The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

Philly Still Loves Him

Though Kobe was born in Philadelphia, his hometown fans took a disliking to him after he said "the Lakers were coming to Philly to cut the 76ers' hearts out" before a game back in 2001. He obviously had no ill intent behind the comment and has since been forgiven. It was all in the name of healthy competition.

The More You Know

Only one NFL team has a plant for a logo.
Virginia is the only state that has the same state flower and state tree, the Dogwood.
The first pieces of gold at Fort Knox arrived by mail.
The word "kimono" means "a thing to wear."

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.