Koolaid_Man
05-12-2010, 06:58 AM
One of the realest articles you will ever read....:toast
The truth is, according to one close confidant of No. 24, Kobe Bryant is eager to face LeBron James in this year’s NBA Finals and would like nothing more than to disprove all his critics.
Kobe isn’t pursuing some type of global empire nor does he seek to become an international basketball icon. Kobe doesn’t want to be the next Jordan, nor does he want to be acknowledged by Jordan.
“I don’t want to be the next Michael Jordan, I only want to be Kobe Bryant.”
Rather, all Kobe is concerned with is establishing his legacy alongside the greats by accumulating as many NBA titles as possible. Kobe is seeking a personal legacy that will cement his place in NBA history as one of the greatest basketball players to have ever lived.
While LeBron spent his summer visiting New York music moguls and furthering his international brand via clothing and shoe chains, Kobe spent days in Houston refining his game by learning new post moves from one of basketball’s all-time big men in Hakeem Olajuwon.
While LeBron throws his powder dust in jest and entertains himself in group photo antics, Kobe has separated himself from the pack by cultivating his inner cold-blooded assassin, which explains his silent, emotionless demeanor during pre-game introductions.
While LeBron James continues his feeble aspiration of becoming a global icon, Kobe Bryant is establishing himself alongside Michael Jordan and Bill Russell as one of the best players in the game, with rings to show for it.
While LeBron masks his jersey switch from Jordan’s No. 23 to No. 6 in a cynical attempt to give tribute to Michael Jordan, Kobe continues to build up an impressive resume of NBA titles to destroy the 6-title legacy that Jordan has built.
In fact, as Kobe arduously battles through sprained ankles, broken fingers, and a strained back in his pursuit to challenge Jordan’s legacy, LeBron has continued to reach out to Jordan in an attempt to receive his ‘Airness’ blessing.
“He’s always looked for that approval from Michael,” one Jordan associate says, “and I don’t know that he’s ever really gotten it—or ever will.”
As Adrian Wojnarowski explains straightforwardly, “Jordan’s interaction with LeBron and Kobe mostly stems from professional courtesy. Jordan is still protective of his legacy as the greatest player ever, and he’s never been terribly motivated to lend a hand in the overtaking of that.”
Rest of the story:
http://www.onlinebasketballbetting.net/kobe-wants-lebron-in-the-2010-nba-finals-eager-to-disprove-critics/
The truth is, according to one close confidant of No. 24, Kobe Bryant is eager to face LeBron James in this year’s NBA Finals and would like nothing more than to disprove all his critics.
Kobe isn’t pursuing some type of global empire nor does he seek to become an international basketball icon. Kobe doesn’t want to be the next Jordan, nor does he want to be acknowledged by Jordan.
“I don’t want to be the next Michael Jordan, I only want to be Kobe Bryant.”
Rather, all Kobe is concerned with is establishing his legacy alongside the greats by accumulating as many NBA titles as possible. Kobe is seeking a personal legacy that will cement his place in NBA history as one of the greatest basketball players to have ever lived.
While LeBron spent his summer visiting New York music moguls and furthering his international brand via clothing and shoe chains, Kobe spent days in Houston refining his game by learning new post moves from one of basketball’s all-time big men in Hakeem Olajuwon.
While LeBron throws his powder dust in jest and entertains himself in group photo antics, Kobe has separated himself from the pack by cultivating his inner cold-blooded assassin, which explains his silent, emotionless demeanor during pre-game introductions.
While LeBron James continues his feeble aspiration of becoming a global icon, Kobe Bryant is establishing himself alongside Michael Jordan and Bill Russell as one of the best players in the game, with rings to show for it.
While LeBron masks his jersey switch from Jordan’s No. 23 to No. 6 in a cynical attempt to give tribute to Michael Jordan, Kobe continues to build up an impressive resume of NBA titles to destroy the 6-title legacy that Jordan has built.
In fact, as Kobe arduously battles through sprained ankles, broken fingers, and a strained back in his pursuit to challenge Jordan’s legacy, LeBron has continued to reach out to Jordan in an attempt to receive his ‘Airness’ blessing.
“He’s always looked for that approval from Michael,” one Jordan associate says, “and I don’t know that he’s ever really gotten it—or ever will.”
As Adrian Wojnarowski explains straightforwardly, “Jordan’s interaction with LeBron and Kobe mostly stems from professional courtesy. Jordan is still protective of his legacy as the greatest player ever, and he’s never been terribly motivated to lend a hand in the overtaking of that.”
Rest of the story:
http://www.onlinebasketballbetting.net/kobe-wants-lebron-in-the-2010-nba-finals-eager-to-disprove-critics/