In NBA history, there are illustrious moments between legends, and between Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, there are special scenes recorded in basketball history. Below are 10 top moments between these two legends.
1. When “Air Jordan” met “Black Mamba”: :extract_cover():upscale()/2020/05/05/923/n/1922729/41b6772c170aba37_GettyImages-51642592.jpg)
The first match between the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers, where Jordan and Bryant faced off face-to-face on the court. The tension and rivalry between the two legends left a strong impression.
2.1998 All-Star Game: 
Jordan and Bryant were teammates on the East team at the All-Star Game. The two stars cooperated cleverly, creating unlikely teammates, captivating fans.
3.Bryant wins first championship: 
When the Lakers defeated the Indiana Pacers in 2000, Kobe Bryant won his first NBA championship. Michael Jordan witnessed the growth of “Black Mamba” and shared his joy.
4.Last game in Washington: 
Bryant and Jordan faced off for the last time when Kobe Bryant played for the Washington Wizards and Jordan retired. An emotional farewell between two legends.
5.Jordan talked about Bryant at the Hall of Fame: 
During Kobe Bryant’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Michael Jordan gave a speech thanking and honoring his former teammate, while also sharing about his friendship and respect for “Black Mamba”.
6.Kobe surpasses Jordan in scoring: Bryant surpasses Jordan in total career points scored, becoming number two behind LeBron James. Inheritance and transcendence of an icon.
7.Jordan helping Bryant:
After Bryant won his first championship, Jordan shared advice and encouragement, setting Bryant on his path.
8.Bryant inherited shirt number 23: 
After Michael Jordan retired for the second time, Kobe Bryant decided to wear his shirt number 23, an act that seemed to be the inheritance of spirit and tradition.
9.”One on One” Match at Dream Team Camp: 
During a Dream Team training camp, Jordan and Bryant were selected to do a “One on One” match. The confrontation between two golden generations of basketball left a strong impression.
10.When Jordan talked about Bryant as a “little brother”:
In many interviews, Michael Jordan often referred to Kobe Bryant as his “little brother”, showing the deep affection between these two legends.
These moments are not just events on the football field, but also great marks in the history and soul of basketball fans.