"He is not a natural jump-shooter" - When George Karl criticized LeBron James' shooting and lack of clutch originally ...

When a young Bryant made the leap from high school to the NBA in 1996, it wasn't just about chasing greatness. Economics ...

Kobe Bryant's final game: A flurry of jump shots and glory. Baxter Holmes Aug 23, 2022, 03:53 PM ET. Close. Baxter Holmes is a senior writer for ESPN Digital and Print, focusing on the NBA.

"I literally jumped over Kobe and DJ Mbenga, like literally. Like in practice, literally. I wanted to but I had to get loose, like I couldn't have pulled that one out yet," Shannon relayed.

This methodical style reminded the 2006 Finals MVP of another legend - Kobe Bryant, who averaged 26.1 points over the 20 contests head-to-head against Wade solely because Bean knew how to mark his ...

James vs. Jordan vs. Kobe in Game 7s. MJ played in just three Game 7s throughout his NBA career. His teams won two of those series-deciding contests, with MJ averaging 33.7 points, 7.7 rebounds ...

In the early 2000s, Kobe Bryant had one of those gears that set him apart from the rest. His relentless work ethic and dedication to his craft were unmatched. And for former All-Star guard Gilbert ...

Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, days before the Super Bowl LIV, which was held at Hard Rock Stadium on February 02, 2020, in Miami, Florida.

"Kobe was a total novelty in that he was the first guard to jump from high school to the NBA," Treatman said. "So this is a guy who wasn't jumping for the money, wasn't jumping for hardship ...

In his surreal career-ending game, Kobe Bryant emptied his basketball soul at Staples Center. His team, his legion of fans and his family loved it.