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No one expected Bam Adebayo, of all people, to be the one to surpass Kobe Bryant on the NBA all-time single game scoring list. Now, the Miami Heat star is not the worst scorer in the world. But for someone who had a previous career-high of 41 points, scoring 83 points sounds like the tallest […]

NBA legend Kobe Bryant was one of the last great players to make the jump from high school to the NBA, opening the door for the eventual arrival of LeBron James, Tracy McGrady, Dwight Howard, and other iconic talents. Hailing from Lower Merion High School outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Kobe Bryant first burst onto the […]

Reggie Miller gave his definitive list for fans’ NBA GOAT debate, which is typically led by the Hall of Fame guard Michael Jordan, Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James, and the late Kobe Bryant. Miller explained his take in a unique way, differentiating between the player with the best pure talent and the player with […]

Over the course of his life and career, Kobe Bryant made friends, enemies, and frenemies. Certainly, everyone knows about his roller coaster relationship with Shaquille O’Neal. But one of his closest relationships was with Richard “Rip” Hamilton of the Detroit Pistons. On Wednesday, Hamilton reflected upon his years with Bryant, per NBC Sports Philadelphia. Both […]

Carmelo Anthony and Kobe Bryant built one of the NBA’s most competitive rivalries during their careers, but their relationship extended beyond basketball. Anthony recently explained that their bond grew stronger once Bryant discovered the former New York Knicks star followed soccer closely. The shared interest gave both players something to talk about outside the intensity […]

Von Miller became a free agent this offseason after playing one year for the Washington Commanders. While talking about his time with the organization, the 14-year veteran compared quarterback Jayden Daniels with Kobe Bryant, claiming Daniels shares similar traits to the former Los Angeles Lakers legend. While appearing on the “Rich Eisen Show,” the soon-to-be […]

Jeremy Lin spent just one year playing with Kobe Bryant, when he joined for the 2014-15 season after a stint with the Houston Rockets. And while it surely was an honor for him to play alongside Kobe, things didn’t go to plan as the Lakers finished 14th in the Western Conference with a 21-60. Now, […]

LeBron James continues to rewrite the record books, and his latest milestone puts him in the rarest of company in Los Angeles Lakers history. During Saturday night’s 129-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors, the “King” officially joined Kobe Bryant as the only players to ever record 1,000 made three-pointers in a Lakers uniform. James […]

The Houston Rockets suffered a 115-105 loss to the Miami Heat on Saturday, officially snapping a three-game winning streak for the club. Despite the loss, Kevin Durant managed to make NBA history by surpassing Kobe Bryant in a stunning scoring stat. Durant recorded his 30th point late in the fourth quarter by scoring on a […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott recently detailed what it was like to coach Kobe Bryant during his historic 60-point performance in the final game of his NBA career. Scott appeared on Rock 955’s The Morning Mosh Pit podcast and reflected on Bryant’s unforgettable finale against the Utah Jazz on April 13, 2016. […]

Few buildings in the world have become as iconic as the original Fabulous Forum, now known as the Kia Forum or just “The Forum,” hosting countless legends during its years of operation. Drawing stars from all over Los Angeles and hosting the Los Angeles Lakers, fans were always in for a show whenever attending The […]

New York Knicks’ reigning ‘Clutch Player of the Year’ Jalen Brunson has already established himself as a top talent in the NBA, earning the title of captain and playing in the world’s most famous arena. However, long before Brunson was the king of the Big Apple, he carved a legendary career as one of the […]

There’s only a handful of nicknames throughout sports history that immediately make you think of a specific player. The “Sweetness” of Walter Payton, Reggie Jackson known as “Mr. October,” and the world’s baddest man Jon “Bones” Jones. In basketball, “The Black Mamba” has become the stuff of legends thanks to the late great Kobe Bryant. […]

Kevin Durant is undeniably one of the greatest basketball players to ever grace an NBA court. On Thursday, his Houston Rockets squared off against the Magic in Orlando. Durant, even at 37 years old, showed the world that he hasn’t lost a step. KD dropped a 40-burger on the Magic, as the Rockets won 113-108. […]

New York Knicks’ franchise star Jalen Brunson made headlines just months ago after admitting to forgo the option of his own signature sneaker with sponsor Nike. Instead, Brunson rather have an unlimited catalogue of exclusive Nike Kobe colorways from Bryant’s legendary line. Recently, we saw Brunson debut a new Nike Kobe 3 “Warning Label” in […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently gearing up for the second half of the NBA season after All-Star weekend at the Intuit Dome. The Lakers are in playoff position currently, but will still need to turn up the heat down the stretch of the season in order to secure a top six seed in the […]

With the NFL offseason in full swing, Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward is making sure to have some fun at the NBA All-Star Break. On Friday, he made an appearance before the start of the Celebrity All-Star Game. Before tip-off, Ward shared a confident take about his basketball skills, despite the fact that he is […]

Vince Carter recently shared details about what could have been the most star-studded Slam Dunk Contest ever assembled. The idea never reached the floor, and according to Carter, it was not because he hesitated. Speaking on his podcast alongside Tracy McGrady, Carter described a proposal that would have placed four generational names on one stage, […]

Does Kansas basketball have its own “Black Mamba?” Darryn Peterson already is earning rave reviews even before facing BYU’s AJ Dybantsa on Saturday. Except the Jayhawks talent earned Kobe Bryant comparisons ahead of the massive Big 12 showdown. ESPN college sports analyst Pete Thamel revealed what he heard from scouts involving the blue chip freshman. […]

