Shaquille O'Neal was hyping up Kobe Bryant after they led the Lakers to a historic three-peat from 2000 to 2002.

Growing up, the conversation that took control was debating who was better between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James.

Late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was a persistent dream come true for countless fans of the franchise. He helped lead the Lakers to five NBA championships and had numerous moments of transcendent individual personal greatness that no one will ever forget.

Paul Pierce said he saw Michael Jordan's reflection in Kobe Bryant when the Boston Celtics played the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals.

Stephen Jackson says he admired Kobe Bryant—but not Michael Jordan—citing Kobe's teenage discipline and relentless drive for greatness.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial mentioned Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan and Shaq as nicknames used during alleged "hotel nights" while his ex-girlfriend detailed drug-fueled encounters.

Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and almost all the NBA legends credit a major part of their success to finding the right coach in their careers. From finding the balance between discipline and maximizing strengths to devising a system that allows superstar players to flourish,

"They were playing a virtual game of 1-on-1" - BJ Armstrong recalls epic dinner with Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant originally appeared on Basketball Network.

Former Los Angeles Lakers champion ranks the greatness of legends Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James.