Jaylen Brown Names Lakers Legend Who Inspired Him Far Beyond Basketball
Jaylen Brown draws inspiration from the legendary Kobe Bryant's legacy, both on and off the court

Jaylen Brown draws inspiration from the legendary Kobe Bryant's legacy, both on and off the court

The Boston Celtics are still sifting through the rubble of their 3-1 playoff collapse in the first round against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Celtics are now entering an offseason that could see some major changes in the franchise, with some speculating that the team might consider trading star Jaylen Brown if the right deal presented […] The post Celtics’ Jaylen Brown reveals Kobe Bryant inspiration for shoe brand appeared first on ClutchPoints.

If the 2025-26 season was indeed Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James’ final year with the team he led to a championship in 2020, which followed Kobe Bryant’s retirement in 2016, Hall of Fame center Lisa Leslie says fans should be more appreciative. While some wonder whether the Lakers want James back for another season, […] The post Lisa Leslie hits Lakers fans hating on LeBron James with Kobe Bryant truth appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Recently, the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2026 offseason began when they lost Game 4 at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder, ending that series in a sweep. With the frustration of the last few years, Lakers fans would be forgiven for reminiscing on the glory days when the late Kobe Bryant was leading the franchise. Recently, […] The post Nick Wright drops Kobe Bryant take he knows will aggravate Lakers fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

“Imagine being in a Lakers uniform, passing up Kobe, passing up Kareem” — Kendrick Perkins insists LeBron James deserves a statue in L.A. Basketball Network

The Lakers have lost the Western Conference semifinal series to the Thunder 0-4, and LeBron James' future is again under scrutiny.

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LeBron James deserves credit for a lot of things, but turning the Los Angeles Lakers into a national brand isn’t one of them. During Tuesday’s Nightcap, Shannon Sharpe took note of the Lakers basically handing the keys to Luka Dončić by letting him pick and choose who he wants to play with. Sharpe took note…

The 1996 NBA Draft may be considered one of the greatest incoming class of rookies, featuring future Hall-of-Famers like Allen Iverson, Ray Allen, Steve Nash, and none other than Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant. However, 13 teams passed on the high school prodigy, including the Charlotte Hornets who drafted him. Coming soon, Nike will […] The post Nike Kobe ‘Draft Day’ release trolls NBA teams that passed on Bryant in 1996 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

There it is. Just like that. The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025-26 season has come to an unceremonious end. The Lakers were dealt a 110-115 loss in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, sweeping them out of the playoffs for the second time in four seasons. Los Angeles went from making history in the first […] The post Lakers Receive Brutal LeBron James Message After Playoff Sweep appeared first on HEAVY.

Anthony Edwards made history in the Minnesota Timberwolves' Game 4 win over the San Antonio Spurs, dedicating the victory to his late mother. The post NBA Announces Historic Anthony Edwards News After Timberwolves Game 4 Win appeared first on HEAVY.

“We had never seen that rhythm before” - Kobe Bryant on why the NBA had to adjust to Manu Ginobili Basketball Network

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"Would anybody think to call Kobe Bryant or Larry Bird a b—ch to their face?" - Skip Bayless on why LeBron James is excluded from the GOAT debate Basketball Network

“Kobe is gonna give you the business” - Kenny Smith explains why the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers were unstoppable in the clutch Basketball Network

“He had his own gas station, that's crazy” - Kobe Bryant on being stunned by Michael Jackson’s staggering wealth Basketball Network

NBA icons Isiah Thomas and DeMarcus Cousins sat down with Athlon Sports for an exclusive conversation on Friday.

Freddie Freeman's wife Chelsea sends sweet message to Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa on her birthday Sportskeeda

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be public enemy number one for Los Angeles Lakers fans during the Western Conference Semifinals, but the Oklahoma City Thunder superstar holds no ill-will for the Purple and Gold. Actually, one of the franchise’s most iconic players had a significant impact on No. 2’s approach to the game. “Kobe Bryant was my […] The post Why Kobe Bryant was Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ‘first big role model’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Michael Jordan has been named America's greatest sports icon, leading a list of NBA legends including Kobe Bryant and LeBron James

KOBE Bryant’s widow Vanessa is releasing a statement over pregnancy and remarriage rumors. The NBA legend’s wife is speaking out six years after his death. Vanessa Bryant, 44, has appeared…

Vanessa, 43, took to social media on Sunday night to respond to the claims, which emerged shortly just weeks after her would-be anniversary with the late Kobe.

