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Former NBA guard Brian Shaw offered insight into why Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway’s promising partnership with the Orlando Magic never reached the championship heights O’Neal later achieved with Kobe Bryant on the Los Angeles Lakers. Speaking on Byron Scott’s Fastbreak podcast, Shaw compared the two eras of O’Neal’s career and highlighted the factors that […]

NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley recently offered a blunt explanation as to why he believes LeBron James stands apart from legends Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Speaking on The Bill Simmons Podcast, Barkley described the Los Angeles Lakers star as one of the three greatest players he’s ever seen — but emphasized what he […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have made some major changes this offseason, including bringing in Marcus Smart to give themselves some backcourt depth and point of attack defense. Smart takes over for D’Angelo Russell, who was traded back to the Brooklyn Nets last season, ending his second tenure with Los Angeles. During his first stint with […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are the most storied franchise in NBA history, achieving success at the highest level in virtually every decade of its existence. The Lakers have won 17 championships (five as the Minneapolis Lakers) and have 31 players in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Thirteen Lakers have had their number retired by […]

Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas pushed back against Jeff Teague’s criticism of Kobe Bryant’s All-Defensive honors, defending the late Los Angeles Lakers legend’s reputation as one of the league’s top perimeter defenders. Arenas addressed Teague’s comments on a recent episode of No Chill Gil. “So Jeff Teague, yeah, you might (have) got the best of […]

Kobe Bryant was already making NBA defenders look foolish with two hands. But during a preseason stretch in 1999, he didn’t need both. That’s according to a now-viral story shared by Tyronn Lue, who told the tale of losing full-court 1-on-1 games to Bryant—while The Black Mamba was still recovering from a broken hand. The […]

With the growing popularity of the Nike Dunk in mainstream culture over the last few years, it has opened the door for Nike to experiment with one of their most reliable and tried models to date. Recently, we saw Lakers’ Kobe Bryant honored with an anticipated Lower Merion-themed release. Now, Nike takes things one step […]

The Nike Kobe line has been the brand’s most successful venture over the last decade, focusing on silhouettes like the timeless Nike Kobe 5, 6, 7, and 8 models. However, we’ve seen Nike made an effort to dive even deeper into the Nike Kobe catalog, recently bringing back the Kobe 3 “Halo” is the latest […]

The New York Mets mashed their way to victory Friday, making franchise history with a 19-9 thrashing of the Miami Marlins. New York hammered six home runs in the offensive outburst, avenging a series-opening loss to Miami. After bouncing back in a big way, the Mets looked to continue rolling with David Peterson on the […]

Not only is the Nike Air Force 1 arguably the most popular sneaker Nike has ever released, but it always remained a constant staple in the sneaker rotation of Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant. Throughout the early 2000’s, Bryant received a number of player exclusive (PE) Air Force 1 sneakers. Rumors of an all-denim […]

The New Jersey Nets’ decision to pass on Kobe Bryant in the 1996 NBA Draft will haunt the franchise for eternity. While many Nets fans have attempted to suppress that memory, Bryant’s infamous threat to the team and subsequent selection by the Los Angeles Lakers could soon hit the big screen. According to Deadline, a […]

Every basketball fan has their pick on who they think is the GOAT. There are some obvious picks: Michael Jordan and LeBron James are two of the most popular picks, obviously. However, there are some forgotten legends that aren’t talked about as much. For Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O’Neal, one legend has been forgotten […]

Hall of Fame guard Jerry West recalled some of his favorite Kobe Bryant memories in a recent interview. After Hall of Fame forward Dennis Rodman addressed Bryant’s GOAT status recently, the Los Angeles Lakers legend, West, recalled memories of Kobe that separated him from the rest of the pack. West discussed Bryant’s work ethic in […]

Hall of Fame forward Dennis Rodman addressed Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s greatness in a recent interview, which has been a topic of debate among NBA circles this summer. Not that anyone is questioning his cultural impact. However, after Bleacher Report left Bryant outside its top 10 of 100 greatest NBA players, it did […]

Kobe Bryant’s legacy lives on as rare footage of the late NBA player signing his last No. 8 Lakers jersey has surfaced. “This isn’t true, ” Kobe says in disbelief of it sinking in that it’s his last No. 8 jersey. “I’ve been signing for 10 years, dude. Crazy.” After Kobe shakes off some nerves, […]

Legendary NBA stars Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant continue to break records. On Saturday (Aug. 23), a Jordan and Bryant card sold for $12.9 million, breaking the record for the most ever paid for a sports card. The 2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection Dual Logoman Autographs Jordan & Bryant card, numbered 1-of-1, was sold with […]

Sunday was a big and solemn day in the NBA world and for the Los Angeles Lakers as it marked what would have been the late Kobe Bryant’s 47th birthday. Many of his peers, including Pau Gasol, took to social media to honor Bryant on his special day. Current Lakers star LeBron James was also […]

NBA legend Pau Gasol continues to have strong emotions towards his former Los Angeles Lakers star teammate, the late Kobe Bryant. Five years have passed since Bryant’s tragic death, which shocked the entire sports world beyond anything imaginable. Gasol and many players have since reflected on the impact he left on and off the court, […]

On Saturday, August 23, 2025, the basketball world once again paused to honor Kobe Bryant, who would have celebrated his 47th birthday. The Los Angeles Lakers legend remains one of the most iconic figures in NBA history, and tributes poured in from family, former teammates, and fellow greats, including Magic Johnson. Johnson, who shared a […]

