The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

A Legacy

Kobe followed in his father's footsteps when he picked up basketball. His dad, Joe "Jellybean" Bryant was a professional player and ran with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Clippers, and the Rockets for eight years. Then, he moved his family to Europe and played in the Italian leagues for seven years.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.