NBA legend Phil Jackson is widely regarded as one of the greatest head coaches in league history. He won 11 NBA championships while coaching superstars like Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, and Michael Jordan. That’s why, when he weighs in on the GOAT debate or anything related, his opinion carries serious weight.

Kobe Bryant credited Jordan, Barkley, and Olajuwon for influencing his footwork, blending their moves with his soccer roots to develop his signature playing style.

Some feel late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was a much lesser player than Michael Jordan was, but former NBA player Nick Anderson feels otherwise.

Magic Johnson recalls the electrifying moment when Michael Jordan passed the torch to Kobe Bryant during the 1998 NBA All-Star Game, a moment that would change the course of basketball history.

When Kobe Bryant announced his decision to retire in 2015, people were still surprised despite his long injury history and his years in the league. Kobe was in his 20th NBA season, and he made one last farewell tour all over the country, but it was an official end of an era for millions of Kobe fans who fell in love in the sport because of him.

Magic Johnson was a witness to an unforgettable moment in NBA history when Michael Jordan faced off against Kobe Bryant in the 1998 NBA All-Star Game. The highly anticipated spectacle held special significance in the sport, as it marked prime Jordan's ...

NBA legend Reggie Miller already delivered the name of the GOAT, and now is taking his answer to another level: he is naming the player who took basketball to 'another level', and it's not Michael Jordan.

Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan are considered perhaps the two most fundamentally sound NBA players of all time. In addition The post Kobe Bryant coach, Michael Jordan’s teammate highlights differences between their approach appeared first on FirstSportz.

What’s the difference between those two in your opinion? Craig Hodges: Right hand. Barnes: Why? Hodges: Because Kobe would be going to the line to shoot two, MJ was going to

Dallas Mavericks forward Klay Thompson left the Golden State Warriors after a trophy-laden career in the Bay Area.