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Thank You, Kobe Bryant

Goodbyes are hard. It wasn’t all that long ago that we watched Kobe Bryant bid farewell in an unforgettable 60-point performance. It was an “I remember where I was when…” moment — just one of many Bryant left us with…

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Will Be First-Ballot Enshrinement Into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame

When Kobe Bryant retired after the 2015-16 NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers, his next step was the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. As Bryant was finally able to spend more time with his family, he was building…

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Mark Cuban: Kobe Bryant’s No. 24 ‘Will Never Again Be Worn’ By Mavericks

With the world mourning the loss of Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant, and the seven other passengers, the NBA has come together to honor them. As the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame will honor Bryant ‘the way he should be,’…

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Calls Kobe Bryant ‘First Guy To Put Me Under Your Wing’

As the world continues to mourn the loss of Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant, and the seven other passengers killed in a helicopter crash, the Los Angeles Lakers have not issued a statement yet but their players are starting to. With…

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NBA News: Lakers-Clippers Game On Jan. 28 Postponed After Kobe Bryant’s Death

The Los Angeles Lakers game scheduled for Jan. 28 against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center has officially been postponed, the NBA announced. “The decision was made out of respect for the Lakers organization, which is deeply grieving the…

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Lakers Rumors: LeBron James, Kobe Bryant Had Phone Call After 76ers Game

On Jan. 25, LeBron James officially passed Kobe Bryant for third on the NBA’s all-time scoring list against the latter’s hometown Philadelphia 76ers. Unfortunately, less than 24 hours after James’ accomplishment, Bryant was among nine people who died in a…

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Re-Drafting the First Round of the Amazing 1996 NBA Draft

The 1996 NBA Draft is considered one of the greatest draft classes in NBA history. Featuring four future Hall of Famers, three MVPs, 10 All-Stars, seven All-NBA players, a defensive player of the year, and the NBA’s all-time leading three-point…

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Legend: Kobe Bryant’s Top 10 Dunks

As we mourn and remember the great career of Kobe Bryant (Republished from 04/11/2016). Throughout his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant has left fans with a number of memories. Be it a ridiculous scoring outing, a…

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Top 10 Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers Playoff Moments

As we mourn and remember the great career of Kobe Bryant (Republished from 04/17/2016). Coming up with Kobe Bryant’s Top 10 playoff moments wasn’t easy. Over the course of his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe has given his…

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Lakers News: LeBron James Passes Kobe Bryant For 3rd On NBA All-Time Scoring List

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (33,644 points and counting) has passed legend Kobe Bryant for third on the NBA’s all-time scoring list now. With 7:24 remaining in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers, James passed Bryant with a…

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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Does Not Believe LeBron James’ Scoring Milestone Was Distraction

After a rocky return in the Los Angeles Lakers blowout loss to the Boston Celtics, Anthony Davis has begun to return to form on both ends of the floor. Davis looked much more like the dominant interior presence fans have…

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Lakers News: LeBron James Reflects On Passing Kobe Bryant On NBA All-Time Scoring List

When LeBron James chose to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers back in 2018 NBA free agency, he was immediately entered into the lore of the franchise’s history that includes several current and future Hall of Famers. However, James has…

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