Mentor, big brother, role model… these are the words that characterize the relationship that existed between Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan. But the two – true monsters of the competition – also loved the little trashtalking sessions.
There are several anecdotes about Kobe and MJ, but we chose the one where the Black Mamba referred to a direct confrontation between the two superstars.
« A few years after my 81-point game, he was barking and saying, ‘You could have never scored 80 points on me, I would have been kicked out.’ And then we kept talking back. Usually I try to be cool with MJ because he’s inspired me so much, but at that point I reminded him that I scored 42 points against him in one half…so… »
That was March 28, 2003, in a 108-94 Lakers win over the Wizards. It was the very last meeting between the two icons. Well, MJ was 40 years old at the time while Kobe was in his prime, but still.
Recently, @BleacherReport dropped a list ranking the Top 50 NBA Players of All Time.@kobebryant was disrespected in the list and ranked at #14. Seems like the people need a reminder. 👀
We compiled a list of our Top 8 Kobe Bryant Moments in his career.
Enjoy #MambaMondays 🐍 pic.twitter.com/jfSC2gUg0X
— The Laker Files (@LakerFiles) October 1, 2019
To kick off the thread, our favorite is the all time classic. A historic night that will forever be remembered in the NBA.
Reported by the late Stuart Scott, NBA Fans tuned into ESPN to see that Kobe Bryant scored 81 points in a game, The second most ever behind Wilt
Amazing 🐐 pic.twitter.com/pYxFtQEhEV
— The Laker Files (@LakerFiles) October 1, 2019
To kick off the thread, our favorite is the all time classic. A historic night that will forever be remembered in the NBA.
Reported by the late Stuart Scott, NBA Fans tuned into ESPN to see that Kobe Bryant scored 81 points in a game, The second most ever behind Wilt
Amazing 🐐 pic.twitter.com/pYxFtQEhEV
— The Laker Files (@LakerFiles) October 1, 2019
#2 on the list was another all time classic. On December 20, 2005, Kobe Bryant was on a mission.
Through 3 Quarters, he outscored the Dallas Mavericks 62-61!!! When asked if he wanted to stay in, he declined stating he would break 70 another time.
— The Laker Files (@LakerFiles) October 1, 2019
