In 1997, Kobe Bryant won the NBA All-Star Dunk Contest as a rookie. However, the fact that young Mamba didn't even have to use his best dunk to win the contest is more impressive than becoming the ...

Talent and Pressure Under Analysis. Kobe Bryant represents an era and a mindset in basketball that few can replicate. His influence transc ...

One of Kobe Bryant's wildest sneaker designs is officially set for a comeback. After rumors surfaced in June of a Nike Kobe 8 ...

It was at the league's fiftieth anniversary celebration that Kobe Bryant first served notice, capturing the weekend's showcase event with an array of exciting jams.

Howard and Bryant crossed paths plenty more times after that infamous dunk. The pair famously went toe-to-toe in the NBA Finals in 2009 - With Kobe's Lakers winning in five games. They then became ...

Dwight Howard recalled how difficult it was to transition from a superstar to a role player after joining the Lakers.

Kobe Bean Bryant is born in Philadelphia ... After becoming the youngest ever Slam Dunk Contest winner in 1997, Bryant goes on to play in the All-Star game a year later to become the youngest ...