Kobe Bryant was an American professional basketball player who is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1978 and began playing basketball at a young age. After high school, Bryant decided to forgo college and directly enter the 1996 NBA draft, where he was selected 13th overall by the Charlotte Hornets before being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. More about Kobe Bryant
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Throughout his career, Bryant established himself as one of the most dominant and competitive players in the game. Over the course of 20 seasons with the Lakers, he won five NBA championships and was selected to the All-Star team 18 times. He was known for his impressive offensive skills, especially his scoring ability and his ability to hit clutch shots. In addition to his on-court success, Bryant was also known for his intense work ethic and his drive to be the best, qualities that helped him to become one of the greatest players of all time.In total, we tracked 15140 items since 01/01/2008. The chart below shows the trade volume over time.
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The most expensive item with a signature of Kobe Bryant (KOBE BRYANT SIGNED ADIDAS HARDWOOD CLASSICS LAKERS JERSEY) was sold in May 2020 for $199999.00 while the cheapest item (Del Harris Signed Autograph 4x6 Photo Los Angeles Lakers Coach KOBE BRYANT) found a new owner for $0.01 in September 2023. The month with the most items sold (1158) was February 2020 with an average selling price of $363.00 for an autographed item of Kobe Bryant. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in September 2018 with $2299.95 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $8.00 was November 2008. In average, an autographed item from Kobe Bryant is worth $222.50.
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Lakers unveil statue of Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna outside arena, memorializin (08/03/24): Kobe and Gianna, along with seven others, were killed in a helicopter crash in January 2020
Lakers to unveil second of three Kobe Bryant statues outside Crypto.com Arena, p (08/01/24): The third statue will reportedly be unveiled next season
Joe Bryant dies at 69: Kobe Bryant's father starred at La Salle, played eight NB (07/16/24): Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant reportedly suffered a stroke this week
2000 NBA championship ring Kobe Bryant gave to his father sells for $927,000 at (04/01/24): Joe "Jellybean" Bryant had originally consigned the ring in 2013, and it sold for $173,000 at that time
Kobe Bryant's 2000 Lakers championship ring, originally gifted to his father, up (03/19/24): Bryant gifted the ring to his father after winning his first NBA title
Kobe Bryant's 2000 NBA championship ring, originally gifted to his father, is fo (03/2024): The current price for the ring is $94,000, and is expected to rise
Lakers unveil Kobe Bryant statue outside of Crypto.com Arena, Vanessa Bryant rev (02/2024): The statue's pose is the same one Kobe took as he left the floor following his 81-point game in 2006
Kobe Bryant's Lakers jersey, sneakers from final NBA road game expected to sell (11/2023): Bryant played his final career road game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2016
Kobe Bryant mural in Los Angeles saved from being torn down (10/2023): The mural is located just 1,500 feet south of Crypto.com Arena
Warriors' Kuminga recalls experience meeting idol Kobe Bryant (09/2023): Jonathan Kuminga reveals that he had a chance to meet Kobe Bryant shortly before the legendary NBA player died in a helicopter crash.
Los Angeles Lakers announce date for Kobe Bryant’s statue unveiling (08/2023): Vanessa Bryant, the late Kobe Bryant’s wife, announced on Thursday the date when the Los Angeles Lakers will unveil a statue honoring the former NBA star.
Austin Reaves talks about his favorite memory of Kobe Bryant (07/2023): For budding Lakers star Austin Reaves, one of Kobe Bryant's most memorable performances stands out more than the rest.
Lakers' draft picks Jalen Hood-Schifino, Maxwell Lewis channel 'Mamba Mentality' (06/2023): The Lakers introduce draft picks Jalen Hood-Schifino and Maxwell Lewis on Tuesday in El Segundo and both recall Kobe Bryant influencing them as kids.
Celtics champion Ray Allen on his battles with Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Brya (05/2023): Take a long look with us at the intense rivalry between two of the NBA's most iconic shooting guards, Allen and Bryant.
