Tag: Kobe Bryant

Edwards Adds Post Game in Kobe-MJ Inspired Push

Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
September 2025

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is working to add a post-up and midrange game, inspired by Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, aiming for more consistency in big games. Despite back-to-back Western Conference Finals runs, he remains inconsistent in playoff scoring. Edwards has studied Jordan and Bryant tapes, seeking to integrate fadeaways and mid-post scoring into his arsenal. His 27.6 points per game dipped in the postseason, with poor midrange accuracy. Developing new dimensions could elevate him from All-Star to genuine franchise superstar.

Jordan & Bryant Card Shatters Sports Card Record

Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Heritage Auctions
August 2025

A rare Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant dual-signed 2007-08 Upper Deck Logoman card sold for $12.932 million, breaking the all-time sports card record. The 1-of-1 surpassed the previous $12.6m sale of a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle card.
Purchased by investors Kevin O’Leary, Matt Allen, and Paul Warshaw, the card’s authenticity and unique provenance fueled the staggering price. Despite a PSA 6 grade, rarity and verified signatures outweighed condition, marking it the second-most valuable sports collectible behind Babe Ruth’s 1932 jersey.

Lakers to Honor Pat Riley with Statue Ceremony

Pat Riley (Los Angeles Lakers)
August 2025

The Los Angeles Lakers will unveil a statue of legendary coach Pat Riley outside their arena before facing the Boston Celtics. Riley, who won four NBA titles during the Showtime era, joins Magic Johnson, Kobe Bryant, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Riley coached the Lakers to a 533-194 record and five 60-win seasons, shaping NBA history with fast-break dominance. Now president of Miami Heat, he remains one of basketball’s most influential figures. The tribute cements his legacy alongside other Lakers greats.

Kobe Bryant Rookie Jersey Sells for $7M, Sets New Record for Bryant Memorabilia

Kobe Bryant (Los Angeles Lakers)
April 2025 (Auction held Thursday)

A jersey worn by Kobe Bryant during his 1996-97 rookie season sold for $7 million at Sotheby’s, breaking the record for any Bryant collectible.
The jersey was photo-matched to seven games including his NBA debut. It surpassed the $5.8M record set by his 2007-08 MVP season jersey and is now the fourth-most-expensive game-worn jersey ever sold.

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