The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

He Almost Played With The Hornets

In 1996, Kobe was originally drafted to the Charlotte Hornets as the 13th draw in the first-round NBA draft. However, just two weeks after the pick was announced, Charlotte traded him to the Lakers in exchange for Vlade Divac in a pre-determined deal. The Hornets are probably sorry they did that now.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.