New York Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony was one of many in the basketball world who paid tribute to the late Kobe Bryant on the five-year anniversary of the latt

Elle Duncan tells the story of when she met Kobe Bryant and how he told her he loved being the father of daughters. Snoop Dogg raps a tribute to honor the late Kobe Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash in January. The biggest names in women's hoops reflect on Kobe Bryant's determination to shine a light on their sport.

Bryant stepped off the court in a Lakers jersey for the final time the following year. He scored 60 points in his finale and finished his career with 33,643 points. He ranks fourth all-time in scoring, behind LeBron James (41,396), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (38,387) and Karl Malone (36,928).

Scoot Henderson had 23 points, seven assists and five rebounds in the Portland Trail Blazers' 119-90 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday night.

When it comes to basketball legends, Kobe Bryant's name sparks immediate reverence. Known for his relentless drive and iconic "Mamba Mentality," Kobe didn't just play basketball-he

The Nike sneakers Kobe Bryant wore during one of the most iconic moments of his career are up for grabs … and TMZ Sports has learned the one-of-a-kind piece of memorabilia could go for more

Bryant spent his entire 20-year NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he won five championships and earned 11 first-team All-NBA inclusions. He was also an 18-time NBA All-Star, two-time Finals MVP and ranks fourth on the NBA’s all-time scoring list ( 33,643 ).

The Portland Trail Blazers outscore the Rockets 17-0 for a 113-96 victory ... thanks to a 34-17 dismantling of the Denver Broncos in the AFC title game. 2006 — Kobe Bryant scores a staggering 81 points — the second-highest total in NBA history ...

Sunday marks the fifth anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Kobe ... in 1962. Bryant also scored 65 points in a single game against the Portland Trail Blazers ...

HOUSTON — "That was my first game-winner! I feel like Kobe," said 21-year-old Amen Thompson in a quote circulating among Houston sports fans. During Monday night's game against the Celtics, Thompson scored a career-high 33 points on 13-of-19 shooting. The game itself had a playoff atmosphere for several reasons.

The Slam Dunk Contest used to have huge names in the NBA competing to showcase their elite athleticism. Whether it’s Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Vince Carter, Blake Griffin, Dwight Howard, or Kobe Bryant,

Andre Iguodala was NBA Finals MVP in 2015 and becomes the 7th player in team history to have his jersey retired.