, taking young players like D'Angelo Russell under his wing. The Lakers selected Russell No. 2 overall in the 2015 NBA Draft and…

Lakers News: LeBron James Calls Kobe Bryant ‘Missing Link’ For USA Redeem Team

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant is most well-known for his five championships with the purple and gold, but he's also responsible for helping turn Team USA around. Bryant agreed to join USA Basketball when the program started to slip…

Lakers Video: Highlights From LeBron James, Kobe Bryant & Redeem Team’s Hall Of Fame Induction

The Basketball Hall of Fame inducted its 2025 class on Saturday evening and as is usually the case, the Los Angeles Lakers were well-represented. Former Lakers Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony headlined the 2025 class, both getting in on the…

Lakers News: Charles Barkley Discusses Difference Between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant & LeBron James

The NBA GOAT debate is a never-ending one, with players like Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant among others listed as possible answers. Bryant's GOAT case is largely tied to his skill and work ethic as a player, while fellow…

Lakers News: Michael Redd Remembers Bonding With Kobe Bryant On 2008 Olympic Team

One of the highlights of Los Angeles Lakers' legend Kobe Bryant's career is leading USA Basketball to a gold medal during the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Kobe led a stacked roster dubbed the "Redeem Team" that looked to avenge USA Basketball's…

Lakers News: Sotheby’s To Auction Kobe Bryant No. 24 Debut Jersey

Kobe Bryant is one of the true legends in NBA history and the things he accomplished throughout his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers won't be matched for a very long time. One of the things that made his…

Lakers Video: Tyronn Lue Tells Kobe Bryant 1-on-1 Story

Well before Tyronn Lue became one of the best coaches in the NBA, he got his playing career started as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, joining the franchise in 1998 and winning back-to-back championships in 2000 and 2001…

Lakers Video: Young Kobe Bryant Spotted At Phillies-Mets Game In 1990

One of the best and most inspiring things to watch is when young kids are able to see their favorite athletes in person. This isn't always possible for a lot of kids, but the chance to see the likes of…

Lakers News: Sasha Vujacic Details ‘Wars’ With Kobe Bryant In Practice

Establishing a winning culture is crucial in today's NBA, especially with the amount of teams looking to contend at a high level. When it comes to the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant was the ultimate culture builder as he only…