Players' Tribune Names Kevin Durant Kobe Bryant's Boss - Deadspin

Big news in sports journalism today. Biiiiiig news. Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant has accepted the position of Deputy Publisher at The Players' Tribune, the outlet that cuts out media middlemen and lets pro athletes ...

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Mitch Kupchak On Kobe Bryant's Role: 'Don't Think It Will Be Any ...

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak believes Kobe Bryant's role will not be any different than in years past.

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Julius Randle On Kobe Bryant: 'I Hope We Can Give Him A Reason ...

Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle hopes that he and the rest of the team can convince Kobe Bryant to return after this season.

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Brandon Jennings (Pistons PG) on Kobe Bryant (Lakers SG) NBA ...

Much like Dion Waiters, Brandon Jennings is none too pleased with NBA 2K16 giving Kobe Bryant a 85 rating. Over the weekend, 2K16 released their top 10 ratings for each position, Bryant came in at No. 5, behind James ...

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Kobe Bryant, Alex Morgan Talk Trash On FIFA 16 In Commercial ...

Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers and Alex Morgan of United States women's national soccer team make an appearance in a commercial promoting FIFA 16.

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Byron Scott: Kobe Bryant's Teammates 'Sometimes' Intimidated By ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott spoke about Kobe Bryant and he can intimidate his teammates.

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Jerry West: Kobe Bryant 'Might Play More' After 2015-16 NBA ...

Former Los Angeles Lakers general manager, Jerry West, believes Kobe Bryant may extend his career beyond the upcoming NBA season due to competitive drive.

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TWITTER: Brandon Jennings Defends Kobe Bryant For NBA2K16 ...

2K Sports recently revealed the ratings for NBA2K16 with Kobe Bryant's rating causing a stir with Brandon Jennings sticking up for the five-time NBA champion.

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Shaquille O'Neal doesn't think Kobe Bryant should retire yet ...

Shaquille O'Neal continues to show Kobe Bryant the love. Less than a month after hosting Bryant on his podcast, O'Neal is now telling his former teammate to keep playing beyond 2016. ''If you still got something, you should ...

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Kobe Bryant -- Rolling Out Purple & Gold Carpet for Terror Train ...

0918-train-heroes-lakers-game-GETTY-01 File this one under "stories you gotta love" -- those American heroes who stopped the terrorist plot in France last month are about to get the royal treatment ... courtesy of Kobe Bryant ...

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Shaquille O'Neal Encourages Kobe Bryant To Play Beyond 2015-16 ...

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal is encouraging his former teammate Kobe Bryant to play beyond the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant Rated Fifth Best Shooting Guard In NBA 2K16 | Lakers ...

Kobe Bryant is rated the fifth best shooting guard in NBA 2K16. Lou Williams is tied for ninth with Victor Oladipo and Bradley Beal.

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Coach K Believes Kobe Bryant Won't Retire If He's Able To Stay ...

Team USA's Mike Krzyzewski believes next season won't be Kobe Bryant's last with the Los Angeles Lakers if he's able to stay healthy.

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Byron Scott On Kobe Bryant: 'I Want Him To Go Out Standing ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott wants Kobe Bryant to end the 2015-16 NBA season healthy if this is indeed his final season.

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Kobe Bryant Assured Byron Scott He'd Be Ready For Lakers ...

Superstar Kobe Bryant has told head coach Byron Scott that he'll be ready for the start of training camp for the Los Angeles Lakers on Sept. 29.

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Kobe Bryant Medically Cleared For All Basketball Activities | Lakers ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant has been medically cleared for all basketball activities as he prepares for the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant Appears In FIFA 16 Commercial With Lionel Messi ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant makes a cameo appearance in a FIFA 16 commercial making a full-court shot with his feet.

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Roy Hibbert To Kobe Bryant: 'I'll Be Ready On The Defensive End ...

Los Angeles Lakers center Roy Hibbert talked about his first phone call with teammate, Kobe Bryant.

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Lionel Messi, Kobe Bryant In Surreal, Star-Studded 'FIFA 16 ...

U.S. women's national team star Alex Morgan and NBA superstar Kobe Bryant also appear in the teaser. The presence of Pele is almost unremarkable in this cast. “Play Beautiful” remains the dominant theme of the game and ...

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The rise, fall and revival of Kobe Bryant: Meet the NBA All-2000s ...

When the NBA's new millennium began, there was a reasonable belief that it would belong to Kobe Bryant. The star Lakers guard cohabitated with Shaq long enough to win the first three titles of the decade. He was clearly the ...

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Five things to watch in Kobe Bryant's 2015-16 season | Inside the ...

Below is the first in a series looking at five things surrounding each notable player on the Lakers' roster for the 2014-15 season. This post focuses on Lakers guard Kobe Bryant. 1. Can Kobe Bryant stay healthy? For nearly his ...

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The new 'FIFA 16' ad features Kobe Bryant drop-kicking a full-court ...

Leo Messi and Sergio Aguero doing motion capture! Alex Morgan looking like she's Moses in The Ten Commandments! Pele cheering! But wait ... Kobe?! Making a near full-court shot by drop-kicking a basketball? YEP. (Yeah ...

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Kobe Bryant's Top 20 Plays on Dwyane Wade…20 on LeBron Too

This isn't a who's better argument post. It's not a post that will make you think any differently when speaking of Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade or LeBron James. This is simply just a post for Kobe Bryant fans to enjoy…because ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant will be ready for training camp - Silver ...

After having his previous three seasons ended prematurely due to injuries, perhaps the biggest question surrounding Kobe Bryant's 20th season playing for the Los Angeles Lakers is the future Hall of Famer's health.

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Lakers Nation Roundtable: Will Kobe Bryant Lead L.A. In Scoring ...

Lakers Nation Roundtable asks our experts whether Kobe Bryant will lead the team in scoring this season.

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Mitch Kupchak Expects Kobe Bryant To Be 'Full Bore' At Training ...

Many of the biggest questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers this season have to do with superstar Kobe Bryant. In particular, will this be Kobe's final season in the NBA? Another question that hasn't been asked nearly ...

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NBA Rumors: Kobe Bryant Will Be A Full-Go For Training Camp

NBA Rumors: Kobe Bryant expected to be a full-go for training camp, but could be limited (on practice count) by the Los Angeles Lakers.

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13 Minutes of Kobe Bryant Blocking NBA Superstars - Ballislife.com

Kobe Bryant has been on the NBA All-Defensive time 12 times – 9 on the 1st and 3 times on the 2nd. He's ranked #14 on the all-time steals list and #1 among active players. So it would be tough for me to tell anyone that Kobe ...

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Dion Waiters (Thunder SG) Reaction to Kobe Bryant (Lakers SG ...

When we found out about Kobe Bryant's 85 rating in NBA 2K16, we were kinda like...it made us feel like... Look, we get it. Over the last two years, Bryant has been a shell of his former self. But c'mon, this is Kobe we're talking ...

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Marcelo Huertas Talks NBA Transition, Kobe Bryant (VIDEO ...

Los Angeles Lakers signed Marcelo Huertas this week. He talks with the media about how he expects to transition to the NBA and playing alongside Kobe Bryant.

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Lakers News: Sporting News Ranks Kobe Bryant 10th Best Shooting ...

Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers receives another low ranking with Sporting News believing he'll be the 10th best player at his position.

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Watch: Kobe Bryant Dropping Dimes | Forum Blue And Gold

I use that podcast as an intro here because one of the many topics covered during their hour-long discussion was Kobe's reputation as a “gunner”. Lowe and Beck go into great detail about how, while it's an idea that Kobe ...

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Quote from Kobe Bryant illuminates special pairing of the Durant ...

Earlier this week, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant became the latest and perhaps most credible person to lend credence to how difficult a dynamic that can be. As a guest on Shaquille O'Neal's podcast, Bryant reflected ...

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Ice Cube's Son Bashes Kobe Bryant's NBA 2K16 Rating (VIDEO ...

Straight Outta Compton star, O'Shea Jackson Jr., isn't happy with Kobe Bryant's rating in the upcoming NBA2K16 video game set to be released in October.

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Kevin Durant Has Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal In All-Time Starting ...

With a month before preseason begins for the Los Angeles Lakers, much of the attention will be on Kobe Bryant's 20th season. After three consecutive season-ending injuries, the five-time champion is looking to end his ...

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Kobe Bryant Joins Shaquille O'Neal's Big Podcast | Lakers Nation

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant recently shared the stage with a familiar competitor once again while on a recent visit to The Big Podcast with Shaquille.

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Shaquille O'Neal Claims Kobe Bryant Could've Tied Michael ...

Four-time NBA champion Shaquille O'Neal formerly of the Los Angeles Lakers claims he and Kobe Bryant could have tied or surpassed Michael Jordan's ring count.

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Jeanie Buss Q&A: D'Angelo Russell, Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal ...

Los Angeles Lakers team president Jeanie Buss talks D'Angelo Russell and whether she sees Kobe Bryant still having a role with Lakers after he retires.

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NBA Rumors: Kevin Durant Considering The Knicks; Kobe Bryant ...

NBA Rumors: According to Stephen A. Smith, Kevin Durant is considering signing with the New York Knicks next summer; so could Kobe Bryant, too.

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Kobe Bryant Admits Wife Calls Him "Bay-Boo," Doesn't Care If ...

Someone will use this against Kobe Bryant next season.

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Kobe Bryant on Why He Would Be a Terrible NBA Executive: "I ...

Don't look for Kobe Bryant to join an NBA front office anytime soon.

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D'Angelo Russell Relates To Kobe Bryant Being 'Mentally On ...

Los Angeles Lakers No. 2 draft pick D'Angelo Russell credits his strong mentality for his success and explains why he can relate to Kobe Bryant's 'another.

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10 Things We Learned From Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant's ...

It's been more than a decade now since Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant played together on the Lakers, and yet, people still talk about their time together as teammates. They were, without a doubt, one of the best duos in ...

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The Big Podcast with Shaq and Kobe Bryant is available now, with ...

The highly anticipated podcast featuring Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant is available now in the iTunes store, reuniting two of the greatest Los Angeles Lakers. It's roughly 20 minutes of traveling down memory lane, delving ...

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Kobe Bryant Drops 30 Spots on SI's Top 100 Players List and Lands ...

Real quick, name 10 players better than Kobe Bryant right now. Not a prime Kobe but a 37 year old Kobe coming off of 3 consecutive season-ending injuries. Some of you probably did it fairly quickly while others probably ...

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Lakers guards keep impersonating Kobe, and we are scared for ...

... for the Lakers. See, Jordan Clarkson did a Kobe Bryant impression -- a very good one: Jordan Clarkson practicing his Kobe. ... Previously, D'Angelo Russell did a very good Kobe impression for us at the rookie photo shoot: ...

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Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal don't hate each other, wish they ...

Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal were one of the most dominant two-man tandems in both Los Angeles Lakers and NBA history, winning three-straight NBA Finals (including a 16-1 run in 2001) and making a fourth trip to the ...

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Jordan Clarkson Imitates Kobe Bryant's Fadeaway (VIDEO) | Lakers ...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson does his best impression of teammate Kobe Bryant's signature fadeaway jumper.

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Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal bury hatchet during podcast | Inside ...

The detente started when Shaquille O'Neal introduced his long-time adversary with words of affection. “The greatest Laker ever,” O'Neal said, “Mr. Kobe Bryant.” The detente ended when O'Neal said goodbye to Bryant with a ...

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Noted Mortal Enemies Kobe Bryant And Shaquille O'Neal Pretend ...

Noted mortal enemies Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal sat down and pretended that they don't totally hate each other's guts during a taping of "The Big Podcast With Shaq” that was made available for download Monday.

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Lakers News: D'Angelo Russell Anxious To Meet With Kobe Bryant ...

Rookie D'Angelo Russell of the Los Angeles Lakers is anxious to learn from Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash before heading into his first NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant (Lakers SG) NBA 2K16 Rating | Complex

Kobe Bryant is going to play this upcoming season with a chip on his shoulder. But you already knew that. Bryant has to prove those people who think that, at 37 years old, he doesn't have anything left in the tank. And, if he ...

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Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant clear the air about their 'work ...

The two former teammates and rivals talked about what went into the feud that dominated the Lakers' championship years during an appearance on O'Neal's podcast.

