LaVar Ball has once again stirred controversy with a bold claim about Kobe Bryant's legacy, drawing sharp reactions across the NBA community. The remarks follow earlier comments

Former Lakers draft pick Larry Nance Jr. recently spoke on the key differences between LeBron James and Kobe Bryant.

LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Lakers woreKobe Bryant-themed socks in Sunday's shocking 112-95 win over the Golden State Warriors, marking the first time that an NBA team has ever worn a piece of equipment to honor a current player. "How about that?

Like Obama, Bryant grew up watching Jordan, Pippen, and Barkley wreak havoc on the NBA. Then, in 1992 in Barcelona, they made history as the most famous team to ever participate in the Olympics. Kobe was a diligent student of the game, closely studying the tactics and techniques of his idols.

NBA legend Paul Pierce recently made a claim about Kobe Bryant’s career. Boston Celtics legend and 2008 NBA champion Paul Pierce made headlines for claiming that late LA Lakers icon Kobe Bryant was never the face of the league.

With his rich stash of individual awards and team accolades, Kobe Bryant became one of the most recognizable basketball players on the planet.