“Nothing to do with you young fella!” Draymond Green recalls favorite memory of COLD Kobe Bryant moment 

Kobe Bryant was undoubtedly one of the greatest players to have ever graced the world of NBA with his presence.

“Nothing to do with you young fella!” Draymond Green recalls favorite memory of COLD Kobe Bryant moment 

Draymond Green trying his best to defend Kobe Bryant (AP)

In a recent episode of the Draymond Green Show on YouTube, following the unveiling of the Kobe Bryant statue, Green took a moment to reflect on the legacy of the Black Mamba, sharing an intimate and personal anecdote that captured the essence of Kobe’s competitive spirit.

Among the many moments from Kobe’s storied career, Green’s favorite is not the legend’s 81-point game or even a game-winner. His favorite memory of Kobe Bryant is a personal interaction that epitomized Kobe’s competitive nature and his impact on Green’s career.

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Draymond Green recalls on The Draymond Green Show:

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For me personally my all-time favorite Kobe moment was when I got a stop on kobe he slapped me on the leg. I'm like "Yeah!!!" He said, that ain't have nothing to do with you young fella. I just missed the game-winning shot.

Green shared his admiration for Kobe Bryant, particularly the era when Bryant wore number 8. This period resonated deeply with Draymond, reminding him of his childhood and the awe-inspiring moments of watching Kobe dominate the court alongside his favorite player ever, Shaquille O’Neal.

Green’s fondness for Kobe’s number 8 era blends nostalgia with admiration for the former’s bold game approach. Kobe’s youth, iconic afro and dynamic duo with Shaq yielded three straight NBA championships.

Lakers unveil first of three statues in honor of The Black Mamba

On February 8, 2024, the Los Angeles Lakers celebrated a historic moment with a tribute to Kobe Bryant. At the Crypto.com Arena, they unveiled a 19-foot bronze statue of Bryant, weighing 4,000 pounds. This date was chosen as it has both Bryant and his daughter Gianna’s jersey numbers. It created a moving remembrance for fans, Bryant’s family, and basketball enthusiasts worldwide.

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The late Kobe Bryant’s statue unveiled (ESPN)

During the ceremony, Vanessa Bryant revealed that the statue, featuring Kobe in his No. 8 jersey, is the first of three tributes. The event included speeches from Phil Jackson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Derek Fisher.

The statue, a symbol of Bryant’s legacy, features a QR code for fans to relive his legendary 81-point game. The announcement of two more statues, one in his No. 24 jersey and another honoring Gianna, highlights the Bryant family’s lasting influence on basketball and society. This gesture promises to cement Bryant’s legacy as a cornerstone of basketball history.

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