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Bryant was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame along with contemporaries Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan on May 15, 2021, though the night was bittersweet.
When was Kobe inducted into Hof? ›
In his first year of Hall of Fame eligibility, Bryant was named a finalist for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and was elected in April 2020, just months following his tragic death. On May 15, 2021, Bryant was posthumously inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
What day was Kobe drafted to the Lakers? ›
The day before the draft, the Lakers agreed to deal Divac to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for the 13th overall pick and on June 26, that pick was used to take Kobe Bryant.
Is Kobe already in the Hall of Fame? ›
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Even after his death, his legacy remains throughout every region worldwide. Now, Kobe is a part of two different Halls of Fame, the Basketball Hall of Fame and the Orange County Hall of Fame, the place he called home for over a decade, per CBS KCAL News.
When did Kobe get into the Lakers? ›
This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Officially Acquired From Hornets. On July 11, 1996, the Los Angeles Lakers officially completed a trade with the Charlotte Hornets to acquire the late great Kobe Bryant.
Who was Kobe's best teammate? ›
1. Shaquille O'Neal. Although Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant had one of the most heated teammate feuds in NBA history, there is no doubt that O'Neal is the greatest player that Bryant has ever played with based on his contributions to the Lakers.
Who was the first person in the NBA Hall of Fame? ›
As part of the inaugural class of 1959, four players were inducted, including George Mikan, who was the first NBA player to be enshrined.
Is Kobe Bryant in the Walk of Fame? ›
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Legendary late Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Fame shooting guard Kobe Bryant was the first-ever athlete to have his hand- and footprints cast into concrete at Hollywood's historic TCL Chinese Theater along the Hollywood Walk of Fame in February 2011.
Who was picked ahead of Kobe Bryant? ›
Draft selections
| Round | Pick | Player |
|---|
| 1 | 12 | Vitaly Potapenko |
| 1 | 13 | Kobe Bryant^ |
| 1 | 14 | Peja Stojaković* |
| 1 | 15 | Steve Nash^ |
54 more rowsWest, already in the Hall of Fame twice — once as a player and once as a member of the 1960 USA Olympic team that won gold — will be honored as a contributor for his time in NBA front offices.
Bryant was born on August 23, 1978, in Philadelphia, the youngest of three children and the only son of Pamela Cox Bryant and former NBA player Joe Bryant. He was also the maternal nephew of NBA player John "Chubby" Cox. His parents named him after the famous beef of Kobe, Japan, which they saw on a restaurant menu.
What year was the best Lakers with Kobe? ›
In the 2007-2008 season, Kobe became the eighth Laker to be named NBA MVP. Over the course of an 82-game season, Kobe led the league with a 28.3 points per game average. He scored 30 points or more 36 times. He scored 40 points or more seven times.
How tall was Kobe Bryant at 16? ›
Kobe was 6'3" at 16.
When did Michael Jordan become a Hall of Famer? ›
Jordan was twice inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, once in 2009 for his individual career, and again in 2010 as part of the 1992 United States men's Olympic basketball team ("The Dream Team").
When did Allen Iverson get in the Hall of Fame? ›
He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016. In October 2021, he was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team. Iverson is regarded as one of the game's greatest scorers, ball handlers, guards, and one of the most influential athletes in American sports.
Is Steph Curry a hof? ›
Curry won his maiden finals MVP as well. That cemented his spot among the all-time greats and elevated his Hall of Fame status.
Is Charles Barkley in the Hall of Fame? ›
In his almost 25 years on the network, Barkley won four Sports Emmys and was inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame.
