Kobe Bryant's Last NBA Game

Long Live The Black Mamba

The Black Mamba is being put to rest after a 20 year long NBA career. Well so he says. Drafted by the Charlotte Hornets in 1996 but traded to the LA Lakers during draft night, Kobe Bryant has dominated the NBA as one of the greatest Basketball players to ever play the game. As an apprentice of Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant holds many accolades including; 5 NBA championship titles, 18 All-Star games, 2 Finals MVP and so much more. Kobe is known for his cocky, confident, and aggressive personality but has managed to keep most of his personal life completely separate from the court and media. Of course with the exception of that little incident back in 2004, that I still believe he was falsely accused for. Kobe managed to handle a marriage and divorce while remaining focused enough on Basketball to continue his success. Just like Mike who played while having the flu, Kobe has dominated while having sprang ankles and a broken shoulder. There's definitely a reason to why he's called The Black Mamba.

Honestly I cannot picture the NBA without Kobe. He's been the dominant go to player ever since I can remember watching basketball. Whenever you're playing or doing anything related to the sport, Kobe is the first comparison that we as millennial babies reference. Personally I was a Kobe hater, there are many of us, but no matter how much we can't stand his arrogant demeanor, no one can discredit his talent and accomplishments. I'm confused on what team I should dislike now, without Kobe I have no reason to dislike the Lakers lol. Anyways you'll definitely be missed and always appreciated with respect as a GOAT Kobe.