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LA Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bryant May Not Retire From Lakers?

LA Lakers rumors about Kobe Bryant and his pending retirement have taken an interesting turn. Bryant could return for another NBA season beyond 2015-16.

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Lakers Nation Debate: Would Kobe Bryant Take Lesser Role To ...

We ask the loyal Lakers Nation Twitter followers if they believe Kobe Bryant would take a lesser role with the Lakers beyond this season.

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Stephen A. Smith Suggests Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Durant, Kobe ...

The Knicks look like they're headed nowhere fast next season. But could Carmelo Anthony, Kevin Durant, and Kobe Bryant end up on the team by this time next year? It's a long shot. But on ESPN First Take this morning, ...

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Kobe Bryant's NBA 2K16 rating revealed - Silver Screen and Roll

The first closeup look of Kobe Bryant in NBA 2K16 is in, with the Black Mamba wearing the non-sleeved version of the Lakers' Hollywood Nights jersey with a snarl on his face. More importantly to those faithful to the franchise, ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant's NBA 2K16 Rating Is Lowest Of His ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant's 85 rating in NBA 2K16 is the lowest of his career.

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Jim Buss: Lakers Approaching Season Like It Is Kobe Bryant's Last ...

Los Angeles Lakers Executive VP of Basketball Operations Jim Buss says the team will approach this season as if it is Kobe Bryant's final year.

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Kobe Bryant on His Beef With Shaq: "Holy Sh*t, I Was an Idiot When ...

If you haven't listened to Shaquille O'Neal's new podcast The Big Podcast With Shaq yet, we can pretty much guarantee that you're going to want to listen to it on Monday. Kobe Bryant is scheduled to be Shaq's guest and, well ...

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Kobe Bryant Says He Wishes He Didn't Fight With Shaq Through the ...

Kobe is a guest on the next episode of Shaq's podcast, which will run on Monday. ESPN LA's Mason and Ireland played a preview snippet of it earlier this week where Shaq's co-host John Kincade asked the former teammates ...

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Rick Barry On 'Pathetic' Free Throws, Respect For Kobe Bryant (Video)

NBA Hall Of Famer Rick Barry rips players like DeAndre Jordan and Dwight Howard for pathetic free throw shooting, also talks about the respect he has for Kobe.

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Kobe Bryant Regrets Shaq Lakers Feud: 'I Was An Idiot When I Was ...

You know when people say, “We'll look back 10 years from now and laugh about this?” Well, in the case of Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant, that's exactly how everything has played out. Shaq and Kobe won three NBA ...

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Shaquille O'Neal On Relationship With Kobe Bryant: 'I Would Do It ...

Shaquille O'Neal says that when he looks back, he would do his relationship with Kobe Bryant on the Los Angeles Lakers over again.

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Kobe Bryant and Shaq share regrets over their feud - SBNation.com

Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal have had a famous feud since playing together on the Lakers. Even recently, Kobe's taken friendly verbal shots at Shaq. But next Monday on Shaq's podcast "The Big Podcast With Shaq," ...

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Kobe Bryant -- Reuniting With Shaq ... 'I Shoulda Kept My Mouth ...

Kobe Bryant went face-to-face with Shaquille O'Neal on Shaq's podcast -- and both NBA stars expressed serious regrets about the way things…

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Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal Discuss Regrets Over The Years ...

Los Angeles Lakers legends Kobe Bryant and Shaq discuss things they would take back during their feud, on Shaq's podcast.

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Michael Frazier Q&A: Kobe Bryant, Bradley Beal, Shooting Ability ...

Michael Frazier II talks all-time favorite Los Angeles Lakers, patterning his game after Bradley Beal and says he was the best shooter in the 2015 NBA Draft.

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Lil Wayne Talks Packers, Kobe Bryant, & 'Straight Outta Compton' on ...

Fresh off his headlining set at the Billboard Hot 100 Festival, Lil Wayne dropped by ESPN's “First Take” on Monday for an entertaining conversation about everything from Kobe to Compton. One of the first things the hosts ...

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Kobe Bryant Birthday: Basketball Legend Turns 37 On August 23 ...

Happy birthday, Kobe Bryant! The Lakers great is turning 37 today, August 23. After a year of crafting his game and hanging with his family, we think Kobe definitely has reason to celebrate!

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[VIDEO] Kobe Bryant Joins Taylor Swift At Concert & Gives Her A ...

Another Taylor Swift concert, another special guest! This time, it was Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant that dropped by the Staples Center in Los Angeles to surprise the 'Shake It Off' singer with something truly ...

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Kobe Bryant gets shots up for the first time since surgery ... - SB Nation

Kobe Bryant gave much needed hope to Lakers supporters Saturday night when he posted a rare selfie at the gym. While the "gym selfie" shot may be popular among us mere mortals, it was extra special for the shooting ...

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Kobe Bryant Surprises Taylor Swift With Banner During Concert ...

Kobe Bryant surprised Taylor Swift with a congratulatory banner at the Staples Center Friday night.

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Kobe Bryant Celebrated Birthday With His Wife at the Pool | The Big ...

Kobe Bryant had himself quite a weekend. Kobe helped raise a banner in the Staples Center for the first time in years. And just like those other banners, someone else did a lot of work to earn it, but Kobe is still getting most of ...

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Kobe Bryant's Future With Lakers After 2015-16 NBA Season: Part II ...

Trevor Lane on Kobe Bryant's future with the Los Angeles Lakers and how he can extend his career beyond the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant's Future With Lakers After 2015-16 NBA Season: Part I ...

Trevor Lane on Kobe Bryant's future with the Los Angeles Lakers and why he should retire following the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant Appears In NBA 2K16 #Winning Trailer (VIDEO ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant made an appearance in the official NBA 2K16 trailer entitled #Winning.

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Kobe Bryant Begins Shooting For First Time Since Shoulder Surgery ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant posted a picture on Instagram of him taking the court to shoot for the first time since his shoulder surgery.

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Taylor Swift brought out her BFF Kobe Bryant to the stage, OMFG ...

Last night's concert at the Staples Center in Los Angeles will do little to negate Evans' theory. To mark her 16th sold-out show at the arena, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant joined Swift on-stage to present her with her ...

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Taylor Swift's Surprise Guest Kobe Bryant Surprises Her with ...

Taylor Swift's Surprise Guest Kobe Bryant Surprises Her with Staples Center Banner! LA Lakers player Kobe Bryant hits the stage next to Taylor Swift during her concert at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Friday night (August ...

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Kobe Bryant Presents Taylor Swift With Banner At Staples Center ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant presented Taylor Swift with a banner for most sold out shows at Staples Center.

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Taylor Swift -- Kobe Bryant Jumps Onstage in Banner Night (VIDEO ...

Taylor Swift had them hanging from the rafters at the Staples Center in L.A. Friday night, and something else was hanging from the rafters ... with a little help from Kobe Bryant. 0822-taylor-swift-kobe-getty-01 Taylor opened the ...

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Remember when Kobe Bryant scored 68 points on 29-33 shooting ...

The 81 point “Salvador Dali” masterpiece will easily go down as the most memorable game in Kobe Bryant's career. Not just because it's the 2nd highest point total in NBA history but because of when the majority of points ...

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant-Sponsored Tweets Valued At $43K | Lakers ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant's tweets are valued at $43K, only trailing LeBron James and Kevin Durant.

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Nike / Kobe Bryant Explorations on Behance

Nike Basketball / Kobe Bryant / The Art Of Attack explorations.

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Kobe Bryant vs. Michael Jordan -- Going Head-to-Head Again ... On ...

Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant -- the epic GOAT debate can finally be settled thanks to some guy who LOVES basketball ... but makes poor decisions when it…

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Fan gets opposing Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan tattoos

Check out this fan's opposing Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant tattoos that he got on both his calves.

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PHOTO: NBA Fan Has Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan Calf Tattoos ...

An NBA fan has calf tattoos of Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant and former Chicago Bulls great Michael Jordan.

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This person has dueling Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan calf ...

On one hand, those are *beautifully done* tattoos. Like, photorealistic. On the other hand, I do not believe Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant are the best choices for this calf mural. Presenting my new calf tattoos: Sarunas ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant tweets that criticism doesn't affect him ...

What do Milwaukee Bucks' mascot Bango and the average Twitter troll have in common? Well according to Kobe Bryant's latest tweet, neither of them are enough to even make him break stride: ...

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Why Kobe Bryant Playing In 2016 Rio Olympics Would Be Perfect ...

Suki Thind shares his thoughts on why Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers should play in the 2016 Olympics in Rio.

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NBA's Jared Dudley -- Flip Flops On Kobe Bryant ... Put Him - TMZ.com

Washington Wizard Jared Dudley just pulled a 180 on Kobe Bryant -- calling him a LOCK for Team USA ... even though…

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Mark Madsen Wishes Kobe Bryant Has 'Phenomenal' - Lakers Nation

Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Mark Madsen wishes Kobe Bryant has a 'phenomenal' regular season and playoffs if he retires after the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant uses video with Bucks mascot to respond to his haters

Ever since the one and only Kobe Bryant joined the world of Twitter, he's proven to be one of the more entertaining personalities in all of sports. We knew that Kobe had a sense of humor before, but his presence on social ...

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant On How He Deals With Critics | Lakers Nation

Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers has dealt with his fair share of critics during his career and let people know how he handles those critics on Twitter.

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D'Angelo Russell Is Making Things Awkward With Kobe Bryant Again

D'Angelo Russell Is Making Things Awkward With Kobe Bryant Again. Because the first time wasn't enough. Headshot of Lucy McCalmont. Lucy McCalmont Sports Editor, The Huffington Post. Posted: 08/15/2015 04:51 PM ...

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Kobe Bryant And The Question Of Lakers Back-To-Back Games ...

Andy Kamenetzky shares his thoughts on Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers back-to-back games in the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant Reportedly Thinking About Ending Career by Playing at ...

years longer than they should and end up putting a chink in their armor. Even the great Michael Jordan did it, playing a couple of forgettable seasons with the Wizards at the end of his career. Kobe Bryant doesn't want to go ...

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Kobe Bryant Responds to D'Angelo Russell Saying Tracy McGrady ...

D'Angelo Russell was born in 1996, so he couldn't be more than 10 when Tracy McGrady, Vince Carter, and Allen Iverson were at their peak. Regardless, when he called McGrady the GOAT, he violated the No. 1 Kobe Bryant ...

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Kobe Bryant absolutely deserves a spot on Team USA for the 2016 ...

Any time Kobe Bryant's name is brought up, a conversation brews that tends to lack in things like, you know, logic. To say Kobe is polarizing is to say water is wet, or that Michael Jordan is competitive. When Team USA's ...

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D'Angelo Russell's Tracy McGrady opinions made Kobe Bryant ...

Tracy McGrady is the GOAT? Kobe Bryant doesn't have time for that.

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Lakers News: Charles Barkley On Why Kobe Bryant Should Retire ...

NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley hopes Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant retires after the 2015-16 season.

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D'Angelo Russell Learns Quick Lesson About Kobe Bryant's ...

D'Angelo Russell made a rookie mistake when he forgot about the massive ego of his new teammate, Kobe Bryant. Lesson learned.

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Kobe Bryant's new teammate D'Angelo Russell says Tracy McGrady ...

Uh, hey, Kobe is on your team now. ... eyes, maybe T-Mac really is the GOAT. But you see, D'Angelo Russell was selected to play for the Los Angeles Lakers this year, the team that KOBE FREAKING BRYANT plays for.

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Dr Pepper is betting on this Gatorade killer backed by Kobe Bryant

Dr Pepper just bought a big stake in a Gatorade rival drink called BodyArmor that's backed by basketball star Kobe Bryant. The drink, launched by the cofounder of Vitaminwater, also counts NFL quarterback Andrew Luck and ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant wants to 'ride out to the sunset' with ...

The end date of Kobe Bryant's NBA career was very likely revealed on Wednesday, but that may not be the last time the Los Angeles Lakers' legend takes the court with other professional basketball players. According to USA ...

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Kobe Bryant's Legacy And Lakers Future: NBA Greats Weigh In ...

Steve Nash, Dr. J, Kurt Rambis, Jamaal Wilkes, Norm Nixon all chime in on their thoughts on the Los Angeles Lakers next season and what Kobe Bryant has meant to.

