Remembering Kobe Bryant: 14 of the NBA Icon’s Defining Moments

Kobe Bryant produced one of the most illustrious careers in the history of sports, and before his tragic death in a Calabasas, Calif., helicopter crash one year ago, the basketball icon was shaping up to have an equally as incredible second act. His on-court accomplishments are nothing short of legendary, a list that includes winning five NBA championships, earning NBA MVP honors and scoring 81 points in a game. Off the court, the Black Mamba was an Academy Award winner and created an acclaimed analysis program alongside ESPN, among several other achievements. Since it’s difficult to identify a specific moment that defined his legacy with more than 20 years in the spotlight, FN looks back at several of the great things the beloved athlete achieved. 1996: NBA Draft The product of Lower Merion High School in Pennsylvania bypassed college and went straight to the NBA, getting selected No. 13 overall by the Charlotte Hornets. He was then traded on draft day to the Los Angeles Lakers for veteran Vlade Divac. 1997: NBA Slam Dunk Contest Champion With the Adidas EQT Elevation laced up, the baller faced off against Michael Finley, Ray Allen and others to earn the NBA Slam Dunk Contest win. 1997: The Debut of the Adidas

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