What Tigers coach Rasheed Hazzard learned from Kobe - 'Subjugate your ego' (04/2023): Cape Town Tigers head coach Rasheed Hazzard, who was assistant coach at the Los Angeles Lakers when Kobe Bryant was their star player, told ESPN that he learned more than 'Mamba Mentality' from Bryant and that working with him was a lesson in humility.
Kobe Bryant's handprints, footprints to be permanently displayed outside TCL Chi (03/2023): Bryant became the first athlete to create imprints outside the legendary venue in 2011
On this date: Kobe Bryant’s ‘amnesty’ game versus the Mavericks (02/2023): After a big game against the Mavericks in 2013, Kobe Bryant shot back at Mavs owner Mark Cuban for making a provocative comment about him.
Kobe Bryant’s impact is still being felt throughout the NBA (01/2023): "He was a model for young guys," said Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas during his pregame press conference on Wednesday.
On this date: Young Kobe scores total of 81 points in back-to-back games (12/2022): In early December 2000, Kobe Bryant started to prove he was the best overall player in basketball with a monster weekend.
On this date: Kobe scores 52, including 30 in third quarter vs. Jazz (11/2022): In the fall of 2006, Kobe Bryant had one of his greatest but most underrated offensive explosions.
How Kobe Bryant's 'Mamba Mentality' influences Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga (10/2022): Jonathan Kuminga, 20, has fixated on Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant since his pre-teen years in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Kobe Bryant’s top 100 games: No. 5 (09/2022): Kobe Bryant's monster game against the Kings in the 2001 playoffs led the Lakers to their second of three consecutive sweeps.
Kobe Bryant’s top 100 games: No. 85 (08/2022): On April 27, 2000, Kobe Bryant had one of his first big playoff performances, and it came against the Sacramento Kings, an emerging rival.
Jeanie Buss addresses cryptic Kobe Bryant tweet: 'It's a void that can never be (07/2022): Buss tweeted about Bryant's passing early in free agency
NBA Draft 2022: Jean Montero going from idolizing Kobe Bryant in Dominican to fi (06/2022): Montero started shooting on a bicycle wheel in the Dominican Republic, but has a chance to be selected Thursday in the NBA Draft
On this date: An underrated Kobe Bryant gem versus the Spurs (05/2022): Kobe Bryant almost single-handedly erased a big deficit in Game 1 of the 2008 WCF and gave the Lakers an inspiring win over the Spurs.
On this date: Kobe Bryant puts away the Rockets after a busy day (04/2022): On this day in 2004, Kobe Bryant had an excellent all-around performance to help the Lakers eliminate the Rockets from the playoffs.
Louisville's Hailey Van Lith shares advice Kobe Bryant would've given her follow (03/2022): Van Lith trained with Bryant as a high schooler and clearly understood his approach to the game
Rare Kobe Bryant card sells for $2 million at auction (02/2022): This set a record for a Bryant card
Westbrook scores 30 in second half but Hornets hold off Lakers push for win (01/2022): Westbrook scored 30 points in the second half, the most in a half by a Laker since Kobe Bryant's final game.
Kobe Bryant quotes: NBA Hall of Famer's most memorable, motivational words (12/2021): As we near the anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death, the wise words the Hall of Famer left behind still ring true. Here are 9 of Bryant's best quotes.
