The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

The Best Defense In The Game

Bryant was named to the NBA's all-defensive team 12 times, second to only Tim Duncan's 15. Watching Kobe play defense live at a game was unlike watching any other player. He passed on his competitive sportsmanship to his whole team, which made the Lakers an unbeatable force.

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When Boris Yeltsin met President Clinton in 1995, his first question was "Do you think O.J. did it?"

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.