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Kobe Bryant responds to D'Angelo Russell's McGrady love - FanSided

Kobe Bryant reminded Lakers rookie D'Angelo Russell that Tracy McGrady isn't the GOAT if you're in Los Angeles.

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Thursday Links: Markieff Morris, Kobe Bryant, & the Schedule ...

Aside from predicting win/loss totals and counting up the number of national TV appearances, the biggest takeaway for fans is that these could very well be the final 82 games of Kobe Bryant's storied career. In what will be the ...

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Kobe Bryant-backed BodyArmor nets $20 million investment from Dr ...

Kobe Bryant's never been shy about promoting BodyArmor, the sports drink he's backed and helped get off the ground, and it's already beginning to pay off. The Dr. Pepper Snapple Group has paid $20 million for an 11.7 ...

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Kobe Bryant Responds To D'Angelo Russell's Tracey McGrady ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant responds to D'Angelo Russell's tweet about Tracy McGrady possibly being the greatest NBA player of all time.

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Kobe Bryant Wants To Finish Career With A Gold Medal In 2016 ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant may seriously be considering finishing his basketball career with Team USA in the Olympics 2016 next summer.

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Kobe Bryant's career may have its finish line set - Silver Screen and ...

Kobe Bryant may be entering the final season of his career, which means his final game may already be marked.

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Kobe Bryant wants to 'ride out to the sunset' at 2016 Rio Olympcs ...

As he prepares for his 19th NBA season, Kobe Bryant has an end in sight: a send-off with Team USA in Rio for the 2016 Olympics. Team USA general manager Jerry Colangelo told ESPN's Dave McMenamin that Bryant ...

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Jordan Clarkson Q&A: Kobe Bryant, Byron Scott, Love For ...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson talks about the angriest he's seen head coach Byron Scott, hoping to work out with Kobe Bryant, and his love for the.

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Kobe Bryant -- Sipping on Sake!! Blame Vanessa Or Maybe He's All ...

Kobe Bryant's romantic night out in Japan with his wife is sparking a battle royale in our office -- prepare to join the…

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Lakers' D'Angelo Russell: Kobe Bryant is 'my Michael Jordan' | FOX ...

He says that he's not had much of a chance to interact with Kobe Bryant. But Los Angeles Lakers rookie D'Angelo Russell is already saying things that could endear himself to the future Hall of Famer. Over the weekend ...

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Jerry Colangelo: Kobe Bryant 'Has A Chance' To Play For 2016 ...

Heading into the 2015-16 NBA season, much of the attention will be on Kobe Bryant and what may be the final season of his career. With the five-time champion set to turn 37 years old, he looks to rebound from three ...

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Dr Pepper is betting on this Gatorade killer backed by Kobe Bryant

Dr Pepper just bought a big stake in a Gatorade rival drink called BodyArmor that's backed by basketball star Kobe Bryant. The drink, launched by the cofounder of Vitaminwater, also counts NFL quarterback Andrew Luck and ...

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Michael Jordan says he loves Kobe Bryant even though he stole all ...

Add Michael Jordan to those who say Kobe Bryant copied everything he did.

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Kobe Bryant could play for Team USA in 2016 Rio Olympics

LAS VEGAS — Kobe Bryant has a chance to be a member of the 2016 U.S. Olympic team, even though he is not attending Team USA's minicamp this week, USA Basketball Executive Director Jerry Colangelo told ...

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Reggie Miller: Kobe Bryant will play next season, but not with Lakers ...

NBA Hall of Famer Reggie Miller knows a thing or two about staying with one team for an entire career. But when it comes to Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers, the former Indiana Pacers great isn't sure that Bryant will ...

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D'Angelo Russell on Kobe Bryant: 'He Was My Michael Jordan ...

Los Angeles Lakers rookie D'Angelo Russell said that Kobe Bryant was his Michael Jordan growing up as he was too young to watch Jordan.

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All 36 Kobe Bryant Game Winners in 30 Seconds (& 15 minutes)

For Kobe fans short on time or with ADD, here's every game winner by Bryant in just 30 seconds. For Kobe fans who have 15 minutes to kill, here's also a longer version showing 36 instances when the now 36 year old Kobe ...

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Kobe Bryant Signs Deal With China's Alibaba | Deadline

jack ma lakers ari emanuel Turns out Alibaba founder Jack Ma really is a Lakers fan — or certainly a Kobe Bryant fan. Last October, China's richest man was spotted courtside at the Lakers' season opener, sandwiched ...

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Michael Jordan: 'I Absolutely Have High Regard For Kobe Bryant ...

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant have constantly been compared over the last two decades and the NBA legend has nothing but respect for the Lakers superstar.

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Brandon Bass Calls Kobe Bryant: 'Arguably The Best Player In The ...

Los Angeles Lakers newcomer Brandon Bass believes that his teammate Kobe Bryant may still be the best player in the NBA.

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Social Media Star @BdotAdot5 Nails This Kobe Bryant Impression ...

Clearly unafraid of any possible retaliation from Kobe Bryant, @BdotAdot5 dons a Los Angeles jersey, dusts off his turnaround jumper, and bumps the "Street Dreams" instrumental in this eerily accurate take on the Lakers ...

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17 NBA Rappers Ranked Worst To Best - Stereogum

Kobe Bean Bryant is a future Hall Of Famer, and to most NBA fans, a living legend. Some consider him to be the best shooting guard of all time, but Michael Jordan is still regarded by most as the G.O.A.T. Much of Kobe's ...

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Reggie Miller Thinks Kobe Bryant Will Play Past This Season ...

TNT Analyst Reggie Miller believes Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant will play beyond this season, possibly overseas.

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Lakers News: Brandon Bass 'Didn't Expect' Kobe Bryant To ...

Los Angeles Lakers newcomer Brandon Bass claims he didn't expect a call or text from superstar Kobe Bryant after signing with the team this summer.

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Kobe Bryant On His Recent Injuries: 'They Gave Me Perspective ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant spoke about his recent string of injuries saying they gave him perspective on his career and basketball.

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Kobe Bryant 'Learned A Lot' From Muses Michael Jordan, Magic ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant gives credit to Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson for helping him become of the NBA's all-time greats.

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Kobe Bryant's Weibo Q&A Session During Nike RISE Campaign ...

Kobe Bryant was in China for the Nike RISE Campaign and held a Q&A session. The five-time champion spoke on former and present teammates, the upcoming season, and more. Kobe also launched his official China ...

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A barista in China ruined Kobe Bryant's coffee in the name of ...

Kobe's annual *~*Brand Awareness*~* pilgrimage to China must be working because this year a barista put his logo directly on his coffee. Starbucks can't even spell your name right, meanwhile Kobe's getting his damn sigil ...

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Kobe Bryant, China's Alibaba Team on 'Muse' Documentary ...

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has announced a wide-ranging deal with Kobe Bryant's company to release the L.A. Laker star's recent Showtime doc Kobe Bryant's Muse exclusively through Tmall Magic Box.

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Kobe Bryant On Playing Small Forward: 'Everyone Plays Small Ball ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant on playing small forward in the 2015-16 NBA season to allow a D'Angelo Russell-Jordan Clarkson backcourt.

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Kobe Bryant On Retirement: 'We Haven't Set Anything In Stone ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant reiterates that nothing is set in stone regarding his retirement after the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant On His Body: 'There Are No Question Marks On What I ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant says there are no question marks on what he is capable of doing heading into the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Kobe Bryant admits this could be his last season - SBNation.com

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant reiterated that the 2015-16 season "absolutely" could be his final one, in a phone interview with Yahoo! Sports' Marc Spears on Tuesday. The revelation is not new. Los Angeles Lakers ...

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What Kobe Bryant can learn from the way Michael Jordan ended his ...

Diving into the stats from Jordan's final two seasons with the Washington Wizards to see what knowledge can be gleaned on how to use Kobe Bryant more effectively as he ages.

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Kobe Bryant On If Lakers Can Make The NBA Playoffs: 'Absolutely ...

Kobe Bryant believes the Los Angeles Lakers can make the playoffs, but said the team still has to figure out how everyone fits.

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Discusses L.A.'s NBA Draft And Free ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant discusses the team selecting D'Angelo Russell and adding Roy Hibbert, Brandon Bass and Lou Williams in free agency.

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China still really loves Kobe Bryant - FanSided

China's adoration for Kobe Bryant remains unparalleled.

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Video | Finally, Kobe Bryant Be Like....... - Boxden.Com

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This is the Best Kobe Bryant Imitation Ever | The Big Lead

You know how Kobe Bryant studied Michael Jordan's mannerisms? Well Brandon Armstrong must have spent years watching the moves of Kobe Bryant, because this is incredibly accurate. I still think Armstrong's best was ...

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Brandon Armstrong hilariously impersonates Kobe Bryant (Video)

Brandon Armstrong finally hit an impersonation of Kobe Bryant.

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Master Of NBA Mimicry Unveils Perfect Kobe Bryant Impression

BdotAdot5, the man who graced us with that balls-out homage to Russell Westbrook, has been hard at work pumping out more impressions of NBA players. His work as James Harden and Tim Duncan are highly ...

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VIDEO: @BdotADot5 Impersonates Kobe Bryant In Latest Parody ...

A parody video of Kobe Bryant from former D-Leaguer Brandon Armstrong mimicking Kobe's shots and mannerisms.

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Alibaba Group Announces Agreement With Kobe Bryant ... - Benzinga

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) today announced an agreement with Kobe Inc., a newly formed company by the renowned basketball superstar Kobe ...

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Perfect Meme to Show the Difference Between LeBron James ...

This offseason was another example of Kobe Bryant being a huge deterrent for free agents who consider signing with the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron James is on the other end of that scale, although this meme makes fun of ...

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Gilbert Arenas Reveals Why LeBron James Will Never Be Michael ...

Gilbert Arenas Reveals Why LeBron James Will Never Be Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant in Lengthy Instagram Post. By Chris Yuscavage. 3 minutes ago. 0. 0. Did anyone ask Gilbert Arenas for his opinion on LeBron James? Anyone at all?

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Begins 2015 Nike RISE Campaign In ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant has traveled to China for the 2015 Nike RISE Campaign, which marks his 10th time visiting China.

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Will Playing Small Forward Help Or Hurt Kobe Bryant? - Lakers Nation

We asked our panel of experts whether they believe playing small forward will help or hurt Kobe Bryant this season for the Los Angeles Lakers.

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VIDEO: The Personality Of Kobe Bryant | Lakers Nation

Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers has been criticized for his controversial personality and being difficult to deal with, but his resume speaks for itself.

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Watch Kobe Bryant's Game 7 NBA Finals victory over the Celtics ...

That makes this timely video from Dawkins -- who steadily publishes new basketball content -- the perfect thing to get through the day. Enjoy Kobe Bryant clinching his fifth title with his Game 7 performance against the Boston ...

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Nike Creates Their Own Kobe Bryant Brand Font - Freshness

Nike fashions their own dynamic and sharp Kobe Bryant brand font for the NBA champ's signature line.

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NBA: Would Kobe Bryant Make a Good Power Forward?

With the Los Angeles Lakers loaded at the guard position, is it really possible Kobe Bryant starts to see some time as a power forward?

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NBA rumors with Garion Thorne: Is Kobe Bryant moving to the three ...

NBA rumors with Garion Thorne: Is Kobe Bryant moving to the three? July 28, 2015- by USA Today Sports. 165 shares. share. tweet. sms. send. email. Video, Free Agency, George Karl, Carlos Boozer, DeMarcus Cousins, Kobe Bryant, Los ...

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INSTAGRAM: Gilbert Arenas Compares Kobe Bryant, Michael ...

Former Washington Wizards superstar Gilbert Arenas compares Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan on Instagram.

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Lakers: How Much Of A Distraction Will Kobe Bryant Be?

Jan 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Lakers 96-80.

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James Worthy: 'I know Kobe [Bryant] wants 6 championships ... he ...

James Worthy knows Kobe Bryant wants a sixth ring, and thinks there's a way he can extend his career beyond the upcoming season.

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TWITTER: LeBron James Responds To Favorite Kobe Bryant Play

Four-time NBA MVP LeBron James took to Twitter recently to answer questions from his followers with Kobe Bryant becoming a topic of conversation.

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Metta World Peace: New Lakers Must 'Prove Themselves' To Kobe ...