It’s become clear over the last few seasons that the New York Knicks will only go as far as All-Star Jalen Brunson is able to take them. Reaching new heights of stardom following back-to-back NBA Playoffs the last two years, Brunson won’t rest until he brings New York City their first championship since 1973. He […]

It’s been six years to the day since Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna “Gigi” Bryant were killed in a helicopter crash. It was a moment that still hits home for Lakers and basketball fans. On Monday, the Lakers were on the road to take on the Bulls in Chicago. During the game, the United […]

LOS ANGELES – It’s been 20 years since the late Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant sent shockwaves through the NBA world when he dropped 81 points in a come from behind win against the Toronto Raptors. Most people remember where they were that day, and what their reaction was to the second-highest individual point […]

January 22, 2026, was the 20th anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors. During a session on NBA TV, Mavericks legend playfully recalled his favorite Kobe Bryant story. Dirk: "I'm 1-0 against Kobe in the playoffs *mic drop*" "Next" 😂 pic.twitter.com/WgnaroBvdX — Oh No He Didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) January 23, 2026 Nowitzki was […]

20 years to the day, Kobe Bryant’s 81-point game vs the Toronto Raptors on Jan. 22, 2006, remains one of the most iconic performances in NBA history. Those 81 points are the second-most scored in a single NBA game of all-time, trailing only Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point masterpiece (March 2, 1962 against the New York Knicks). […]

Long before NBA legend Kobe Bryant started his own iconic signature sneaker line with Nike, he wore several other silhouettes alongside a short stint with Adidas before joining the Swoosh. One of his preferred models was always the Nike Huarache 2K4, which returns in 2026 to commemorate Bryant’s 2004 NBA All-Star Game appearance. Check our […]

Anthony Edwards had a respectful take regarding Kobe Bryant after surpassing one of the late NBA legend’s feats in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 131-122 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. Edwards is going through his sixth season in the league with the Timberwolves. He continues to improve as one of the top stars, expanding […]

Alongside Kobe Bryant, Basketball Hall of Famer Pau Gasol helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers to back-to-back NBA titles in 2009 and 2010, defeating Kevin Garnett and the Big 3 Boston Celtics in a legendary rivalry that defined an era. Together, Bryant and Gasol became more than just elite teammates and championship running mates — […]

Everyone knew that Kobe Bryant had a way of doing things and expected others to live up to it. That especially applied to his teammates on the Lakers. One of those was former player Samaki Walker. Recently, Walker came forward to share a story about the time when Kobe sucker punched him, per Byron Scott’s […]

When it comes to NBA duos, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal are cemented into the history of the league. They led the Los Angeles Lakers to three consecutive championships (2000-2002) despite any conflict or personal afflictions that came their way. But what sets O’Neal and Bryant apart from other duos in the NBA, and their […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has faced the brightest lights the NBA can offer, but one moment from early in his career still stands apart. While appearing on the Thanalysis Show, the Milwaukee Bucks superstar opened up about a workout session with Kobe Bryant that left a lasting impression on him, not because of drills or advice alone, […]

The Toronto Raptors rode a historically good Kawhi Leonard regular season and playoffs en route to winning the 2019 NBA championship, a run that reportedly had the Finals MVP proclaiming he was better all-time than Kobe Bryant. During a recent segment of the Underground Podcast featuring Kevin Durant and Fred VanVleet, VanVleet, who played with […]

There is always a moment that will stick with somebody where they felt changed the trajectory of their life. For Jalen Brunson, this may have not been a life-changing moment, but it definitely had an effect on his career. The NBA Cup MVP recalled a moment he shared with Kobe Bryant on Christmas in 2014 […]

On Tuesday, the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 124-113 to win the NBA Cup. It will mark the first time since 1973 that the Knicks will hoist a championship banner. Among all the prominent names who made an impact, Tyler Kolek was not to be outshone. He came off the bench to […]

On Monday, Cooper Flagg gave his all for the Dallas Mavericks. Despite scoring 42 points, the Mavericks lost to the Utah Jazz 140-133. After the game, Flagg offered his own self-criticism, per ESPN. “I got to be better. I had a couple of dumb turnovers, missed a couple easy ones, but I got to be […]

The No. 1 UConn women’s basketball team entered Saturday’s matchup against the No. 16 USC Trojans at Galen Center in Los Angeles, looking to notch its 10th win of the 2025-26 college basketball season and staying undefeated. This game deserves so much attention just for how good both teams are, but it is turning even […]

Bill Simmons stepped right into the middle of one of basketball’s favorite debates, the one that follows Tim Duncan and Kobe Bryant everywhere. The conversation always heats up when someone tries to separate two legends who defined the 2000s through sustained winning, unmatched longevity, and title after title. They collected 10 championships across a 15-year […]

Luka Doncic is a true hooper through and through. It doesn’t matter if he’s playing three games in four nights or a back-to-back set — he’s always going to be bringing his best. On Monday night, Doncic came out of the gates firing during the Los Angeles Lakers’ clash against the Phoenix Suns despite playing […]

Brandon Ingram seems to be the missing piece the Toronto Raptors needed to take the next step in their contending journey. After winning 25 and 30 games, respectively, over the past two seasons, the Ingram-led Raptors have been cruising to start the 2025-26 season. On Monday night, they took a 110-99 win over a fellow […]

The first three-peat by the Chicago Bulls wouldn’t be complete without Horace Grant. His defensive prowess and effective rebounding made him one of the most adored players in franchise history.  From 1991-1993, Grant was in the mix of the beginning of one of the greatest dynasties in sports history. In 1994, Grant left Chicago to join […]