WATCH: Pau Gasol plays basketball with Kobe Bryant's youngest daughters (11/2021): Uncle Pau hit the court with the Bryants over the weekend
Vanessa Bryant wins ruling, Los Angeles officials ordered to testify about Kobe (10/2021): Kobe and Gianna Bryant died in a helicopter crash in January 2020
Gary Payton says the 2003-04 Lakers were the first superteam, details his bond w (08/2021): Payton played just one season in L.A., but it was a memorable one
Kobe Bryant death: Vanessa Bryant, families of crash victims settle lawsuit vs. (06/2021): Vanessa Bryant, Kobe's widow, has also filed a lawsuit against L.A. County deputies for taking graphic photos of the crash
Lakers fans chant 'Kobe' in closing seconds of first home playoff win since 2012 (05/2021): Kobe Bryant led the Lakers with 36 points in their last home playoff win prior to Thursday
Trae Young discusses preparing for first playoffs, where his signature shoe stan (04/2021): The Hawks star joins CBS Sports to talk all things basketball, sneakers and his upcoming campaign with BodyArmor
Vanessa Bryant reveals names of officers who allegedly shared photos of Kobe Bry (03/2021): Vanessa Bryant won her case with the L.A. County Sheriff's Department earlier in March to allow the names to be released
Kyrie Irving suggests Kobe Bryant should replace Jerry West as the NBA's logo in (02/2021): West has been the league's logo for over five decades
Hawks' Trae Young flashes 24 in honor of Kobe Bryant after hitting dagger 3-poin (01/2021): Young was Gianna Bryant's favorite player
Kobe Bryant was reportedly considering leaving Nike and starting his own 'Mamba' (12/2020): Bryant's departure from Nike would've sent shockwaves throughout the sneaker community
Kobe's delayed Hall induction will be in May 2021 (11/2020): Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett will finally enter the Basketball Hall of Fame in May 2021.
Kobe Bryant's jersey, LeBron James' shoes displayed at National Museum of Africa (10/2020): Bryant was a founding donor for the museum
Kyrie Irving practiced his lines in the mirror before challenging Kobe Bryant to (09/2020): The two unfortunately never ended up having their game
Kobe Bryant signed piece of floor from final NBA game set to hit auction, may se (08/2020): Bryant scored 60 points in his final NBA game
LeBron James will honor Kobe Bryant with No. 24 finger sleeve in Lakers' restart (07/2020): The Lakers restart their season on Thursday against the Clippers
WATCH: Shaq talks about the first time he met Kobe Bryant, 20 years after the du (06/2020): Shaq took to late-night TV to remember his former teammate
2020 Hall of Fame induction ceremony headlined by Kobe Bryant has been delayed u (05/2020): The stacked Hall of Fame class remains scheduled to be inducted on Aug. 29, but the event has been moved
Kobe Bryant-Shaquille O'Neal Lakers, Heat Big Three among NBA teams deserving a (04/2020): From long-standing dynasties to teams that never reached the mountain top, these documentaries should get made soon
Towel used by Kobe Bryant in final game with Lakers sells for over $30,000 at au (03/2020): Bryant died earlier this year in a helicopter crash along with his daughter, Gianna
Report: L.A. deputies shared Bryant crash photos (02/2020): Authorities are investigating whether deputies shared graphic photos of the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and seven other people.
Lakers return after Kobe Bryant's death: Lakers vs. Blazers live stream, TV chan (01/2020): The Lakers will take the floor for the first time since the death of the NBA legend
Kobe Bryant heckled Luka Doncic in Slovenian during Sunday's Mavericks-Lakers ga (12/2019): The Lakers legend has never been afraid to talk trash, but this was on a different level
LeBron James shares 'surreal' moment with Lakers great Kobe Bryant, lets us into (11/2019): Everyone should be so lucky to stand next to their heroes, but standing there as equals is entirely different
Kobe Bryant wouldn't come out of retirement even for a guaranteed championship: (10/2019): Bryant would rather fight for his rings than join a stacked team: 'I don't like jumping to the easier route, so I wouldn't take it'
James Harden accepts Kobe Bryant's view on Rockets' title chances — right now (02/2019): Kobe Bryant says the Rockets won't win the NBA title playing as they are, a view not entirely dismissed by MVP James Harden.
WI14: Kobe Bryant Receives a Mixed Reception from Booksellers (01/2019): While some attendees at Winter Institute were excited to meet basketball star Kobe Bryant and learn about his new children's imprint, others said they may not sell his books, recalling his being charged with sexual assault in 2003.
Are Kobe Bryant's 81 Points Sneakers Releasing? (12/2018): Celebrating the Black Mamba's historic scoring achievement.
From the archives: Kobe Bryant's NBA farewell (04/2016): In his surreal career-ending game, Kobe Bryant emptied his basketball soul at Staples Center. His team, his legion of fans and his family loved it.
