Happy Birthday Kobe Bryant!

Today and everyday we remember Kobe Bryant!

Why?

Because he along with his daughter Gianna Bryant were killed in a helicopter crash in January!

But we remember the Small Forward and Shooting Guard today especially!

Why?

Because today is his birthday!

Kobe Bryant was drafted in the first round of the 1996 NBA Draft in the first round and 13th overall pick out of Lower Merion High School in Philadelphia. “according to an article by Zach Harper on cbsports.com

By who?

The Charlotte Hornets!

However,

Kobe Bryant didn’t begin his career with the Charlotte Hornets!

Why?

Because the Charlotte Hornets traded the Shooting Guard and Small Forward on draft night!

To who?

The Los Angeles Lakers!

For who?

Vlade Divac. 

“according to an article by Zach Harper!

During his career with the Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant was an 18x All Star , 2x Scoring Champion , 5x NBA Champion , 15x All NBA , 12x - All Defensive , 1996-1997 All Rookie , 4x All Star Most Valuable Player, 2x Finals Most Valuable Player, 2007-2008 Most Valuable Player! “according to https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/b/bryanko01.html