Sam Lerner is a huge Los Angeles Lakers fan and at one point he even met Kobe Bryant. 🏀
In a now viral play, Jeremy Lin once waved off Kobe Bryant and scored a three-pointer over Chris Paul.
Ja Morant has massive back and torso tattoos as a tribute to Kobe Bryant and his own Nike signature sneaker line.
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Paul Goodman
August 8, 2023Kobe Bryant watched Manny Pacquiao sparring at Wildcard.
Kobe Bryant was happy to help Isaiah! 🤝
Last year’s Grammys took place a day after Kobe’s fatal accident. 😢
Lamar Odom won two NBA titles alongside Kobe Bryant. 😔
Kobe Bryant was Spike's close friend, see some memorable moments.👍
Kobe Bryant was honored with the cover of the 'Mamba Forever' edition.
He joked about his crying meme in his tearful tribute to Kobe. 😢
Novak and Kobe Bryant were pals! 🤝
The time Kobe Bryant nailed 12 three-pointers in a single game. 🧺
Gigi got the 'Mambacita' nickname while training with her dad. 🏀
In 1998, Kobe became the youngest all-star in NBA history. ⚡
Kobe Bryant grew up in Italy where his father played basketball after an eight-year stint in the NBA. 🇮🇹
Kobe Bryant spent the entirety of his 20-season NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers. 🏀
DYK Kobe proposed to Vanesa when she turned just 18? 💍
Bryant's wish came true! Michael Jordan inducted him into the HOF. 👏
Kobe Bryant met his future wife Vanessa on the set of 'G'd up' in 1999. 🎶
Kobe won his first finale with Lakers in 2000. ✊
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