On Kobe Bryant Day 2023, we remember the legendary Laker through some of his most iconic photos.
While he is often remembered as being one of the greatest athletes around the globe, the Lakers legend is remembered beyond the world of sports for his "Mamba Mentality."
It didn't take long for Bryant to make an impression in the league and was named the NBA Rookie of the Year following the 1996-97 season. Basketball: Aerial view of Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant in action vs Dallas Mavericks at Staples Center. Los Angeles, CA 2/17/2001. Coached by Phil Jackson, the Lakers went on to win three consecutive champions between 2000 and 2002. Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal are often regarded as one of the best duos in NBA history.
Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates after the Lakers defeated the Boston Celtics in Game Seven of the 2010 NBA Finals at Staples Center on June 17, 2010 in Los Angeles, California.
Following his retirement, Bryant showed a different side of himself as his interviews often focused on being a family man and his most significant life accomplishment as a father.His daughter, Gigi, was determined to carry on her father’s basketball legacy and aspired to play college hoops at UConn before going to the WNBA. To support her dream, the girl dad continued to move the game forward as an advocate for women’s basketball.
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