Julius Randle leaned on Kobe Bryant, Paul George during injury rehab (04/2015): Julius Randle's rookie season was over before it really ever began.
Badgers forward Nigel Hayes uses Kobe Bryant?s locker (03/2015): The Badgers got to use the Lakers' lockers, so Hayes made sure he claimed Kobe's locker.
Anthony Mason dies at 48; Kobe Bryant, others mourn former Knick (02/2015): Mason had been battling congestive heart failure.
Kobe Bryant Nike Kobe X Finally Unveiled [PHOTOS] (01/2015): Kobe Bryant saw his 2014-2015 NBA season going much differently last summer. Out for the year with a torn rotator cuff , a ray of light arrives today with the unveiling of the Nike Kobe X .
Byron Scott would like Kobe Bryant to look more for his own shot (12/2014): The debate continues, should the aging Kobe Bryant, now a 36-year old veteran, try to dominate the game with his individual talents or play a team-oriented game?
Kobe Bryant posts triple-double as Los Angeles Lakers upset Toronto Raptors (11/2014): There are always two ways for the Los Angeles Lakers to momentarily wash away an otherwise dour season. Kobe. Bryant.
WATCH: Kobe Bryant turns back the clock with reverse dunk (10/2014): MANILA, Philippines - The Los Angeles Lakers may not yet be able to manufacture a win this season, but Laker fans must feel good that Kobe Bryant can still create memorable highlights. The Lakers lost their third straight game on Friday, October 31 (Saturday PH time) to ...
Kobe Bryant pushes himself to the point Byron Scott puts a lid on it (09/2014): To hear everybody talk, Kobe Bryant was 26 years old, not 36. He was merely coming off a bruised thigh and scratched elbow, not a torn Achilles' tendon and fractured knee.
10 incredible Kobe Bryant stories (08/2014): KOBE Bryant is one of the greatest basketballers who have ever lived. As he enters the twilight of his career, take a look at the stories behind the legend.
Kobe Bryant destroys some young fans in China in one-on-one (07/2014): It's the memory of a lifetime... even if you get embarrassed.
Apple's iWatch will monitor your SWEAT and is being tested by Kobe Bryant (06/2014): Players from the MLB, NHL and NBA are believed to have been approached about the fitness aspects of the watch.
Lil Wayne Talks “Tha Carter V,” Kobe Bryant & Donald Sterling (05/2014): Lil Wayne recently sat down with ESPN The Magazine for his latest interview, speaking about everything from athletes tweeting teasers about Tha Carter V to social media to his music.
Cortez Bryant Discredits Kobe Bryant-Posted Tha Carter V Album Cover (04/2014): News of Lil Wayne's alleged last studio album is once again leaving anticipating fans with the troll face.
Kobe Bryant In Hot Water For Trayvon Martin Comments (03/2014): Los Angeles Laker shooting guard and future Hall of Famer Kobie Bryant is receiving tons of backlash today for an interview he gave to the New Yorker recently. Bryant was bothered that so many black people, including those in the …
NBA: Kobe Bryant unfollows Lakers teammates on Twitter (02/2014): Apparently, Kobe Bryant doesn't want to see what his teammates think on Twitter anymore. The Los Angeles Laker unfollowed all of his teammates on the microblogging site earlier on Friday (Saturday, PHL time).
With Kobe Bryant ailing, Lakers to be absent from All-Star game (01/2014): The Lakers won't be represented on the court during the Feb. 16 All-Star game in New Orleans thanks to a knee injury that will keep Kobe Bryant, left (with Pau Gasol) out of the game.
With no Kobe Bryant, Lakers at Rockets pulled from ESPN broadcast (12/2013): Without Kobe Bryant, the Lakers' visit to Houston to play Dwight Howard and the Rockets on Jan. 8 just doesn't hold the same national appeal.
Mike D’Antoni: Kobe Bryant could return soon (11/2013): Kobe Bryant has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, but he might be back on the court Friday against the Sacramento Kings.
