Since 1996 when the guy first stepped into the league out of high school Kobe Bryant has been one of the most polarizing players of all-time.Late game clutch jumpers, the scowl, the split between Shaq, back to back to back championships, and the scandal in Colorado.
There are so many different story lines to think about when you think about his career.
One thing that can not be denied is the 5 NBA championships he won.
FIVE.
That is more than enough to cement your place in history forever and see the number 8 Laker jersey hanging from the rafters inside the Staples Center.
It will be debated until the end of time where he should be placed among the game's greats but he is for certain in the conversation.
For almost 20 years now he has averaged 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. That is greatness and longevity at its finest.
I was never a big Kobe fan personally but it is hard not respect what he has done in the league over the course of his career. Winning 3 championships in a row with Shaq was one of the most dominant runs in basketball history and people will always wonder what could have been if they did not split up.
The most memorable moment, above all the championships, might be the "81" game. When Mr. Bryant put up 81 points in Toronto, the second most in NBA history.
He will be missed greatly and his pure will to win is something that hasn't been seen since Michael Jordan was in a Bulls uniform.
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