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The person who most people look up to tends to have their own idols. That statement is more than true in the NBA. A lot of players got into basketball due to a superstar who played at least a generation before them. James Harden is no exception. While he was racking up big numbers and […]

In a captivating episode of “The OG’s Podcast” with Udonis Haslem and Mike Miller, former NBA player Caron Butler shared an untold story about Kobe Bryant, revealing a remarkable moment that encapsulates the essence of Bryant’s legendary mindset and determination. This story, set during a turbulent time for the Lakers, underscores Kobe’s unparalleled focus and […]

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving is looked upon as a leader for the Dallas Mavericks. But even well-respected leaders have mentors. For Irving, the late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was one of his mentors. Kyrie was asked about Bryant’s impact on him on Monday with the 2024 NBA Finals right around the corner. “I […]

An iconic Kobe Bryant jersey and ultra-rare Michael Jordan card are currently up for auction at Goldin, and both items are expected to fetch crazy amounts when the bidding ends Saturday, June 1. Goldin founder and CEO Ken Goldin talked to ClutchPoints to discuss about the incredibly historic items that are part of the Goldin […]

NBA legend Vince Carter was enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame after a phenomenal career with the Toronto Raptors, New Jersey Nets, Dallas Mavericks and others. But, despite an NBA career that lasted 22 seasons, Carter wasn’t sure how retirement was going to go. Speaking with TNT’s Taylor Rooks, Carter revealed that it […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers teammates Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant won three consecutive NBA championships (2000, 2001, 2002), and made an additional NBA Finals appearance in 2004 together before personal differences and arguments over their individual roles on the team was followed by a trade that sent Shaq to the Miami Heat while Bryant was […]

Nike continues to add new editions to the ever-expanding signature catalogue of Los Angeles Laker legend Kobe Bryant. In keeping his legacy prevalent, the brand has been releasing new colorways of his classic Protro sneakers, which have been updated by Nike and continue to be the most popular shoes worn by NBA stars. The Nike […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 2023-24 campaign didn’t exactly end the way he would have hoped it would, as he was forced to miss the Milwaukee Bucks entire first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers due to a calf injury. For his brother, Kostas Antetokounmpo, his playoff run in Europe is still ongoing, so like any good brother […]

Because he’s widely regarded as the best power forward in NBA history, it makes sense that San Antonio Spurs icon Tim Duncan would be asked to pick between three players who are among the very best the game has ever seen. After all, T.D. played against Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. Former NBA […]

The NBA Draft is just weeks away and fans everywhere are wondering what could happen with the Bronny James situation. James turned in an incredibly underwhelming performance last season with USC basketball, adding to confusion over his status as a potential draftee. Recently the man known as the ‘The Big Ticket,’ Kevin Garnett, came to […]

As the Tennessee Titans head into a new era with a different head coach and even unfamiliar faces with the offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach, there has been one constant. That would be Titans star wideout DeAndre Hopkins who enters in his 12th season in the NFL and second with the franchise as he’s […]

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green was on former Los Angeles Lakers player Shaquille O’Neal’s show called “The Big Podcast” where they talked about a bevy of topics related to the NBA and current events. However, O’Neal would talk about the conversation regarding who the greatest of all time is and how while it usually […]

Kobe Bryant is remembered as a Los Angeles Lakers legend. He was a terrific player who knew how to win championships. In fact, Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese immediately thought of Kobe and Shaquille O’Neal’s dynasty with the Lakers after receiving the opportunity to hold the Larry O’Brien Trophy. “What’s up Larry (Larry O’Brien Trophy), […]

Another retro Kobe Bryant sneaker is on the way and Los Angeles Lakers fans will love this upcoming pair, a subtle nod to the Lakers’ long history of success and championship gold. Among other upcoming releases slated for his ever-popular Nike Kobe sneaker line, this pair returns an all-new colorway across a Nike Kobe 8 […]

It’s been years since the world lost Kobe Bryant (RIP), but the basketball community continues to ensure that the Mamba’s legacy never fades away. From stories by NBA players, to statues, murals and other works of art, the Los Angeles Lakers legend is still revered by those who follow the sport. Recently, the Nickerson Gardens […]

It has been a monumental year for Kobe Bryant’s legacy as we continue to celebrate his storied career and impact on basketball all throughout 2024, or “Mamba Year.” We’ve seen some of his most classic signature sneakers release over the last few months and with the summer right around the corner, the releases will begin […]

LeBron James’ 21st season in the NBA didn’t end the way he wanted. The Los Angeles Lakers were summarily dispatched from the playoffs by the Denver Nuggets again, this time building comfortable leads in each of their four losses following what many called the most competitive postseason sweep ever a year ago. Jamal Murray hit […]

More details have emerged from the trade that almost sent Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant to the Detroit Pistons almost two decades ago. Back in 2007, following the Los Angeles Lakers’ second straight first-round playoff exit, Kobe Bryant had had enough and demanded a trade. It was a startling request by Bryant, who had […]

In the NBA Playoffs, the expectation is always that the star players are going to pop off. Teams are separated by the contributions of their bench and how good the unit is at executing schemes as a whole. This is exactly what defined Game 4 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Denver Nuggets. Everyone knew […]