Kobe Bryant to receive $24,363,044 on Friday (10/2013): The All-Star guard gets a balloon payment Nov. 1 as part of his contract. Most players in the NBA receive their salary throughout the year ¿ but then Kobe Bryant is not a typical NBA player.
Adande: Kobe Bryant looks for a little Mariano magic (09/2013): The recovering Lakers star looks to Mariano Rivera and Peyton Manning as examples of vets who came back strong from injuries.
Rehabbing Kobe Bryant Jumps Off A High Dive In Debut Vine Post (08/2013): Kobe Bryant has finally joined Vine, and his first upload is making a real splash. The Lakers' superstar took to the video-sharing site to provide an update on his on-going attempt to comeback from a torn Achilles . It appears his rehab is going swimmingly.
Steve Nash calls Kobe Bryant a 'freak,' but in a good way (07/2013): In an interview with Jim Rome of CBS Sports on Tuesday, Steve Nash called Kobe Bryant a "freak" -- but he meant it in the best possible way. Bryant, who turns 35 on Aug. 23, suffered a torn Achilles' tendon in April.
Kobe Bryant on recovery: 'I can walk without a limp' (06/2013): GRAND RAPIDS (WZZM) - Alana and Jennifer talk about the National Cherry ... Fishing is a popular past-time here in west Michigan and contributes greatly to ...
Kobe Bryant Is the Most Overrated Superstar of All-Time (05/2013): Many regard Kobe Bryant as as top 10 player of all time, but when put up against the facts, does he truly belong in that elite class? Contributor: Brian Rzeppa Published: May 27, 2013
Kobe Bryant wants Lakers to stay together (04/2013): Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant says he wants the team to stay together. / Mark J. Terrill AP El Segundo, Calif. - When it comes to pro athletes who have serious sway within their respective organization, Kobe Bryant might stand alone.
Kobe Bryant Leads Lakers Past Kings, 103-98 (03/2013): Kobe Bryant passed Wilt Chamberlain for fourth place on the NBA's scoring list, then put on one of the best passing performances of his storied career.
Can the Lakers deliver on Kobe Bryant's postseason guarantee? (02/2013): Kobe Bryant guaranteed that the Lakers will make the playoffs, but the odds say otherwise. Just how realistic are their chances? Ben Golliver examines L.A.'s road to the postseason.
Watch Kobe Bryant suggest that if he were a PG, he'd be the best (01/2013): Midway through his 17th season, has Lakers All-Star Kobe Bryant reinvented himself as a point guard?
Lakers' Kobe Bryant enjoys one of most productive stretches of his career (12/2012): Bryant averaged 33.79 points, 5.57 rebounds and 4.64 assists in December. "It's probably the best I've played in a while," he says. Bryant averaged 33.79 points, 5.57 rebounds and 4.64 assists in December. "It's probably the best I've played in a while," he says.
Kobe Bryant's rant is followed by a romp over Nuggets (11/2012): Lakers' star has a tirade at practice Thursday. Then the bench contributes in a big way to 122-103 victory over Denver. Lakers' star has a tirade at practice Thursday. Then the bench contributes in a big way to 122-103 victory over Denver.
NBA roundup: Lakers' Kobe Bryant iffy tonight for opener (10/2012): Kobe Bryant has missed the last week of practice with an injured foot.
Obama talks lot of trash on basketball court, says Kobe Bryant (09/2012): Washington, September 29 (ANI): Kobe Bryant, one of the best players in the NBA who has played some gamed against Barack Obama, couldn't hold back when it came to some harmless trash-talking on the court.
Kobe Bryant – ‘Black Mamba Shall Rise’ (08/2012): Celebrating half a lifetime in the League.
Kobe Bryant in hot water over photos (07/2012): Kobe Bryant finds himself in trouble again with his wife. Vanessa Bryant reportedly was "embarrassed" and...