Warner Bros. Pictures has acquired the spec script With the 8th Pick, a film centered on the pivotal 1996 NBA Draft that brought Kobe Bryant to the Los Angeles Lakers, according to a report from Matt Donnelly and J. Kim Murphy of Variety. The screenplay, written by Alex Sohn and Gavin Johannsen, has drawn comparisons […]

The Nike Kobe Protro line is the highest performing signature line within Nike at the moment, a lasting impression from the legacy built by Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Each year, the Nike Kobe releases are some of the most sought-after sneakers for fans to get their hands on. Building upon a similar commemorative […]

A one-of-a-kind basketball card featuring NBA icons Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant is set to break records at auction, with bids already surpassing $5 million and projections indicating it could sell for more than $6.1 million. The card, from the 2007-08 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection, is officially titled Dual Logoman Autographs Michael Jordan & Kobe […]

A Kobe Bryant trading card has sold for $2.3 million, setting a new record for the late Los Angeles Lakers legend’s most valuable card. Fanatics Collect announced Wednesday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the sale was conducted privately. “The sale happened privately – shattering the previous record, a 1997-98 Precious Metal Gems Emerald […]

There’s no bigger name in the WNBA right now than Indiana Fever All-Star guard Caitlin Clark, building upon her sophomore season and taking the league to new heights. The former No. 1 overall draft pick is currently averaging 16.5 PPG, shy of her mark from last year as she tries to find her rhythm around […]

On Friday, the love was felt for Kobe Bryant at his bobblehead night at Dodger Stadium. Before the game, his daughter Bianka Bryant threw out the first pitch. Wearing a jersey with her father’s No.8, she threw the ball down the middle to Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman, per ESPN. In addition, Toronto Blue Jays’ […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are set to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first contest of a three-game series on Friday evening. L.A. is doing something special for Los Angeles Lakers fans in Friday’s matchup, featuring Kobe Bryant. As a result, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. arrived at the stadium showing the NBA legend support. […]

Jaylen Brown hopped on a livestream and casually dropped his favorite five NBA players of all time. It didn’t take long for fans to fire off their takes. The Boston Celtics star named Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Allen Iverson, and Tracy McGrady as his top five. Notably absent? Michael Jordan. And that was […]

Retired NBA guard and podcast host Lou Williams shared the similarities he sees in MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Hall of Fame guard Kobe Bryant. While Gilgeous-Alexander is often compared to Allen Iverson, another Hall of Fame guard who inspired a generation of hoopers, Williams gave his honest review of who Gilgeous-Alexander reminds him of. For […]

Carmelo Anthony revealed he was nearly traded to the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2010-11 NBA season, a move that would have paired him with Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol fresh off the Lakers’ 2010 championship run. The recently inducted 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer shared the story during a conversation with Dwyane […]

After Hall of Fame guard Dwyane Wade blasted Bleacher Report’s Kobe Bryant ranking, former NBA player and podcast host Matt Barnes revealed how smoking weed gave him a competitive advantage against the Los Angeles Lakers legend. While specifying that getting high before games wouldn’t enhance his performance, Barnes says it would help him the night […]

Tylil’s live stream with Rich Paul turned into one of the more entertaining basketball conversations we’ve seen in a while. The episode of The Tylil Show wasn’t just about NBA debates, though. It featured Bronny James talk, Paul showing surprising strength in the weight room, and even a spontaneous TikTok dance session with Paul, Tylil, […]

Dallas Wings’ star Arike Ogunbowale looked fresh against the New York Liberty. She scored 20 points and achieved a career high 14 assists as the Wings defeated the defending champions 92-82. Now she is on the cusp of looking fresh, donning a new pair of Nikes in her name. On Tuesday, Nike Basketball posted on […]

Jersey retirements are a great way to celebrate special NBA figures who took part in a franchise’s glorious eras. As a result, the elite company is composed of impactful players who played a huge role in reeling in championships and record-breaking moments. But while it’s usually justified when a player gets his jersey number retired, […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been busy over the last few weeks celebrating their recent NBA championship victory over the Indiana Pacers. A big part of that feat was the play of Jalen Williams, who powered through a wrist injury that has since required surgery and scored 40 points in Game 5 of the NBA […]

Anytime there is a story about Kobe Bryant, people can see how he can be considered the ultimate competitor. Stephen Curry found that out earlier in his career, and he recently shared a story about how he tried to trash-talk Bryant, but it didn’t go the way he expected it. “It was a game at […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant never hid his affinity towards the game of futbol, particularly for the blue and red colors of FC Barcelona. In the past, we’ve even seen Bryant debut his signature Nike Kobe sneakers in colorways to match the current Barcelona uniforms. In keeping tradition, Nike will release an all-new Nike […]

As the NBA world continues to respond to Bleacher Report’s Top 100 NBA Players of all-time list leaving Hall of Fame guard Kobe Bryant outside B/R’s top 10 rankings, as Hall of Fame guard Dwyane Wade chimed in on the conversation. After as a former Los Angeles Lakers teammate who won three consecutive championships from […]

The Seattle Storm announced Wednesday that veteran NFL linebacker and Super Bowl XLVIII champion Bobby Wagner has joined the team’s ownership group, marking a significant move for both the WNBA franchise and one of Seattle’s most celebrated athletes. Wagner, who spent 10 of his 13 NFL seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, returns to the city […]

Nike’s signature Kobe Bryant sneaker line has been massively popular over the last few years in terms of both NBA and WNBA talent constantly preferring his sneakers over others. Thanks to the Nike Kobe line, the low-top sneakers have become go-to options for top talent across the globe and come this holiday, we’ll see the […]