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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 […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was a dwindling breed of player that made the transition from high school to the NBA when he was selected out of Lower Merion with the 13th overall pick in the 1996 Draft. While he didn’t end up with his selected team in the Charlotte Hornets, many knew he […]

Natalia Bryant is a college grad! Natalia graduated cum laude at the University of Southern California (USC) and honored her late father and NBA icon Kobe Bryant on her stole. The model added Kobe’s “Sheath” logo in the upper right-hand corner. She also put the words “School of Cinematic Arts,” to represent her major, “USC,” […]

The New York Knicks may not have closed out the Boston Celtics in Game 5, but history was made by one of their own. Jalen Brunson passed the late Kobe Bryant for the most fourth-quarter points scored in playoff history.  On Wednesday, Brunson finished the game with 22 points and six assists. Good enough to […]

Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards have propelled the Minnesota Timberwolves to a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Golden State Warriors. Randle, impressed by Edwards’ mentality and drive, drew a bold comparison between the rising star and Lakers icon Kobe Bryant. “I have been around a lot of great players. He is as confident in […]

Although Jalen Brunson gave a message to the New York Knicks following their Game 4 win against the Boston Celtics, he forgot to mention making history. Brunson broke Kobe Bryant’s record for the most fourth-quarter points through ten games in the playoffs. According to Tommy Breer on X (formerly Twitter), he had a list for […]

As we head into the summer season of 2025, rumors of slated releases for the upcoming year are already full-fledged. Nike has done great work keeping the memory of NBA legend Kobe Bryant alive and well as his signature shoes continue to be the most worn option among professional basketball players. In bringing back some […]

The Indiana Pacers are currently floating on cloud nine after taking a 3-1 lead in their second-round matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers courtesy of a 129-109 win in Game 4 that wasn’t as close as the final score would suggest. They were so dominant to the point that they took a 41-point lead into the […]

The NBA on NBC provided three generations of basketball fans with timeless memories. After NBC spent $2.5 billion to acquire the NBA rights, the league will be on NBC in October.  The league scored a hard-fought win to reclaim ownership of the iconic Roundball Rock theme. The new NBA on NBC will also show player […]

After a poor performance in the Houston Rockets’ Game 7 loss to the Golden State Warriors, it would appear Jalen Green’s future in Houston is in doubt. But it would not be if Lou Williams were making the decisions. Williams, who played half of a season with the Rockets during his 17-year NBA career, acknowledged […]

A downtown Los Angeles mural that was made to honor Kobe Bryant and Gigi Bryant was vandalized earlier this week, and a GoFundMe was created to help raise money for restoration. The mural was created after Kobe and Gigi tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash back in January of 2020. It is an […]

The iconic mural in downtown Los Angeles featuring Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gigi Bryant, was vandalized this week, according to a report from KTLA 5. It is unclear when the mural was vandalized, and is also unclear who vandalized it. Most of the mural is now covered in spray paint, and the original art […]

Stephen Curry knew that he was going to be carrying a heavier burden in Game 3 against the Houston Rockets, especially since Jimmy Butler was sidelined with his pelvic injury. Time and time again, Curry has stepped up in big moments and games for the Golden State Warriors, and Saturday night was no different. With […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant may not be with us anymore, but his legacy continues to live on. A photo-matched Bryant jersey from his rookie campaign in 1996-97 just sold for a whopping $7 million at Sotheby’s, per ESPN. The previous record for any Bryant collectible was $5.84 million. A collector paid nearly $6 […]

Tony Allen wasn’t being paranoid. He was being outplayed—in Italian. On a recent episode of Out The Mud, Sasha Vujačić confirmed what Allen had long suspected: Kobe Bryant absolutely used foreign languages as a strategic edge, per EssentiallySports. “When Kobe and I would speak on the basketball court, he [Tony Allen] would come and listen, […]