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.

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

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

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.

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.

Magic Johnson still remembers the 1998 All-Star Game when Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant went head-to-head and greatness was quietly passed on.

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.