Vanessa Bryant is all about the Los Angeles Dodgers, who were also her late husband Kobe Bryant’s favorite team. Her latest gift honoring the late Los Angeles Lakers legend is truly awesome.The 43-year-old Vanessa has been busy lately honoring her daughter Gigi,

Kobe was still growing as a player, which meant he occasionally struggled from the field and committed senseless turnovers. In April 1999, he recorded a couple of 30% field goal games in losses. Shaq expressed his frustration, albeit in a subtle but potent way, to the media.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Kobe Bryant defined greatness in their eras within the Los Angeles Lakers. Though they never shared the court, former NBA star James Worthy sees a striking similarity between the two legends.

Hall of Fame former Los Angeles superstar Kobe Bryant's elite postseason clutchness has been matched this year.

Kobe Bryant set high standards for himself, especially when he became the new face of the Los Angeles Lakers in 2004. Although the Purple and Gold went through a rebuilding phase, Philly native expected his teammates the time to give it their all or face his wrath.

"I don't like this kid 'cause Magic was my guy," confessed the "Black Mamba," adding that he believed it was the first time he had ever seen "His Airness" play. Despite the initial bitterness, Bryant's dislike for Jordan masked a hidden form of respect.

Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown accused Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant of wearing custom Nike shoes during NBA games.

The numbers back up Shaq's claims. Whereas he averaged 30 points per contest in the 2000 and 2001 playoffs, his output slightly dipped to 28.5 points. Meanwhile, though Kobe averaged 26.6 points per contest, a slight dip from his 29.4 output in 2001, the Lower Merion High School standout filled the stat sheet when it mattered most.

Minnesota Timberwolves star Julius Randle credited Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant for teaching him how to deal with adversity.

Natalia Bryant just graduated college from the University of Southern California with a degree in film. She’s continuing her career as a model as seen in her latest glam look following her big moment.

Shannon revealed that he prepared well for the contest and even jumped over Kobe and DJ Mbenga — a center who stood 7 feet tall — in practice. However, Brown didn't feel loose or confident enough to try that dunk in front of a worldwide audience.