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Metta World Peace believes new teammates need to prove themselves to Kobe Bryant before receiving respect from him.

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Mitch Kupchak downplays Kobe Bryant not touching base with new ...

“Kobe doesn't call every single player we sign or trade for. I don't even know if he's in the country, to be honest with you,” Kupchak said, though Bryant attended FC Barcelona's soccer practice last week in Los Angeles. “There ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant believes he can play small forward with ...

It sounds like Kobe Bryant will finish his career at a new position.

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Kobe Bryant will 'probably' see time at power forward next year ...

In an interview with David Aldridge, Lakers coach Byron Scott talked about deploying Kobe Bryant at small forward and even power forward next year.

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With a pair of young, fast guards on the team, Kobe Bryant has ...

With a pair of young, fast guards on the team, Kobe Bryant has already volunteered to play some small forward. Now Byron Scott says he'll see some action at the four as well.http://ift.tt/1gjHUG8... Byron ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Will 'Probably Play' Some Power Forward ...

The Los Angeles Lakers are changing things up moving forward with Kobe Bryant potentially playing as many as four different positions next season.

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Kobe Bryant on Playing Small Forward: “I Can Do That.” | Forum ...

The second, of course, is Kobe Bryant. Kobe has not outright said he will not continue his career when his current contract expires, but a reading of the tea leaves leads me to believe his 20th campaign will be his final one.

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LA Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bryant Doubts Success With New Roster ...

The LA Lakers have made some big additions to its roster for the upcoming season, but Kobe Bryant isn't totally sold on success coming.

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Pic | Kobe Bryant Coming Soon, This Is Going To Be Good.

NBA Pic | Kobe Bryant Coming Soon, This Is Going To Be Good. BX SportsCenter.

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Kobe Bryant Will Play Some Power Forward Also - Boxden.Com

Kobe Bryant, Byron Scott We knew that with a guard rotation of Jordan Clarkson, D'Angelo Russell and Lou Williams, the Lakers were going to slide Kobe Bryant over to the three for stretches this season. And when Lakers' trainer Gary Vitti ...

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Kobe Bryant Notes: Minutes, Free Agents, Jackson | Hoops Rumors

The Lakers can only use Kobe Bryant at power forward against Western Conference teams on a limited basis, Kurt Helin of ProBasketballTalk opines. Lakers coach Byron Scott plans to gives Bryant some minutes at power ...

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Los Angeles Lakers: Kobe Bryant, Power Forward?

Jan 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) against the New Orleans Pelicans during a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Lakers 96-80. Mandatory Credit: ...

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Kobe Bryant helps Carli Lloyd take care of some Twitter trolls

Kobe Bryant has quickly become one of the best celebrity personalities on Twitter, but he doesn't always do it for his own personal gain. No, he showed on Monday night that he'll be more than happy to use Twitter to come to ...

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Phil Jackson On Kobe Bryant: 'Quite Often I Could Feel His Hatred ...

At this point, it is well known that Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant and former coach Phil Jackson had some ups and downs during their time together with the team. Everything is well now and the two are always ...

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LA Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bryant Doubtful of Roy Hibbert, Brandon ...

Kobe Bryant has yet to speak with any of his new teammates yet this offseason as the Los Angeles Lakers' roster has some questions that need to be answered. Is the veteran thrilled at the offseason moves?

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Kobe Bryant To Gary Vitti On Playing Small Forward: 'I Can Do That ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant asked head athletic trainer Gary Vitti about the team's young core and playing small forward in the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Sawdust creates a bespoke typeface for NBA champion Kobe Bryant

When Nike Jordan approaches you with NBA champion Kobe Bryant's name and existing brand identity, and asks you to create a fully functioning bespoke typeface to accompany it, the pressure is on you to deliver something ...

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Weekside: Kobe Bryant will not go gentle into that good night

Kobe Bryant is entering what could be his final season with the Los Angeles Lakers. If we know anything, we know the Black Mamba will go out swinging.

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Charles Barkley On Kobe Bryant Not Reaching Out To Teammates ...

Charles Barkley spoke about Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant not reaching out to the three new acquisitions.

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Kobe Bryant Question Brings Lakers Press Conference To Awkward ...

The Los Angeles Lakers have several new players on the team this year. Three of those players have not heard from Kobe Bryant. That much was made brutally obvious Wednesday at a press conference introducing center ...

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New Lakers have priceless reaction when asked Kobe Bryant ...

There was a great moment during the news conference when the new players were asked if they had heard from Kobe Bryant. Hibbert shook his head to say no in a humorous fashion, while Williams and Bass turned and ...

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VIDEO: Lou Williams Talks Kobe Bryant, Lakers Fans And Rap ...

Lakers Nation interviews the newest guard Lou Williams about the fan base, Kobe Bryant, rap music and repeating as NBA's Sixth Man of the Year.

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New Lakers turn to stone when asked if they've spoken to Kobe Bryant

Teammates unable to confirm or deny that they have talked to Kobe Bryant.

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New Lakers players have amazing reaction to Kobe question ...

The Los Angeles Lakers post-free-agency press conference produced a hilarious moment when the team's newly signed players were asked if they had heard from Kobe Bryant yet. Roy Hibbert, Lou Williams, and Brandon ...

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New Lakers Neatly Capture The Experience Of Being Kobe Bryant's ...

The Los Angeles Lakers held a press conference today to introduce new players Roy Hibbert, Lou Williams, and Brandon Bass. It was boring, up until the point one reporter asked the trio if they'd heard from Kobe Bryant yet.

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Question About Kobe Bryant Makes for Awkward Moment at Lakers ...

A Lakers news conference to introduce new additions Roy Hibbert, Lou Williams and Brandon Bass got a little awkward on Wednesday when a reporter asked the players if they had heard from Kobe Bryant. Raw video from ...

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VINE: Kobe Bryant Watches FC Barcelona Practice In Los Angeles ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is a huge soccer fan. While growing up in Italy, Bryant became a fan of the sport and that fandom has stayed strong even after moving to Philadelphia as a teenager. As a die hard fan ...

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INSTAGRAM: Kobe Bryant Blocks Wife's Shot At FC Barcelona ...

At a recent FC Barcelona practice, Kobe Bryant blocked his wife's shot attempt while goalkeeping.

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Byron Scott Thinks Kobe Bryant Will Play 'More Three Than Two ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott believes Kobe Bryant will play more small forward than shooting guard this season.

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Kobe Bryant Jokes About Ending Career With Pau Gasol At FC ...

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant joked about ending his basketball career with Pau Gasol at FC Barcelona.

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VIDEO: Derek Fisher Would Take Himself Over Kobe Bryant In 1996 ...

Derek Fisher and Kobe Bryant are as close as former Los Angeles Lakers teammates get, but he would take himself over Kobe in a 1996 NBA redraft.

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KOBE BASKETBALL ACADEMY 2015 | The Kobe Team

KOBE BASKETBALL ACADEMY 2015 HIGHLIGHTS Kobe Bryant Basketball Academy: July 8-12, 2015. Kobe Bryant: ''You are only as great as.

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Jordan Hill says 'a lot of people can't handle' Kobe Bryant's jawing ...

What did Jordan Hill have to say about Kobe Bryant now that the two are no longer teammates?

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Watch Kobe Bryant Call a TMZ Cameraman Out for Asking Him a ...

If you do a bad job at something, Kobe Bryant will call you out for it. Just ask anyone who has ever played alongside of him (or that poor teammate he made cry once). And apparently, that goes for TMZ cameramen, too.

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Kobe Bryant once made a young teammate cry by suggesting he ...

Kobe Bryant recently sat down with Jemele Hill of ESPN for BET's "Genius Talks" series. The two discussed a number of topics covering his personal life and career, including his views on failure ("It doesn't exist. It's a figment ...

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Praises Caitlyn Jenner, Calls Out TMZ For ...

A TMZ Sports reporter attempts to ask Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant about Caitlyn Jenner, question about the Kardashian family.

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Kobe Bryant Wishes He Had Michael Jordan's Hands - Complex

If Kobe Bryant could only have one thing of Michael Jordan, what would it be? Now we know.

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Kobe Bryant's Rare Jordan Sneaks -- Sell for $25,000 | TMZ.com

A pair of rare game-used signed custom Air Jordan sneakers -- made specifically for Kobe Bryant in 2003 -- has just sold for $25000 ... TMZ Sports has…

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Jordan Hill on time with Lakers: All you hear is Kobe Bryant's mouth ...

Jordan Hill reflected on his time with the Los Angeles Lakers and said all you can hear is Kobe Bryant's mouth during games and practice.

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Kenny Smith On Kobe Bryant: 'I Just Hope He's Healthy' | Lakers ...

TNT analyst Kenny Smith hopes that Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is healthy in his 20th and possibly final NBA season.

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Video Kobe Bryant Doesn't Answer Question About Kardashians ...

Kobe Bryant is an extremely busy man. The “Black Mamba” was gracious enough to humor TMZ cameras when they caught up with Bryant on Wednesday and asked him about Caitlyn Jenner. The five-time NBA champion told ...

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VIDEO: D'Angelo Russell Discusses Draft Night, Kobe Bryant, Style ...

Los Angeles Lakers rookie point guard D'Angelo Russell explores Las Vegas and discusses Draft Night, Kobe Bryant, and style.

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Jordan Hill On Kobe Bryant: 'A Lot Of People Can't Handle' Him ...

Indiana Pacers and former Los Angeles Lakers bigman Jordan Hill discusses his experience playing with Kobe Bryant.

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Kobe Bryant -- Huge Props to Caitlyn Jenner ... Clowns TMZ Photog ...

With all the controversy over Caitlyn Jenner getting the Arthur Ashe award at the ESPYs ... she still has major support from one of the biggest athletes on the planet -- Kobe Bryant. Bryant was leaving A.O.C. restaurant in Los ...

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Kobe Bryant: I learned triangle offense in two days | Larry Brown ...

Kobe Bryant says it took him two days to learn the triangle offense and that he now teaches it to campers so they can learn at a young age.

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Kobe Bryant will never pass up an opportunity to poke fun at Shaq ...

Kobe Bryant held his basketball academy about a week ago, where he taught students about the triangle offense and congratulated the USWNT on winning the Women's World Cup. There was also a Q&A, and he was asked ...

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Kobe Bryant Names His Two Favorite Teammates Of All-Time ...

Throughout 19 NBA seasons, five NBA championships, and countless fierce battles, Kobe Bryant has gone to war with a number of different teammates. In all of those years, two players stood out the most to Kobe Bryant as his ...

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Kobe Bryant On What He Would Change About His Game | Lakers ...

Kobe Bryant was asked about the one thing he would change about his game at his annual basketball camp.

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Quotes from Kobe at his Kobe Bryant Academy camp - Boxden.Com

NBA Quotes from Kobe at his Kobe Bryant Academy camp BX SportsCenter.

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Lou Williams Believes He Will Help Ease Kobe Bryant's Workload ...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Lou Williams believes he will help ease Kobe Bryant's workload for the 2015-16 NBA season.

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Jordan Clarkson writes about 'incredible learning experience' with ...

Jordan also gives his biggest piece of advice to the incoming rookie class, that Christmas Day missed layup, and the "incredible learning experience" he had with Kobe Bryant. Jordan recalled his first "welcome to the NBA" ...

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Kobe Bryant (Lakers SG) NBA Twitter Emoji Battle Response ...

Kobe Bryant responds to today's NBA Twitter emoji battle with the most Kobe response ever.

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Kobe Bryant ends DeAndre Jordan Twitter 'emoji battle,' drops mic ...

Rockets and Clippers players and coaches have taken to Twitter and the use of various emojis in an all out Anchorman style online brawl to get Jordan. It is as stupid and hilarious as it sounds. Kobe Bryant finally joined in on ...

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Kobe Bryant & David Blaine Star in Nike's "World's Fastest ...

Nike continues to explore the concept of speed and highlight its Zoom technology, following up its star-studded "Find Your Fast" piece with a new commercial. Dubbed "World's Fastest," the old school 1...

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Lakers, Kobe Bryant plan to discuss playing time following Summer ...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) drives against New Orleans Pelicans guard Nate Wolters, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Jonathan ...

