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There aren’t many moments in NBA history that can top Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors in 2006. The game lives forever in league lore and serves as a massive point for Bryant when thrown into the G.O.A.T. discussion. In continuing to keep the Nike Kobe collection active with new releases, […]

Five years removed from Kobe Bryant’s death, and his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, Shaquille O’Neal, still keeps in touch with Bryant’s mom. O’Neal berated Bleacher Report for ranking Kobe No. 11 in its top 100 players of all time. Then, he opened up about his newfound relationship with Black Mamba’s mom, who he often […]

Brandon Jennings has never been one to hold back, especially when it comes to basketball legacy. Sitting down with Keyshawn Johnson on Undisputed Presents: All Facts No Brakes, the former NBA point guard revealed his top five players to jump straight to the league — and yes, Jennings put himself right in the mix, per […]

NBA analyst and Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal is speaking out about Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s placement in a recent all-time players’ list from Bleacher Report. A Top 100 NBA players’ list by B/R has created significant buzz. After placing Bryant at No. 11 on the list, O’Neal called it out for […]

Bleacher Report updated its Top 100 All-Time list for NBA players, and the new update has certainly turned some heads. Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was noticeably left out of the Top 10 on the list. Bryant was listed as the No. 11-ranked player by Bleacher Report. Despite being a five-time NBA champion, two-time […]

Throughout league history, the Los Angeles Lakers have always been a team to watch in every offseason. Given that it’s a big-market team coupled with its rich history, it isn’t surprising that various superstars continue to consider the Lakers as an enticing team. In addition to this, Los Angeles has always been actively linked with […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers find ways to merge themselves with the legacy of Kobe Bryant. When they won the 2024 World Series, their 8th in franchise history, they put two and two together. Los Angeles will continue to honor the late Lakers legend by unveiling a Kobe Bryant bobblehead, per L.A. sportswriter Matthew Moreno. They […]

Former NBA player Jeff Teague has had a thing or two to say about the greatest players of all time. First, he suggested that LeBron James should retire, and now he is seemingly dismissing an aspect of Kobe Bryant’s pedigree. On the Club 520 podcast, Teague openly questioned Bryant’s all-defensive honors, for which he won […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams says fans are lucky his GM Sam Presti revealed Williams’ injured hand; otherwise, he was planning on keeping the news to himself. After suffering a right-hand injury in a regular-season game against the Phoenix Suns in April, Jalen says playing with the injury throughout the playoffs had happened before, […]

It’s difficult enough to have one successful signature sneaker, but New York Liberty franchise star Sabrina Ionescu is making history once again with her third standalone release with Nike. As the WNBA All-Star break from Indianapolis quickly approaches, Sabrina and Nike have introduced the latest Nike Sabrina 3 to the release calendar, coming just in […]

After scoring the number one overall pick in the NBA Draft and taking future franchise cornerstone Cooper Flagg, the Dallas Mavericks are confident about their chances to compete for a title in the next ten years. However, with All-Star Kyrie Irving expected to make a return at the start of 2026, the Mavericks have a […]

Tony Parker has gone toe-to-toe with some of the fiercest competitors in basketball history, but only one of them learned a new language just to mess with him during the Playoffs, FadeAwayWorld reports. That man was Kobe Bryant. The Spurs icon stopped by Kai Cenat’s “30 Days of Summer” Twitch marathon and gave the AMP […]

Over the last year, Nike and other brands have been reviving sneakers of the 1990’s and early 2000’s as trends circle back around and become relevant again. They’ve already revamped sneakers like the Air DT Max and the Air Max Uptempo, so it’s no surprise that we’ll see one of the most iconic basketball silhouettes […]

There’s no question that Indiana Fever star guard Caitlin Clark is one of the biggest things to happen to the WNBA in recent memory, but it’s quite a load to carry for such a young player early into her career. Nevertheless, Clark has risen to the occasion each time, and the sponsors over at Nike […]

Throughout NBA history, the league has witnessed a number of NBA greats. And unfortunately, every career has an end, and basketball players are no different. But while Father Time has been undefeated, a handful of NBA stars made sure that they ended their careers with a bang. Here is a look at the 10 best […]

There was no secret that Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had a strong love for soccer and the passion behind the European fans. Although he spent a solid chunk of his childhood playing basketball in Italy, Bryant chose FC Barcelona ad his adopted team later in his adult life. It wasn’t long before Nike […]

Thanks to its simple construction, unmatched comfort, and everyday wearability, the Nike Dunk has remained a staple in the closet of sneaker fans since their inception in 1985. Originally marketed as a basketball shoe, the Dunk silhouette has become a massive part of skateboard culture as well as street and music culture. We’ll see yet […]

In the never-ending world of basketball debates, Kobe Bryant’s name still sparks strong feelings. Whether it’s his five rings, his relentless work ethic, or his place among the greats, there’s always someone ready to challenge or defend his legacy. This time, that conversation got personal between two former NBA players Gilbert Arenas and Nick Young. […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams’ affinity for Kobe Bryant is no secret. He grew up a fan of the late Lakers legend and was excited about playing in Los Angeles at the Staples Center, now the Crypto.com Center. After winning the NBA championship, Williams walked into the Thunder’s parade donning a shirt emblazoned with […]

Nike is continuing their “Year of the Mamba” releases in honor of NBA legend Kobe Bryant as they’ll add another look to the popular concept. With four previous releases already behind us, Nike revealed a latest “Triple Black” Nike Kobe 5 Protro as part of the Year of the Mamba collection. The resurfacing has fans […]

