An icon of his generation, Kobe Bryant was singular in his drive for greatness, whether it was as a basketball player, an entrepreneur, or a father.
GONE TOO SOON • An icon of his generation, Kobe Bryant was singular in his drive for greatness, whether it was as a basketball player, an entrepreneur, or a father.
THROUGH THE YEARS • The camera loved Kobe Bryant as much as his fans did. Here, a look back at the career and life of a legend. who grew up in front of our eyes
THE BEGINNING • The son of a journeyman basketball player, Kobe Bryant quickly made his name as a high school phenom who became the youngest player in NBA history.
ON TOP OF THE WORLD • The fourth season of Kobe Bryant’s NBA career would also mark many firsts—his first season at the Staples Center, his first playing for coach Phil Jackson and his first championship ring.
BACK-TO-BACK • Kobe Bryant was ready for his ascension, but it didn’t come without some team strife. Coming into his own as a leader—and teammate—the shooting guard helped the Lakers win their second straight title.
THREE PEAT • As back-to-back champs, the Lakers now had a target squarely on their backs. How did Kobe Bryant and company respond? By winning their third title in a row.
MAMBA MENTALITY • While his professional accomplishments would continue to reach new heights, Kobe Bryant would rely on an alternate persona to help him overcome challenges that tested both his image and his marriage.
FAMILY MAN • Kobe Bryant was Superman on the court, but off it, he was your typical proud dad who treasured his time with his wife and four daughters.
RETURN TO THE TOP • Kobe Bryant made winning championships look routine for a long time, but capturing his fifth title took a little more effort and patience.
THE FINAL SEASONS • As his career wound down, Kobe Bryant was eager to win a sixth NBA championship for the Lakers. Plagued by injuries, he fell short of that goal, but the charismatic star still found ways to thrill fans and a way to exit the game with his head held high.
LIFE AFTER BASKETBALL • No longer front and center on the court, Kobe Bryant became an entertainment mogul with a mission: to inspire a new generation of dreamers.
HIS LEGACY • Beyond being an unquestioned great in his sport, Kobe Bryant was a global icon. His shocking death left the world grappling with an unimaginable loss.
Kobe Bryant: Tribute to a Legend
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