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Kobe Bryant Will 'Probably' Shift To Small Forward - Lakers Nation

The Los Angeles Lakers will likely have Kobe Bryant shifting to the small forward position to play with D'Angelo Russell and Jordan Clarkson at the same time.

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Byron Scott: Kobe Bryant Doing 'A Lot Of Lower Body Work,' Not ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott shares Kobe Bryant is doing 'a lot of lower body work' but not shooting yet.

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Kobe Bryant joined the NBA emoji craze in the most ... - SB Nation

The NBA on Twitter is all a buzz with emojis after the Clippers and Mavericks started an emoji battle in their last-minute pursuit of DeAndre Jordan. Although it initially started as Dallas and Los Angeles players tweet planes, ...

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Kobe Bryant has no time for your Twitter emoji battles - FanSided

Kobe Bryant responded to the Twitter emoji war that took place on Wednesday.

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Jordan Clarkson Reflects On Learning From Kobe Bryant As A Rookie

Jordan Clarkson spoke about the opportunity to learn from Kobe Bryant as a rookie in a piece he wrote for The Player's Tribune.

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Before He Was Famous, Kobe Bryant Asked A 10-Year-Old Girl If He ...

Kobe Bryant is one of the biggest names in basketball, and has been entertaining fans and winning championships for the Los Angeles Lakers for nearly 20 years now. In that time, he has earned 5 NBA championship rings, ...

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Kobe Bryant Drops 65 points in 15mins - Boxden.Com

NBA Kobe Bryant Drops 65 points in 15mins BX SportsCenter.

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Dwyane Wade On Playing With Kobe Bryant: 'Why Wouldn't You ...

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade describes Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant as one of basketball's best winners.

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David Blaine and Kobe Bryant Star in World's Fastest ... - Highsnobiety

While it may be a blur to some, others might remember catching a glimpse of magician David Blaine and future Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant in Nike's “Find Your Fast” commercial. The fast-forwarded clip clocked in at a mere ...

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LA Lakers Rumors: Nobody Wants To Play With Kobe Bryant

LA Lakers rumors don't show Kobe Bryant in a positive light. One article states that free agents aren't joining the Lakers to avoid playing with Kobe Bryant.

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Kobe Bryant Makes Passionate Plea For LaMarcus Aldridge To Join ...

Fortunately for the Lakers, Aldridge granted them a second meeting, and this time future Hall Of Famer Kobe Bryant was present. Doing a complete 180 from his lackluster pitch to Dwight Howard a few years back, when he all ...

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Lou Williams believes he can help Kobe Bryant reduce his workload ...

Father Time delivered three devastating punches that took Kobe Bryant away from the court for three consecutive years. That made the Lakers determined to find some antibiotics to ensure their star patient can delay the ...

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Lou Williams On Playing With Kobe Bryant: 'Greatness Is ...

Lou Williams talked about playing with Kobe Bryant as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Sixth In Jersey Sales, L.A. Fourth In ...

Kobe Bryant ranks sixth in jersey sales and Los Angeles Lakers rank fourth in merchandise in the 2014-15 NBA season.

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The Lakers' presentation to LaMarcus Aldridge — the most coveted ...

Kobe Bryant reportedly didn't help the Lakers' pitch. The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly out of the running for free agent big man LaMarcus Aldridge. The Lakers had a meeting with Aldridge early in the NBA's free agency ...

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Mike Krzyzewski: Phil Jackson's Offense Effective Because of ...

Mike Krzyzewski Says Phil Jackson's Offense Was Only Effective Because of Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant: "The Triangle Didn't Win Crap!" By Chris Yuscavage. 1 minute ago. 0. 0. Image via USA TODAY Sports/Brian Spurlock. We don't ...

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Lakers informed LaMarcus Aldridge will not sign contract, didn't 'gel ...

... LaMarcus Aldridge will not be joining their team in free agency, reports Mike Bresnahan of the Los Angeles Times. Further, it's reported that Aldridge didn't "gel" with Kobe Bryant during the meeting, according to Bresnahan.

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Lakers meeting with LaMarcus Aldridge went 'really well,' Kobe ...

The Lakers were represented by Jim Buss, Jeanie Buss, Mitch Kupchak, Kobe Bryant, Byron Scott, James Worthy, and several other high-ranking executives involved with the franchise. Bryant's inclusion with the Lakers may ...

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Kobe Bryant on Larry Nance Jr.'s 2012 tweet: 'It's water under the ...

LOS ANGELES — Kobe Bryant joined ESPN's Jemele Hill on Saturday night for a wide-ranging one-on-one interview as part of the BET Experience, including addressing a tweet that was directed toward Bryant by new Lakers ...

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NBA Free Agency: Kobe Bryant called DeAndre Jordan to recruit him

Kobe Bryant has gone out of his way to contact Jordan, putting in a call to let him know the Lakers "are interested," according to Turner. It's an interesting detail to know Kobe is aiding with the Lakers' recruitment efforts this ...

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Lakers Free Agency Rumors: Kobe Bryant not attending DeAndre ...

Kobe Bryant will not attend the Los Angeles Lakers' meetings with unrestricted free agent big men Greg Monroe and DeAndre Jordan, according to Bill Oram of the Orange County register. Bryant did attend the Lakers' ...

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LaMarcus Aldridge Meeting with the Lakers Again, Kobe Bryant Not ...

One day after a supposedly disastrous meeting between LaMarcus Aldridge and the LA Lakers – the LA Times even wrote a terrific tick-tock about “how the Lakers lost LaMarcus Aldridge” – something happened and now the ...

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Kobe Bryant Brought Up Chris Paul Trade In LaMarcus Aldridge ...

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant attempted to convince LaMarcus Aldridge of Mitch Kupchak's genius during free agent meeting.

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Kobe Bryant Sneaker Free Agency | Sole Collector

The greatest sneaker season of Kobe Bryant's career.

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Kobe Bryant made a bad meme about his bad meeting with ...

Kobe, please crop your terrible memes appropriately.

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Report: LaMarcus Aldridge Says No to Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles ...

LaMarcus Aldridge will not be signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, and a lack of chemistry with Kobe Bryant is at the center of his reasoning, ESPN's Mike Bresnahan reports. Tweet Share on Twitter Share Share on ...

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A brief history of Kobe Bryant convincing people they don't want to ...

Kobe Bryant is an all-time legend. He's also kind of a sociopath who likes telling very good basketball players they aren't as good as him.

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Lakers free agency pitch to LaMarcus Aldridge was a disaster ...

Worsening the matter, Kobe Bryant, who has a reputation for dissuading free agents from joining the Lakers, apparently didn't help sell Aldridge on the team: More LMA: He and Kobe didn't quite gel. It's a little vague, but ...

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Kobe Bryant, LaMarcus Aldridge 'Didn't Gel' In Meeting - Lakers Nation

LaMarcus Aldridge and Kobe Bryant reportedly didn't gel in their free agency meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Kobe Bryant once made a teammate cry, more quotes from 'Kobe ...

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant sate down with reporter Jemele Hill to discuss a variety of topics Saturday night for "Kobe: Unplugged", part of BET's "Genius Talks" series from the BET Experience this weekend.

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Lakers' Kobe Bryant to help recruit LaMarcus Aldridge - FanSided

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant will help recruit free agent forward LaMarcus Aldridge on Tuesday night.

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Kobe Bryant discusses what he wants to teach D'Angelo Russell ...

The art of understanding "why" is lost, but Kobe Bryant wants to make sure his newest pupil is ready to ask the right questions.

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Expected To Be Part Of LaMarcus ...

Kobe Bryant is expected to take part in the Los Angeles Lakers pitch meeting with LaMarcus Aldridge in free agency.

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Lakers draft pick who called Kobe Bryant a rapist in old tweet will ...

After a three-year-old tweet in which Los Angeles Lakers 27th-overall pick Larry Nance Jr. called Kobe Bryant a "rapist" went viral on draft night, Nance says he'll now refer to Kobe as "Mr. Bryant." "Until he says, 'I'm Kobe to ...

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Kobe Bryant Admits He Once Made a Lakers Teammate Cry ...

Kobe Bryant did an interview with Jemele Hill for the BET "Genius Talks" and a bunch of interesting quotes made their way out of it. Here are the best, as relayed by a man who covers the Lakers for a living, ESPN writer Baxter ...

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Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bryant Called DeAndre Jordan Regarding ...

Kobe Bryant called DeAndre Jordan, informing the center that the Los Angeles Lakers are interested in signing him in free agency.

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Larry Nance Jr. Was 'Terrified' Of Kobe Bryant's Response To 2012 ...

Larry Nance Jr. was terrified of what Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers might say in response to his 2012 tweet.

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D'Angelo Russell's Message To Kobe Bryant: 'I'm A Sponge' | Lakers ...

D'Angelo Russell spoke to Kobe Bryant and told him that he is a sponge and is willing to learn anything Kobe teaches.

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Kobe Bryant Unbothered By His New Teammate Calling Him A Rapist

There was a mild kerfuffle following last week's NBA draft, when some internet sleuth went spelunking into the Twitter history of Lakers draft pick Larry Nance Jr. and found this old tweet: Kobe Bryant Unbothered By His New ...

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Kobe Bryant gives great quote about not being a good friend | Larry ...

Allow us to let you in on one of the worst-kept secrets in the NBA — Kobe Bryant is not an easy person to get along with. No one has ever questioned Bryant's work ethic or commitment to winning, but plenty have wondered ...

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Lakers draft pick deletes old tweet where he called Kobe Bryant a

The Los Angeles Lakers picked Wyoming's Larry Nance Jr. with the 27th pick in the draft on Thursday night. Shortly after he was selected, a 2012 tweet in which he referenced Kobe Bryant's 2003 sexual assault case and ...

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Kobe Bryant Responds to Larry Nance Jr.'s Tweet Calling Him a ...

The world knew it wouldn't take Kobe Bryant long to respond, but, to at least my surprise: he was surprisingly cool about it and didn't go full hellfire “your soul is mine” on the rookie. capitals fire. During a sit-down interview with ...

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Kobe Bryant Talks About Making A Teammate Cry, “Friends can ...

During yesterday's annual BET Experience event at the Nokia Theater in LA, ESPN's Jamele Hill hosted the BETX Genius Talks and spoke to an “unplugged” Kobe Bryant about Larry Nance Jr calling him a “rapist,” his future ...

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Kobe Bryant does not care about making friends - SBNation.com

Kobe Bryant has never been one to hold back his feelings, and his most recent quote is no different. Kobe is asked about not being a great friend all the time. His response: "Friends come and go but banners hang forever.".

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Ice Cube -- Kobe Bryant's the Best ... He Can't Be Replaced | TMZ.com

People who are saying Lakers rookie D'Angelo Russell will replace Kobe Bryant need to "stop that s**t" -- 'cause Kobe Bryant…

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Kobe Bryant forgives Larry Nance Jr. for stupid tweet he made in ...

The 2012 tweet Larry Nance made about Kobe Bryant is "water under the bridge"

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Kobe Bryant: 'Friends Come And Go, But Banners Hang Forever ...

One of Kobe Bryant's greatest attributes is his unwavering focus and commitment to greatness. Very few people in the history of the NBA have put in the work that Kobe has, but putting all of his time towards basketball leaves ...

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Kobe Bryant On If The 2015-16 Season Will Be His Last: 'It Might Be ...

Kobe Bryant said that next season for the Los Angeles Lakers might be his final one in the NBA and said if he feels like playing after next year he will.

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Kobe Bryant and Larry Nance Jr resolve 'rapist' tweet - FanSided

When the Los Angeles Lakers selected Larry Nance Jr late in the first round of the 2015 NBA Draft, fans everywhere went digging through his tweets and found a scandalous one in regards to his new teammate Kobe Bryant.

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Responds To Larry Nance Jr.'s Tweet ...

Kobe Bryant dismissed the seriousness of a 2012 tweet from Los Angeles Lakers rookie, Larry Nance Jr.

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The Lakers' reliance on Kobe Bryant ends with the 2015 NBA Draft ...

This year, maybe for the first time in 15 years, everything might be alright... and it may have nothing to do with Kobe Bryant. It's the eve of the 2015 NBA Draft, potentially one of THE most important days in Lakers history.

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Brian Shaw to Lakers Rookie -- 'Bow Down' to Kobe ... Over 'Rapist ...

