“I just got off a helicopter, you came off a bus…” Kobe Bryant’s unfiltered trash talk REVEALED by ex-rival Sebastian Telfair

Kobe Bryant's infamous trash-talking has led to a range of hilarious stories over the years.

“I just got off a helicopter, you came off a bus…” Kobe Bryant’s unfiltered trash talk REVEALED by ex-rival Sebastian Telfair

Kobe Bryant (Via SI)

Conversations about NBA Greats remain pointless if the name Kobe Bryant is not included. An iconic figure in the world of basketball and a mentor to millions, Kobe Bryant has left an indelible mark not only as a player but also as a human being.

From jaw-dropping highlights to an unparalleled work ethic, his legacy will etched in the books of the NBA forever. However, there is a known side of Kobe that his opponents were a big victim of. Trash Talking. And Sebastian Telfair was one of them.

In a recent interview for Vlad TV, Telfair revealed a story where Kobe absolutely broke him during his playing days. During gym time, Kobe Bryant, who himself was a big fan of trash-talking, had a few words for the point guard, leaving him absolutely baffled.

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When Kobe started off saying that no one could guard him, Sebastian wanted to know what made him say that. That’s when Kobe replied:

When the ball come here and hit my hand, I know... I just got off a helicopter, you got off a bus. It's a bucket.

And there are countless stories of Kobe Bryant and his trash-talking antics and Sebastian gave yet another example. There was no denying the “Mamba Mentality” and getting things done – by hook or crook.

Fans react to the interview of Sebastian Telfair

After the interview dropped, the internet was quick to respond. As fans from the NBA found the now-viral video, they couldn’t help but give their opinions and comment on it.

Kobe Bryant (Via Toronto Star)
Kobe Bryant (Via Toronto Star)

Fans from all around the world had a range of reactions to the story.

While there may be more infamous stories about the late Kobe Bryant, new ones seem to pop ou every now and then. Kobe’s incredible drive and the overall mamba mentality continues to inspire people across generations, something which can be expected to continue in the near future.

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