Kobe Bryant legacy continues to grow four years after his death in helicopter crash

Full Name: Kobe Bean Bryant Birthdate: August 23, 1978 Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

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Position: Shooting guard / Small forward NBA Debut: Kobe entered the NBA directly from high school, being drafted by the Charlotte Hornets with the 13th overall pick in the first round of the 1996 NBA Draft. However, he was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers shortly after the draft.

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Lakers Career: Kobe spent his entire 20-season NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers from 1996 to 2016. Jersey Numbers: Kobe wore the numbers 8 and 24 during his career with the Lakers. Both numbers were eventually retired by the team to honor his contributions.

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Championships: Kobe Bryant won five NBA championships with the Lakers in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, and 2010. NBA MVP: He won the NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) award for the 2007-2008 season.

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Scoring Titles: Bryant led the NBA in scoring during the 2005-2006 and 2006-2007 seasons. All-Star Appearances: Kobe was selected to the NBA All-Star Game 18 times, making him one of the most decorated All-Stars in league history.

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Olympic Gold Medals: He won two Olympic gold medals with the USA Basketball team, in 2008 and 2012.

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Points Record: On April 13, 2016, Kobe Bryant scored 60 points in his final NBA game, setting a record for the most points scored by a player in their farewell game.

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Retirement: Kobe officially retired from professional basketball after the 2015-2016 NBA season.

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Post-Basketball Career: After retiring, Kobe became involved in various ventures, including winning an Academy Award for his animated short film "Dear Basketball."

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Tragically, Kobe Bryant, along with his daughter Gianna and seven others, died in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020. His legacy continues to have a significant impact on the world of basketball and beyond.

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