How should newly drafted Lakers rookie Larry Nance Jr. deal with the fact he called Kobe Bryant a "rapist" on Twitter back…

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Lakers addressed Larry Nance Jr's tweet in 2012 about Kobe ...

It seemed inevitable Kobe Bryant would treat Larry Nance Jr. harshly on the first day of training camp, a rite of passage every rookie experiences with the Lakers' star as a way to measure his mental toughness. After the Lakers ...

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Lakers' #27 Draft Pick Larry Nance Jr. Once Tweeted Kobe Bryant ...

Anything posted on the Internet lives forever and 22-year-old Larry Nance Jr. is learning that the hard way this morning.

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Larry Nance Deleted an Old Tweet Alluding to Kobe's Sexual ...

... college were rewarded when he was the 27th pick by the Lakers in the 1st round of the 2015 NBA Draft. And quickly, Nance wisely deleted a 3-year old tweet in which he mentioned Kobe Bryant's sexual assault in Denver.

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New Laker Larry Nance Jr. Deletes “Rapist” Tweet Referencing ...

New Laker Larry Nance Jr. Deletes “Rapist” Tweet Referencing Kobe Bryant. Dan Lyons. Tonight should be one of the greatest nights of Larry Nance Jr.'s life, but things might get a bit awkward when he makes it to Los ...

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Sean Leon of ixxi's Kobe Bryant-influenced single, “81” is our Song ...

Toronto, ON – New music from rising star Sean Leon of the ixxi fam. This is “81,” produced by Eestbound, paying homage to Kobe Bryant's 81-point game against Toronto on January 22, 2006, leading the Lakers past the ...

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Kobe Bryant -- BALLER MOVIE NIGHT ... Buys Entire Section of ...

0625-kobe-bryant-inside-out-GETTY-01 Kobe Bryant wanted to make sure he could stretch all the way out during a screening of the movie "Inside Out" this week -- so he bought out an ENTIRE section of the theater .

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How Kobe Bryant manipulated his way to Lakers on draft day | Larry ...

Kobe Bryant and his agent/team manipulated things to get him to the Lakers on draft day by planting a story about him going to Italy. It worked.

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The Los Angeles Lakers Should Buyout Kobe Bryant

Jan 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Lakers 96-80.

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D'Angelo Russell Wants To Earn Kobe Bryant's Respect If Drafted ...

Ohio State's D'Angelo Russell doesn't want anything handed to him if he's drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers and wants to earn Kobe Bryant's respect.

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Kobe Bryant would like to remind you how good the 2001 Lakers were

ALL BALL NERVE CENTER — The Golden State Warriors may be the latest NBA champs, but Kobe Bryant would like to take a moment and remind you of the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers. Back then, Kobe and Shaq teamed up ...

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Lakers News: Mitch Kupchak On Kobe Bryant's Future, Rebuilding ...

Los Angeles Lakers general manager spoke about Kobe Bryant's future and how it factors into the team's rebuilding process.

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Congratulates Warriors For Winning 2014 ...

Kobe Bryant took to Twitter to congratulate the Golden State Warriors for defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2014-15 NBA Finals.

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Kobe Bryant Defends Lebron James! - When In Manila

Apparently fed up with all the haters, Kobe Bryant just dished out a Twitter rant defending the “world's best basketball player” Lebron James, which should probably put all those Kobe vs. Lebron arguments to rest. Because ...

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Antawn Jamison On Playing With Kobe Bryant: 'Wasn't Difficult At All ...

Antawn Jamison spent the 2012-13 season with the Los Angeles Lakers after coming along on the veteran's minimum. During his time with the Lakers, he spent time with Kobe Bryant and received first hand knowledge on ...

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Antawn Jamison: “It wasn't difficult at all” playing with Kobe Bryant ...

“The Lakers' Kobe Bryant #24 reacts after fouling the Grizzlies' Mike Conley #11 late in the 4th quarter during their NBA game at the Staples Center Friday, January 2, 2015. The Grizzlies beat the Lakers 109-106. (Photo by ...

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Mitch Kupchak On Kobe Bryant: 'He's Never Been Great With ...

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak believes Kobe Bryant isn't great with rookies, but the superstar still puts in an effort to improve his.

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Lakers Draft 2015: Lakers will not draft based on fit with Kobe Bryant ...

One thing the team will not be considering is the rookies' ability or inability to play alongside Kobe Bryant, Mitch Kupchak told Mark Medina of the L.A. Daily News: "We're not going to pick a player because he can play with ...

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The time Kobe Bryant asked a 10-year-old girl for life advice ...

What if you were there to help a young Kobe Bryant make one of the most important decisions of his life? Amy was 10 years old and riding a train when her path crossed Kobe's -- right as he was deciding between attending ...

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NBA champion Robert Horry: 'Kobe Bryant was the hardest working ...

Seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry published an article in the Player's Tribune Friday, sharing some thoughts on his time in the NBA. Among his comments, he called Kobe Bryant the “hardest working player I ever ...

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NBA Rumors: Lakers not considering Kobe Bryant in Draft plans

The Los Angeles Lakers are officially moving on from the Kobe Bryant era, something proven by their draft strategy this year.

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Robert Horry says Kobe Bryant's dedication to basketball was ...

Robert Horry has quite the story to tell about Kobe Bryant's rookie season.

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Kobe Bryant Says the Warriors Should Win the NBA Finals | Complex

On Tuesday night, Kobe Bryant offered up some advice to LeBron James on Twitter. That advice? KEEP SHOOTING. No matter what the critics have to say, Kobe thinks LeBron should let it fly every time he touches the ball, ...

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Nick Young Picks Kobe Bryant As Defender He Enjoys Scoring On ...

After leading the Los Angeles Lakers in scoring during the 2013-14 NBA season, Nick Young had a rough past year, seeing his numbers go down as well as spending nearly half the season with injury problems. With the NBA ...

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Kobe Bryant hopes to start shooting in 6 weeks, updates shoulder ...

Kobe Bryant analyzed Game 3 of the 2015 NBA Finals for the China-based Sina Sports broadcast, but he also took time away from breaking down the performances of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors to ...

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Robert Horry on Kobe Bryant's mentality - Business Insider

Robert Horry: "Kobe Bryant was the hardest working player I ever played with."

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Robert Horry On Kobe Bryant's Dedication: 'It Was Literally ...

The stories of Kobe Bryant's work ethic and dedication to the game of basketball have been told for years. Even the the most ardent of Kobe-haters can not deny how hard he works to be the best on the court at all times.

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Nick Young can't tell Iggy Azalea's rap lyrics from Kobe Bryant's ...

SportsNation quizzed Nick Young on the most important question of our time: which lyrics are from Iggy Azalea and which are from Kobe Bryant's short-lived, awful rap career. Poor Nick was under incredible pressure. If he got ...

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Kobe Bryant Asked For Photos Of NBA Legends For Motivation ...

Few superstars in the NBA today or in the past have had to deal with the kind of injuries Kobe Bryant has had to endure during his near 20-year career. Bryant is about as mentally and physically tough as any player in NBA ...

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Kobe Bryant Cracks Forbes Top 10 List For World's Highest-Paid ...

Superstar Kobe Bryant may be nearing the end of his career in the NBA, but the five-time NBA champion still earns major paychecks on and off the basketball floor. Although Bryant is one of the wealthiest active NBA players, ...

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Kobe Bryant shares his Finals thoughts, approves of LeBron James ...

While NBA fans outside of China weren't able to watch Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant share his analysis during Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Bryant did fire off a couple of tweets at the end of the game. And he held ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Hopes To Begin Shooting Within Next 4 ...

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant revealed that he hopes to begin shooting again within the next 4-6 weeks.

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Kobe Bryant endorses LeBron James' high-volume shooting in NBA ...

Kobe Bryant fully supports LeBron James taking an absurd amount of shots during the NBA Finals.

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Did Shaq Take Shot at Kobe Bryant in Freestyle He Put Together for ...

And she asked Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony, Shaquille O'Neal, and other current and former NBA stars to send video messages to Kanye on the JumbroTron. Shaq decided to send his birthday wishes to Kanye in the form ...

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Lakers' Kobe Bryant hopes to begin shooting in next 60-90 days ...

There rarely marks a time that Kobe Bryant has not shot a basketball. His high-volume scoring captures both his greatness and division to what degree that skill disrupts team play. But after spending nearly the past five months ...

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Kobe Bryant wants LeBron James to just 'let it fly' in the NBA Finals

Kobe Bryant had some advice for LeBron James in the NBA Finals.

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant, Rajon Rondo In Bleacher Report's Game Of ...

Bleacher Report spoofs Kobe Bryant and Game of Thrones in their latest episode of the parody series Game of Zones.

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VIDEOS/PHOTOS: Kobe Bryant On Sina As NBA Guest Analyst ...

Kobe Bryant took part of a LiveStream for Sina, a Chinese Twitter-like platform, during Game 3 of the 2015 NBA Finals last night. Kobe spoke on a number of topics and said he was doing well in his recovery, with a ...

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Kobe Bryant Defends LeBron James' Shot Attempts In NBA Finals ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant shared his thoughts on LeBron James' shooting performance in the NBA Finals.

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Kobe Bryant Remains an Excellent Twitter Troll | The Big Lead

Kobe Bryant was wasting time on Twitter last night like most basketball fans. We have no proof he was waiting for someone to compare LeBron's shooting to Kobe's style of play, but that seems like a possibility. Either way ...

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Kobe Bryant, who has won five NBA championships, will be part of ...

Kobe Bryant, who has won five NBA championships, will be part of Sina's pregame and postgame livestream of Game 3 of the NBA Finals in China.

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Kobe thinks LeBron is taking the correct amount of shots in the ...

Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) June 10, 2015. Hard to argue at this point. LeBron could try to match the high-volume Warriors (or at least that's how they're supposed to play) by doing his darnedest to set second-stringers up for ...

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Kobe Bryant Has The Perfect Answer To Question If He's Selfish ...

Our story today begins on Twitter: @kobebryant what do you say to people who call you a selfish basketball player? Thoughts?— Derrick 〽

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Kobe Bryant to appear on Sina as guest analyst for Game 3 of NBA ...

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) drives against New Orleans Pelicans guard Nate Wolters, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Jonathan ...

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Kobe Bryant's Drilling System for BJJ – A Measure of Quality | Bjj ...

Being a big fan of the NBA and of successful people who are known to have amazing work ethics I naturally admire Kobe Bryant. After watching a bunch of videos and reading blogs/articles about him I wondered what I could ...

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'It'd Definitely Be An Honor' To Play With Kobe Bryant - Lakers Nation

D'Angelo Russell said that it would be an honor to be Kobe Bryant's teammate, and added that he always dreamed of playing against him.

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'Pogba very poor but Messi an artist' - Kobe Bryant, Romario and the ...

Goal rounds up the best social media snippets as footballers past and present (and even a few celebrities who haven't played the game) passed verdict on Juventus vs Barcelona.

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Kobe Bryant (Lakers SG) Has a Message for NBA Fans Who Think ...

Back in December, a Mavericks fan attempted to heckle Kobe Bryant. It turned out to be a losing effort, though, because Kobe responded to the fan by using his fingers to count to five. As in, one, two, three, four, five NBA titles.

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Kobe Bryant has the perfect response to fans who call him selfish

Jan 21, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) with head coach Byron Scott against the New Orleans Pelicans during a game at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans defeated the Lakers ...

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Says People Who Call Him Selfish Should ...

On Twitter, Kobe Bryant says people who call him selfish should 'count to five,' which signifies the amount of championships he has won in his career.

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Karl-Anthony Towns calls Kobe Bryant a legend, meets Julius ...

It's interesting to hear Karl-Anthony say he would love to play with Kobe Bryant only a few weeks after Bucks forward Jared Dudley stated that "most guys don't want to play with Kobe." Towns stated several times that Bryant is ...

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Kobe Bryant has the perfect 3-word response to haters - SBNation.com

Kobe Bryant was asked a seemingly simple enough question. It's one he's gotten a lot of flack for over the years. @kobebryant what do you say to people who call you a selfish basketball player? Thoughts? — Derrick ...

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Emmanuel Mudiay On Kobe Bryant: 'He Wants To Win. I Want To ...

One thing that has always separated Kobe Bryant from just about every other NBA player is his competitive streak. Kobe has a killer instinct that is unmatched by anyone not named Michael Jordan and players who don't fall in ...