Kobe Bryant's NBA jersey is most popular (06/2012): NEW YORK – The National Basketball Association (NBA) released its first-ever overall international top selling jerseys list and five-time NBA Champion Kobe Bryant has the most popular NBA jersey internationally.
Kobe Bryant’s Accuser Says Faces Death Threats (05/2012): EAGLE, Colo., 26 March 2004 — A 19-year-old woman who accuses basketball star Kobe Bryant of rape pleaded with a judge yesterday to set a trial date soon, saying she had received hundreds of death threats over the case.
Kobe Bryant scores big by not scoring (04/2012): The Lakers star sits out final game of the regular season, and his willingness to give up a chance at the scoring title should mean a lot to his teammates in the playoffs. After 16 years, I thought it was impossible to be startled by anything Kobe Bryant did with a basketball.
Kobe Bryant's only 3-pointer lifts Lakers (03/2012): Kobe Bryant hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 20 seconds left, after starting the game with 15 straight misses, and the Los...
Kobe Bryant's injury was neck trauma, neurologist says (02/2012): Opinion of Dr. Vern Williams is that the symptoms experienced by the Lakers star after absorbing a hard foul at the All-Star game were more in line with a neck issue than a concussion. Kobe Bryant played against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday.
Sanaa Lathan 'Regrets' Commenting On Kobe Bryant's Racial Preference In Cheating (01/2012): Was She Wrong?
Kobe Bryant (12/2011): Kobe Bryant was selected directly out of high school with the 13th pick in the 1996 NBA draft by the Hornets and then traded to the Lakers and is considered, along with Micheal Jordan, as one of the all time NBA greats in his position of shooting guard.
SHAQUILLE O'NEAL: Kobe Bryant Is 'The Greatest Laker Of All-Time' (11/2011): Shaquille O’Neal’s called former teammate Kobe Bryant a lot of things. “Based on what he’s done, he’s probably the greatest Laker of all time,” O’Neal said. “If he gets another championship, he’ll tie with Kareem. That will put him up there.”
Top 50: Kobe Bryant, no. 3 (10/2011): The definitive ranking of the NBA's best players.
Kobe Bryant Verbally Commits To Play In Italy While NBA Locks Out (09/2011): NFL fans got a real scare that the season was in danger, but all parties involved worked it out. Now the basketball fanatics are receiving the biggest horror scene as the Italian basketball team Virtus Bologna claims they locked up NBA All-star guard Kobe Bryant to a deal.
Kobe Bryant rated NBA's sixth-best player by CBS Sports (08/2011): Kobe Bryant rated NBA's sixth-best player by CBS Sports
NBA star Kobe Bryant: It's great to wear the Barcelona jersey (07/2011): Basketball star Kobe Bryant has expressed his admiration of Barcelona and stated that it's a great feeling for him to have the chance to wear the Catalan giants' jersey.
Kobe Bryant Manila Tour 2011 (06/2011): To all of you basketball fans out there, here's your chance to see the Lakers' main man next month. NBA superstar Kobe Bryant will be returning to Manila, Philippines for the third time on July 13 to kick off his 5-city Nike tour.
Remembering A Different Kobe Bryant (05/2011): By Joseph Santoliquito/CBS Philly Los Angeles (CBS)–Long before Kobe Bryant was an NBA megastar, he was a high school megastar at Lower Merion in Ardmore, Pa. It was there where CBSPhilly’s Joseph Santoliquito was first introduced [...]
Kobe Bryant is building his own myth (04/2011): Something funny happened to Kobe Bryant this summer: He became the dude you cheer for.
Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant, others support Sacramento Kings to Orange Count (03/2011): Many believe that Orange County can support the Kings if they were to move from Sacramento.
Kobe Bryant, First Athlete to Get Walk of Fame (02/2011): Accompanied by wife Vanessa and their two daughters, the basketball player said he thought the moment would never occur.
Kobe Bryant to star in ‘The Black Mamba’ (01/2011): Basketball superstar Kobe Bryant has been cast by director Robert Rodriguez along with Bruce Willis and Danny Trejo to star in an upcoming film entitled "The Black Mamba."