Recently, former Los Angeles Lakers superstar center Shaquille O’Neal made waves with his comments that his late great former teammate Kobe Bryant, with whom he won three NBA Championships in LA, belongs in the GOAT (greatest of all time) discussion. “The only thing I don’t like about the [GOAT] conversation is they don’t put my […]

Even though he was badly snubbed from the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team back in February 2022, it’s not up for debate that Dwight Howard had one of the most impressive careers and dominant peaks in league history. The 18-year NBA veteran is best known for his eight seasons with the Orlando Magic, a franchise for […]

Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant were two of the best players ever to wear a Los Angeles Lakers uniform. Both stars have been mentioned among fans and analysts’ Greatest of All of Time (GOAT) lists for their success. However, Shaq is having issues with Bryant not being mentioned enough. O’Neal believes Bryant’s success has earned […]

Another long-awaited Nike Kobe Bryant sneaker will be on the way next year as we’ve already caught glimpses of the upcoming pair across the NBA. Vanessa Bryant and the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation recently held a skills academy for underprivileged youth as a way to keep the Mamba legacy alive and help guide the […]

Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets are facing a tough task against the upstart Minnesota Timberwolves and their exciting young core led by Anthony Edwards. In Game 1, the Timberwolves took the series opener on the road, 106-99, led by Edwards’ 43 points, seven rebounds and three assists. The loss put the defending NBA champions in […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are currently in the opening stages of a highly important offseason for the future of the franchise that’s already seen the team part ways with its entire coaching staff. The Lakers are coming off of a crushing Game 5 loss to the Denver Nuggets in the first round […]

After nearly climbing back from a 31-point deficit and stealing a win away from the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 4, the Dallas Mavericks left no doubt in Game 5, routing the Clips by the final score of 123-93 in Los Angeles to take a 3-2 series lead. As usual, leading the way for the […]

After the Boston Celtics suffered an embarrassing loss in Game 2 to the banged-up Miami Heat, many believed that Jayson Tatum and the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference were in major trouble. No one is singing the same tune this time, though, as Boston just reminded Miami and everyone else why it entered […]

There are not many players in league history who could compete with the resume of Kobe Bryant. The Black Mamba solidified himself as arguably the greatest player to come out of the Los Angeles Lakers system. One big reason for his legendary status was the insane NBA Playoffs run he had back in 2010. Goran […]

Nike continues to expand the sneaker archive of Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant with a plethora of releases throughout the significant year of 2024. The brand recently celebrated Kobe on April 13, or “Mamba Day,” on the eighth anniversary of his final game for the Lakers on the same date. Now, Nike will celebrate […]

There’s no question that NBA legends deserve a statue. It is a way for fans and teams to honor a particular player for his legacy and contributions to the game of basketball. Just recently, we witnessed how the Los Angeles Lakers honored the late great Kobe Bryant by putting up a statue just outside of […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are getting a pretty amazing gift. Kobe Bryant’s widow Vanessa is gifting exclusive Kobe sneakers to the team, per ESPN. The gifts were in honor of the eight year anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s last game in the NBA. The Dodgers posted a thank you to Vanessa Bryant on social media after […]

April 13, 2024 marked the eighth anniversary of Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant’s last NBA game in which he bid farewell to the league with 60 points. The day was designated as this year’s “Mamba Day” by the Bryant family and Nike celebrated with three new releases of retro Kobe sneaker models. Vanessa Bryant also had […]

In the early 2000s, the Los Angeles Lakers were a powerhouse in the NBA. They had Shaquille O’Neal in his prime and an up-and-coming superstar in Kobe Bryant. While everyone will mostly remember the dysfunctional partnership between O’Neal and Bryant, one incident that was largely overshadowed during this time was when Bryant punched one of […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is admired by basketball fans around the world for his success and inspiring mindset. As a result, he ranks high on most fans’ GOAT (Greatest of All Time) list. While most recognize Bryant’s greatness, some leave him out of their top five, and Tracy McGrady made a passionate Shaq-Kareem […]

The annual NBA All-Star Game is just around the corner. As we all know, it’s the time of the year when the best basketball players in the world come together for an exhibition game. Although there’s no bearing at stake in the All-Star festivities, it’s an event where basketball legends continue to cement their greatness […]

The Los Angeles Lakers Capsule Collection, the first of multiple auctions in Sotheby’s Sports Week, closed on Wednesday afternoon, highlighted by Kobe Bryant’s 2009 NBA Finals game-worn jersey. Bryant’s jersey sold for $1.75 million. Bryant wore the jersey in Game 1 of the 2009 NBA Finals, when he scored a Finals career-high 40 points and […]

Kobe Bryant was one of the greatest players in NBA history, which is why the Los Angeles Lakers honored his memory with a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena on February 8, 2024. However, this statue of Kobe was quickly met with backlash due to Lakers fans noticing several errors. Included on the statue was the […]

One of the most famous things about late Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant was the way he treated his teammates during his legendary near 20-year career with the franchise, which culminated in five championship victories and many other deep playoff runs. While Bryant was known to be quite harsh at times on his teammates […]

Adidas will be heading back into their vault of retro releases for the upcoming Spring and Sumer months of 2024 as they look to continue honoring Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Upcoming April 2024, the footwear giant will bring back a rare iteration of Kobe Bryant’s second signature shoe, the Adidas Crazy 98. Check […]