NBA Draft Day trades are quite common as teams are trying to upgrade their respective rosters. However, what isn’t common is when a team regretfully trades away a blue-chip prospect who would eventually transform into an NBA MVP. While one can’t fault a team for failing to foresee the future, the consequences are ultimately painful. […]

Lamar Odom shared how Kobe Bryant helped him get through a tough time. Odom and Bryant were more than teammates on the legendary Los Angeles Lakers squad, winning back-to-back championships together in 2009 and 2010. The former Lakers forward recently shared in an interview with All The Smoke with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, how […]

Oregon football is adding its own “Mamba Mentality” to Eugene for the 2026 class. The Ducks landed the five-star nephew of the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Oregon received a massive verbal commitment from Jett Washington Thursday — one of the nation’s most coveted prospects. Washington narrowed his list down to Oregon, Alabama and USC […]

On the anniversary of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 16th title, Hall of Fame guard Dwyane Wade reflected on Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol’s final championship with a hot Finals MVP take in favor of Gasol. Looking back on the 2010 NBA Finals, which Lamar Odom did in his tribute to Kobe, Wade says people forget […]

Danilo Gallinari is one of many players who clashed with Kobe Bryant throughout his career. The former New York Knicks forward was the victim of Bryant’s 61-point performance in Madison Square Garden in 2009. However, Gallinari’s connection to the Los Angeles Lakers legend goes much further back than their time in the NBA. He is […]

Former LA Lakers star Lamar Odom posted a heartfelt tribute for Kobe Bryant on the eve of what is the 15th anniversary of the purple and gold’s 2010 NBA championship. Led by the late Kobe Bryant and 6-time All-Star Pau Gasol, the Lakers defeated a stacked Boston Celtics lineup featuring the likes of Ray Allen, […]

Growing up, the conversation that took control of our lives was debating who was better between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. Every person and athlete had an opinion on the subject, and it is a debate that continues to this day. There are thousands of former and current NBA players who have played […]

Sharing touching moments is something everyone can appreciate; hearing a handful from a hoops family is a blessing. Well, highly valued Atlanta Hawks veteran Larry Nance Jr. marked Father’s Day 2025 with a poignant tribute to his NBA journey, sharing his top five career moments with ClutchPoints on social media. Each memory (except one) reflects his […]

Over two decades after the contentious 2002 Western Conference Finals between the Sacramento Kings and the Los Angeles Lakers, Mike Bibby has revisited the series on his podcast, reigniting one of the most polarizing debates in NBA playoff history. But his emotional recollections are likely to be met with ridicule from Lakers fans who remain […]

The Indiana Pacers took a 2-1 series lead thanks to a big night from multiple players, led by superstar point guard Tyrese Haliburton. Known for their physicality, the Oklahoma City Thunder have done a solid job on Haliburton throughout the series, and accidentally put him in some history with Kobe Bryant through the first three […]

Nike has introduced unique collaborations over the last few years, but none have hit quite close to home as their most recent projects honoring NBA legend Kobe Bryant. Throughout the last year, we’ve seen a number of Nike Air Force 1 silhouettes with special colorways honoring the Lakers icon and the folks over at Nike […]

For several seasons, the Charlotte Hornets have been marred with mediocrity as the franchise tries to end its playoff absence. To make matters more interesting, despite being a terrible squad, the team has yet to fully capitalize on the NBA Draft. This year, the Hornets will have another shot in improving their roster, as the […]

In a league full of incredible moments, former Los Angeles Lakers guard and coach Byron Scott says one Kobe Bryant memory still stands above the rest. Speaking on his podcast, Byron Scott’s Off the Dribble with NBA veteran Olden Polynice and host Kid Jay, the former Lakers coach and teammate recalled what he considers the […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has led his Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA Finals, and they’re now just four wins away from the NBA Championship. The young superstar says Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant played a part in his upbringing. Even though he never had the chance to meet him, Gilgeous-Alexander credited Kobe Bryant for the […]

Bad blood rivalries transcend the court when it comes to NBA basketball. Organizations chase NBA Finals appearances and championships; broadcasters chase ratings and market share. Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley have done both after decades in the league and with TNT’s Inside the NBA show. Shouting matches over the most talented, most popular star who […]

A cherished Kobe Bryant mural in downtown Los Angeles has been vandalized for the second time in just over a month. Despite community efforts and a $5,000 donation from NBA star Luka Doncic to restore the mural in late April, white spray paint now covers the tribute to Kobe and Gigi Bryant at the corner […]

Former 3-and-D wing and current analyst Danny Green has a unique perspective when it comes to debates about the greatest player of all time. He grew up watching Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls dominate the league in the 1990s and then celebrated a national title at the man’s Alma mater of North Carolina. He […]

Michael Wilbon didn’t sugarcoat a single word when it came to comparing LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. During a fiery appearance on ESPN’s Get Up, the veteran analyst made it clear: don’t expect him to place LeBron on a higher pedestal than Kobe, or even Magic, Russell, or Jordan, per TheSpun. Wilbon’s comments came after […]

The iconic Phoenix Suns star duo of Amar’e Stoudemire and Steve Nash almost didn’t come to fruition, as Kobe Bryant was a big option for the latter. Stoudemire appeared on an episode of the 7PM in Brooklyn podcast with former star teammate Carmelo Anthony being the host. He played five seasons with Anthony during their […]