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Kobe Bryant reminds ESPN he has been a soccer fan for a long time ...

Tweet Share on Twitter Share Share on Facebook Pin Pinterest 1 Comment. An article by ESPN referenced Kobe Bryant's soccer fandom as though he hasn't been a big fan of the sport for a long time. Kobe did not care for ...

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VIDEO: Karl-Anthony Towns Says He Would Love To Play With ...

Karl-Anthony Towns had lunch with Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle and said that he would love to play with Kobe Bryant.

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Mychal Thompson believes Kobe Bryant will average 21 points in 28 ...

2 pick, Kobe Bryant's recovery and the team's playoff chances next season. What are your expectations for Kobe this season? Thompson: “28 minutes a game. Play 75 games. Average 21 points. He'll be the Tim Duncan of the ...

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Kobe Bryant tricked me into writing this free ad for his sports drink ...

UpgradeYourSportsDrink with @DrinkBODYARMOR #ThisIsNOW.

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NBA Draft: UNLV's Rashad Vaughn jokes he will spend the night at ...

The mere mention of Kobe Bryant's name represents a few things in the past two weeks during draft workouts. It has become an ordinary question and has produced ordinary answers about his work ethic and his five NBA ...

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Shaq Says He Would Take Kobe Bryant Over LeBron James: "Kobe ...

You kind of have to feel bad for Kobe Bryant right now, don't you? Over the last few weeks, it feels like there have been a million and one Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James debates that have gone on. And somewhere out ...

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SportsNation Poll: Kobe Bryant 'Better' Than LeBron James In Prime ...

Five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant still seems to have the popular vote over LeBron James in terms of which player is better in their prime.

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Legend: The Life And Times Of Kobe Bryant - "Rare Air" | New Video

Legend: The Life And Times Of Kobe Bryant - "Rare Air". BROKEN? 430,405 views. Uploaded May 31, 2015. By Basketball Forever Posted By Persist. Please click the “Report” button below if the video on this page is not working properly.

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Shaq chooses Kobe Bryant over LeBron because of 'killer instinct ...

LeBron James Kobe Bryant Shaq played with both Kobe Bryant and LeBron James during his career and says he would choose his former Laker pal over his one-time Cavs teammate, though he has a little more bias towards ...

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Kobe Bryant once took his helicopter to Las Vegas, spoiled his ...

Kobe Bryant stories tend to be pretty extraordinary, and former Los Angeles Lakers guard Andrew Goudelock decided to share one that might be one of the best Mamba tales yet. Goudelock -- who the Lakers selected with the ...

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Shaquille O'Neal chooses Kobe Bryant ahead of LeBron James ...

Shaquille O'Neal griped about Kobe Bryant's high-volume shooting. Bryant disliked O'Neal's work ethic. O'Neal argued Bryant should pass to his teammates more, most notably himself. Bryant argued O'Neal should improve ...

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Shaquille O'Neal On Playing With Kobe Bryant: 'Greatest One-Two ...

During the Los Angeles Lakers' run at three straight NBA titles with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal leading the way, the two superstars rarely got along off the court. Although the dynamic duo was arguably the best one-two ...

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Shaquille O'Neal Picks Kobe Bryant Over LeBron James | Lakers ...

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O'Neal shared his thoughts on the Kobe Bryant vs. LeBron James debate.

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Byron Scott On Kobe Bryant, Farewell Tour: 'I Don't Think He Wants ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach discusses Kobe Bryant and a potential farewell tour.

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Jared Dudley Provided Opinions About Kobe Bryant and Carmelo ...

Jared Dudley Provided Some Very Honest Opinions About Kobe Bryant and Carmelo Anthony Today and Now Everyone Hates Him. By Chris Yuscavage. 3 minutes ago. 0. 0. Image via USA TODAY Sports/Ed Szczepanski. Want to know why ...

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Kobe Bryant Sets Home Sale Price Record | The Big Lead

Per The LA Times, Los Angeles Lakers Shooting Guard Kobe Bryant sold his Newport Beach area home for $6,116,500 — a record high for the Newport Coast enclave, surpassing the $4.78 Million sale in 2013. There's really ...

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Playing With Kobe Bryant Is No Picnic, But Playing After Him Will Be ...

Ever since he clashed with Shaquille O'Neal en route to three titles and a napalm divorce, the question of whether or not stars want to play with Kobe Bryant has been basketball's equivalent of the proverbial riddle plaguing ...

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Kobe Bryant Signs With WME (Exclusive) - Hollywood Reporter

With the next NBA season widely considered to be his last, Kobe Bryant has quietly signed with WME, The Hollywood Reporter has exclusively learned.

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Kobe Bryant voted 'Most Likely To Succeed' in high school - FanSided

Kobe Bryant was voted as 'Most Likely To Succeed' in high school, which had to be the most obvious choice ever.

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant To Headline BET's Genius Talks With ...

As usual, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant will be keeping busy during the NBA off-season once again this year. Bryant may be recovering from yet another season-ending surgery, but that won't stop him from ...

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VIDEO: Lisa Leslie Believes Kobe Bryant 'Will Join Me In The ...

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie believes that Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers will retire after next season.

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Surprises Prospects At Lakers Pre-Draft ...

The potential draft prospects working out for the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday morning were in for a treat when Kobe Bryant strolled on through, watching the young players. Bryant took a seat next to his head coach Byron ...

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Kobe Bryant Was Voted “Most Likely to Succeed” In High School ...

Kobe Bryant was voted Most Likely To Succeed in the 1996 edition of the Lower Merion High School Yearbook. His page of the senior superlatives showed up on Reddit last night (Got'em Coach posted it a few years ago, but ...

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Hublot Big Bang Unico Retrograde Chronograph Kobe 'Vino' Bryant ...

Hands-on review of the Hublot Big Bang Unico Retrograde Chronograph Kobe "Vino" Bryant, Hublot's second watch for the basketball star.

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Most NBA Players Refuse To Play With Kobe Bryant, Says Jared ...

In a series of interviews with ESPN Radio, the Milwaukee Bucks forward said that most NBA players do not want to be on a team with Kobe Bryant. Dudley says the veteran Lakers star has not learned to “tone it down” and rely ...

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Jared Dudley: 'Most guys don't want to play with Kobe' Bryant

Milwaukee Bucks forward Jared Dudley thinks Kobe Bryant will deter NBA free agents from joining the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Jared Dudley Says 'Most Players Don't Want To Play With' Kobe Bryant

Dudley had a lot to say about some of the most controversial and criticized players in the NBA, including Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony, James Harden and Kevin Love. Dudley is taking a lot of slack for his comments, but in ...

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Report: Shaquille O'Neal 'Threatened To Murder' Kobe Bryant ...

Despite winning three NBA titles together with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal clashed several times during their time as teammates. Following the 2003-04 season, the Lakers traded away O'Neal ...

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Jared Dudley says most NBA players don't want to play with Kobe ...

Kobe Bryant may be one of the greatest basketball players of all time, but not everyone wants to share the court with the future Hall of Famer anymore. In fact, "most guys don't want to play with Kobe," according to Milwaukee ...

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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neal Discuss 2004 Off ...

In eight seasons together, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal won three NBA titles and made four trips to the Finals. As successful as the Lakers were, there were some growing chemistry issues with the two taking barbs at ...

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Byron Scott Not Convinced Kobe Bryant Will Retire After Next ...

All signs point to Kobe Bryant retiring after next season with the Los Angeles Lakers, but head coach Byron Scott isn't convinced just yet.

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Shaq once threatened to murder Kobe Bryant | Larry Brown Sports

Shaq and Kobe Bryant did not get along during their time as teammates on the Lakers and Shaq once threatened to murder Bryant.

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'murder' Kobe Bryant during 2003-04 season - Sportress of Blogitude

Shaquille O'Neal allegedly threatened to kill Los Angeles Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant.

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Lakers GM: Kobe Bryant could retire after next season - Yahoo Sports

From Yahoo Sports: Mitch Kupchak said during a radio interview that Kobe Bryant has indicated that next season could be his last.

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Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak On His Expectations For Kobe Bryant's ...

Heading into the 2015-16 NBA season, one of the biggest storylines will be Kobe Bryant's return from a torn rotator cuff and his 20th season with the Los Angeles Lakers. While general manager Mitch Kupchak shared that the ...

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Lakers Nation Debate: Will The 2015-16 Season Be Kobe Bryant's ...

We ask the loyal Lakers Nation Twitter followers if they believe the 2015-16 season will be the final one for Kobe Bryant.

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Lakers 2016 cap space - Business Insider

The Kobe Era is over, but the new era looks bright. ... Kobe Bryant has indicated that next year will be his last with the Los Angeles Lakers, GM Mitch Kupchak said on Friday. It's not a surprise. Kobe's contract is up after the ...

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Next season will be Kobe Bryant's last with Lakers - GM - Rappler

LOS ANGELES, USA - Kobe Bryant will make next season his last with the Los Angeles Lakers after 20 years that have produced five NBA titles, Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak said. "He has indicated to me this is it," Kupchak told ...

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Addresses Talk Of Next Season Being His ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant tweets about talk of next season being his last in the NBA and in purple and gold.

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Los Angeles Lakers General Manager Says Next Season Appears ...

Kobe Bryant might only have one season left with the Lakers! What the what?!

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Kobe Bryant Not Returning To The NBA? Lakers GM Suggests Next ...

The end is near for Kobe Bryant wearing purple and gold. The Lakers general manager dropped a bomb in a new interview saying that Kobe has indicated to him that next season will be his last ever on the Lakers — and ...

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Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak: Kobe Bryant has indicated next season ...

Mitch Kupchak says that Kobe Bryant has indicated 2015-16 will be his last season.

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Kobe Bryant -- One More Ride ... Done with Lakers After Next ...

Kobe Bryant's on his last leg -- the upcoming season will be his last in the purple and gold ... according to Lakers GM…

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Kobe Bryant Tweets A Riddle About Defending Stephen Curry

Leave it to the always quotable Kobe Bryant to tweet a riddle about defending MVP Steph Curry. The 12 x All-Defensive player sent out the riddle after Curry torched the Rockets for 33 points on a series of impossible to guard ...

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Kobe Bryant expected to retire next season, Lakers GM says ...

Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak said in a radio interview that Kobe has expressed to him that next season will be his last in the NBA.

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Mitch Kupchak: Kobe Bryant 'Has Indicated To Me' 2015-16 Season ...

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak says Kobe Bryant 'has indicated to me' 2015-16 NBA season will be his last.

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Kobe Bryant tweets out a riddle on defending Steph Curry - FanSided

Kobe Bryant tweets out a riddle on defending Steph Curry. November 1, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) smiles in front of Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) during the ...

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Kobe Bryant: Only right Lakers get No. 2 pick after playing like crap ...

After it was announced the Lakers would have the No. 2 pick in the draft, Kobe Bryant tweeted it was only right since they played like crap all season.

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Kobe Bryant On Lakers Having No. 2 Pick: 'Don't Mess It Up' | Lakers ...

Superstar Kobe Bryant is happy about the Los Angeles Lakers landing the second overall pick in the NBA Draft, but doesn't want them to mess it up.

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Kobe Bryant Tweets About Lakers Getting the #2 Pick While At The ...

While most basketball fans and many NBA players were excited to watch the NBA Draft Lottery and GM1 of the Western Conference Finals instead of something like the 'Dancing With the Stars' season finale, Kobe Bryant, ...

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Tweet of the Night: Kobe Bryant reacts to getting the No. 2 overall ...

... agreement made during the Steve Nash trade. Kobe Bryant, who had a rough season both in terms of performance on the court and suffering another season ending injury, saw the results and appeared to be quite satisfied: ...

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Kobe Bryant says Lakers deserved No. 2 pick because they 'played ...

So, it appears that Kobe is OK with the Lakers terrible season after all? Adding either Jahlil Okafor or Karl-Anthony Towns will cheer anyone up. More from SBNation.com. 2015 NBA mock draft: Minnesota should draft ...

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Says 'Only Right' Lakers Got 2nd Overall ...

The Los Angeles Lakers officially own the rights to the second overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft. After surprisingly moving up in the draft and avoiding lose their pick to the Philadelphia 76ers, Kobe Bryant took to Twitter to ...

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Kobe Bryant Told Karl-Anthony Towns 'Keep Working Hard' Back In ...

Karl-Anthony Towns received some advice from Kobe Bryant back when he was 16 playing for the Dominican Republic.

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Kobe Bryant shows support for Hope Solo, USWNT (Photo) - FanSided

Kobe Bryant has been a soccer fan since he grew up in Italy and played the sport while his father was a basketball player for AC Milan. Over the weekend, the Bryants posed for pictures with the US Women's National Team ...

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Kobe Bryant -- My Family Supports Hope Solo ... Go USA Soccer ...

0518-kobe-vanessa-bryant-instagram Hope Solo is still a role model ... and she's got some very powerful supporters -- Kobe Bryant ... who took his two little girls to meet Hope and the rest of the US Women's soccer team this ...

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Andrew Goudelock Recalls Kobe Bryant Giving Him 'Mini-Mamba ...

Former Los Angeles Lakers guard, Andrew Goudelock, talks about the origin of his Mini-Mamba nickname and earning respect from Kobe Bryant.

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Calls Stephen Curry The 'Real Deal' | Lakers ...

Five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant clearly respects reigning NBA MVP Stephen Curry giving the up-and-comer high praise after an impressive performance.

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Kobe Bryant News: Mamba Calls Curry the 'Real Deal'

Kobe Bryant News: Mamba Calls Curry the 'Real Deal'. November 16, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) moves the ball past Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) during the ...

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Kobe Bryant's return could take place in Hawaii | Inside the Lakers

Lakers Kobe Bryant watches the game during first half action at Staples Center Sunday, March 8, 2015. ( Photo by David Crane/Los Angeles Daily News ). The beginning of Kobe Bryant's quest to write his last chapter likely ...

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Kobe Bryant Is Apparently Not A Big Fan Of The NBA Combine ...

Kobe Bryant Is Apparently Not A Big Fan Of The NBA Combine. Andrew Holleran. The NBA Combine is currently taking place in Chicago. Since Wednesday, most of the country's top draft-eligible players have been in the ...

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NBA Draft: Stanley Johnson called training with Kobe Bryant the ...

CHICAGO — His eyes lit up as he recalled the experience, Arizona forward Stanley Johnson fondly remembering exactly what it felt like to train last summer with Lakers star Kobe Bryant. “The hardest workouts of my life,” ...

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Kobe Bryant's fight against Father Time - Silver Screen and Roll

Kobe Bryant has been a fixture in purple and gold for the past 19 seasons and has played through a myriad of injuries. Now, having had his last three campaigns cut short, can Bryant give Lakers fans one last season to ...

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Magic Johnson says Kobe Bryant could have played with him ...

... Share on Facebook Pin Pinterest 11 Comments. Former Lakers point guard Magic Johnson offered some praise for Kobe Bryant on Twitter today, saying that Bryant is a player he thinks could have played in his era: ...

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Lakers News: Stanley Johnson Worked Out With Kobe Bryant Last ...

Arizona's Stanely Johnson already knows what it's like to be around Kobe Bryant with the prospect working out with the superstar last summer.

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Kobe Bryant explains his policy on haters in two words - SBNation.com

Twitter user @indibless asked Kobe how he handles hate from other people and players. Kobe fired back with the best/most Kobe response ever: I Don't. https://t.co/gay3yulHX5. — Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) May 14, 2015.

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Dwight Howard -- Heckled With 'Kobe' Taunt ... After Playoff Ejection ...

Kobe Bryant continues to haunt Dwight Howard ... at least judging by video of a heckler who used The Mamba to taunt D12…

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Magic Johnson Says Kobe Bryant, LeBron James Could Have ...

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson believes only three current players in the NBA could've held their own during his era.

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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Shows 'Respect' For Tony Allen | Lakers ...

Superstar Kobe Bryant took to Twitter on Friday to show some respect for Tony Allen who the five-time champion believes is the best defender he's ever faced.

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Lakers News: Diana Taurasi Would Like To Play With Kobe Bryant ...

Women's basketball star Diana Taurasi picked Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant as the NBA player she would like to play with.

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'It's official: Leo is better than Maradona' - the world reacts to Messi's ...

Even from outside the world of football, celebrities were queuing up to hail Messi, including NBA star Kobe Bryant, American Football hero Jeremy Maclin and pitcher for baseball team LA Dodgers Brandon McCarthy.

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Kobe Bryant News: Mamba Thinks Steph Curry Deserved MVP

Kobe Bryant campaigned for James Harden, but does believe Steph Curry deserved the award.

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Jamaal Wilkes Says Kobe Bryant Can't 'Physically' Carry The Lakers ...

Los Angeles Lakers legend Jamaal Wilkes says that Kobe Bryant can no longer physically carry the team and his minutes should be cut.

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Chad Ford Compares Kobe Bryant, Mario Hezonja's Killer Instincts ...

In a chat with fans, ESPN's Chad Ford talks about Croatian Mario Hezonja's killer instinct and likened it to Kobe Bryant.

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Stephen Curry Says He'll Beat Kobe Bryant's Gift To Teammates For ...

Draymond Green decided to call out Stephen Curry in Luke Walton-like fashion using Kobe Bryant as an example of an MVP that gave his teammates gifts.

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Kobe Bryant Sends Autographed Jersey To Grieving Mother

The Lakers have been very lucky for the last 19 years. Kobe Bryant has spoiled the city of Los Angeles and will be missed when he retires from the game, but at the end of the day, it's just a game. Life is more important and at ...

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant's Motivational Mix For 20th Lakers Season ...

Superstar Kobe Bryant will be heading into his 20th NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers in October with the five-time NBA champion hoping to finish his career as strong as possible. Although it isn't set in stone that this ...

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Andrew Wiggins On Kobe Bryant: 'He's A Living Legend' | Lakers ...

After winning the 2014-15 NBA Rookie of the Year award, Andrew Wiggins called Kobe Bryant a 'living legend' on the Minnesota Timberwolves Twitter account.

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Kobe Bryant: My Daughter Can Start Dating 'When She's Married ...

Known as a fierce competitor, Los Angeles Laker star Kobe Bryant earned a reputation as a tough teammate that expects the best everyone. It should come to no surprise Bryant brings that demeanor into other aspects of his ...

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Kobe Bryant Chooses Rockets' James Harden As His Pick For NBA ...

Five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers believes James Harden of the Houston Rockets should be named this season's NBA MVP.

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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Discusses 'Vino' Watch and Nicknames ...

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant showed off his new watch from Hublot inspired from his Vino moniker.

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Deron Williams hits a clutch three-pointer that would make Kobe ...

Deron Williams hits a clutch three-pointer that would make Kobe Bryant blush. By Ricky O'Donnell  @SBN_Ricky on Apr 27, 2015, 9:21p + ·  Tweet Share on Twitter Share Share on Facebook Pin Pinterest + Comments ...

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Jeanie Buss: 2015-16 Lakers Season Will Be 'Celebration' Of Kobe ...

Jeanie Buss says that she is looking at next season as a celebration of Kobe Bryant's 20 years with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Kobe Bryant selling his home, which has a shark tank - Silver ...

Kobe Bryant is under contract to sell his Newport Coast home, the Daily Pilot reports. With Bryant under contract for one more season before his likely retirement, this would normally not be news. On the other hand, homes do ...

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WEDDED BLISS: Inside Tina Knowles Lawson's 'Magical' Wedding ...

We've got photos and details from Tina Knowles Lawson's dream wedding along with pics from Kobe and Vanessa Bryant celebrating their 14th-anniversary in France and Italy. More on the lovefest inside... There's nothing ...

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VIDEO: Compilation Of Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan's Best ...

Throughout his NBA career, Kobe Bryant has been regarded as one the most skilled players of all-time. One of the reasons Bryant has been able to achieve all he has is his excellent footwork which allows hime to escape out ...

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Lakers' Kobe Bryant to Break Record for Most Expensive Pelican ...

Lakers' gem Kobe Bryant is set to break record for a pending home sale as the most expensive Pelican Ridge home if closed.

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Kobe Bryant Reflects On Who Challenged Him To Be A Great ...

Kobe Bryant has been both praised and criticized for his leadership style over the years, though his ability to win championships can often negate the latter. When discussing leadership in an interview with NBA TV back in ...

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Russell Westbrook says Kobe Bryant is 'his guy,' is honored Kobe ...

Kobe Bryant's defense of Russell Westbrook didn't fall on deaf ears -- or, blind eyes considering it was a handful of Tweets -- as the Oklahoma City Thunder guard returned the favor and gushed about the Black Mamba.

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PHOTO: Kobe Bryant Lists Newport Coast Home For $6.45 Million ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is listing his multi-million dollar Newport Coast home. The house, which he bought in 2001, is nearing the end of its contract and is expected to be put on the market according to the ...

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Byron Scott On Kobe Bryant's Training: 'I Don't Want Him To Overdo ...

Byron Scott says that he doesn't want Kobe Bryant to 'overdo it' as he rehabs from his torn rotator cuff.



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Preeminent Shaq Critic Kobe Bryant Chastises Media For Criticizing ...

Kobe Bryant has been feisty on Twitter lately, first deploying a meme in defense of Russell Westbrook, and now chastising the NBA media for building false narratives:



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TWITTER: Kobe Bryant Defends Russell Westbrook's Shot Attempts ...

Five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant took to Twitter on Monday to defend MVP candidate Russell Westbrook for taking 43 shots on his way to 54 points.



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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant Honored At Toberman Charity Gala | Lakers ...

Kobe and Vanessa Bryant were honored with the Bill Sharman Humanitarian Award by the Toberman Neighborhood Center.



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Matt Barnes Defends Kobe Bryant, Blasts Lakers Front Office ...

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Matt Barnes defends his old teammate Kobe Bryant and blames the Lakers front office for the team's recent struggles.



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Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bryant 'Has Endorsed' Rajon Rondo To Los ...

Lakers Rumors: Kobe Bryant 'Has Endorsed' Team To Sign Rajon Rondo In FA?



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VIDEO: Watch Kobe Bryant Bid At A Live Charity Auction | Lakers ...

Watch Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant bid at a live charity auction, benefiting the Toberman Neighborhood Center.



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Metta World Peace Invites Kobe Bryant To Play With Him In Italy ...

Veteran forward Metta World Peace signed with an Italian club and sent an invitation to former Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant to join him.



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Kobe Bryant Confident Lakers Will Be 'Much Better' Next Season ...

Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant says he will train 5-6 hours per day in the off-season, vows change next season.



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Jordan Clarkson On Kobe Bryant: 'It's Easy To Listen To Him ...

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Jordan Clarkson discussed learning from teammate Kobe Bryant and how easy it is to listen to him.



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Julius Randle Explains Why Kobe Bryant Is His Favorite Player ...

Rookie Julius Randle talks about the reasoning behind Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant being his favorite NBA player growing up.



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Kobe Bryant's Career in Numbers | Highsnobiety

In support of Highsnobiety Issue #10 featuring Kobe Bryant, we commissioned illustrator Davide Barco to punctuate his legacy in his unique visual style.



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Rick Fox Discusses Kobe Bryant And His 'One Final Moment In His ...

In an interview with Bleacher Report Radio, Rick Fox says he can see one more moment where Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers blows away everyone.



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Wisconsin Badgers gawk at Kobe Bryant's locker - FanSided

The Wisconsin Badgers are in Los Angeles for the Sweet Sixteen and Nigel Hayes is happy he has Kobe Bryant's locker.



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PHOTO: Kobe Bryant Owns Top-Selling Throwback Jersey In Seven ...

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant has one of the top-selling throwback jerseys in the NBA, but isn't the most popular in the state of California.



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Kobe Bryant Texted Jeremy Lin 'Around 1 In The Morning' | Lakers ...

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jeremy Lin shares Kobe Bryant texted him around '1 in the morning' at the start of the 2014-15 NBA season.



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Timberwolves Thought Drafting Kobe Bryant In 1996 'Would Be Too ...

Flip Saunders of the Minnesota Timberwolves thought drafting Kobe Bryant in the 1996 NBA Draft 'would be too much' after drafting Kevin Garnett the previous.



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Stanley Johnson Grew Up A Kobe Bryant And Lakers Fan | Lakers ...

Arizona Wildcat forward Stanley Johnson grew up a fan of the Los Angeles Lakers and star player Kobe Bryant.



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