Kobe Bryant’s Rare 2000-01 Eruption in Cleveland, 47 Pts Without Shaq | Full Highlights

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Kobe Bryant
Hidden Gem Full Highlights (Rare)
LA Lakers vs Cleveland Cavaliers
January 30, 2001
Gund Arena
- 47 pts, 5r, 3a, 3s, 1b / 12-26 fg, 23-26 ft
Kobe entered the night averaging 29.4 ppg on 47-32-86 (%) through 2000-01’s first 42 games. This matchup with Cleveland was the 2nd amidst a 6 game span in which Shaq was nursing an injured foot. Kobe was therefore tasked with playing much more aggressively on offense. He proceeded to post 34.3p, 9r and 4a during the stretch. The Lakers went 4-2, including wins over the playoff bound Kings and Suns.
Personally, the Shaq-less Kobe games are quite intriguing. For those who’ve been following my videos and their descriptions, I need not explain once again Kobe’s ‘03 leap. But from 2000-02 Shaquille was recognizably and understandably the focal point amidst the triangle. When Shaq wasn’t healthy, Kobe was given the opportunity to showcase more of his ability. Kobe played 214 out a possible 246 games over the 2000, ‘01 and ‘02 seasons. In 25 of those 214 games, Shaq did not play. With the help of basketballreference and statmuse, I was able to calculate Kobe’s averages for those games. Also shown are his accumulative numbers over the course of those 3 years:
(w/ Shaq) (No Shaq) (Total)
189 games 25 games 214 games
24.9 ppg 29.7 ppg 25.4 ppg
5.7 rpg 7.0 rpg 5.9 rpg
5.1 apg 5.4 apg 5.1 apg
47.2% fg 44.0% fg 46.7% fg
83.7% ft 82.8% ft 83.5% ft
Thats the sacrifice right there. The numbers are indicative of the value Kobe placed on winning relative to chasing individual prestige. As much as he wanted to prove himself superior to the rest of basketball, the importance of winning long term edged that out. Average 30 a night and bid for a scoring title annually, or put up 23-28-25 a game while accepting a more balanced role within a team oriented system designed for championship contention?
This goes for the later years as well (2008-10). After posting 35.4 and 31.6, along with the numerous absolutely absurd short-term feats obtained during those 2 seasons, was there any doubt regarding what Kobe was capable of? But the time to rack up numbers and challenge records had passed. It was time to win. 32-35 ppg suggests lack of support. Average that and get bounced in the 1st round with Kwame and Smush? Or average 27 with Pau, Fish, Bynum, Lamar, Ariza/Ron at your side and reach 3 straight NBA finals? Huge scoring outputs suggest too much weight on one’s shoulders. The weight Kobe wanted is presented on opening night and rests on one’s finger.
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[@melvinhhcp3615]

This 2000-2001 version of Kobe was the rawest besides the 2003-2004 version of him. He was a complete animal on both sides of the ball. Nobody remembers how potent his game was when Shaq fouled out or was injured. Only a few of us who actually saw it in real time KNOW.

[@afterthought6889]

I thought he was at his best in 02-03

[@spongetheking7102]

T Rho me I feel like he was at his best in the 05-06 season

[@afterthought6889]

@@spongetheking7102 i can't disagree with that. I just feel like 02-03 is when peak athleticism intersected peak skills. He said everything after 02-03 was fine tuning.

[@spongetheking7102]

T Rho good point that was probably his peak in athleticism Either 03 or 01 but in 06 was in my opinion kobe at his best in overall skill and what he did in 06 was ridiculous in 03 he was at his best in passing rebounding athleticism arguably and defense so 03 was his best all around game but 06 kobe had more scoring leadership and 06 kobe was a better rim protector basically 06 kobe didn’t rely on anyone unlike 03 at times and 06 was a little better from three because 06 did attempt more threes and made harder threes and made more threes so yeah 03 has a strong case and I don’t disagree but I kinda do at the same time but 03 has a strong case and I respect your opinion

[@PierreLarquey]

@@spongetheking7102 thanks for establishing the truth.

[@sonnyliston9376]

00-01 was my favorite Kobe. Kobe was such an animal he legit came into this season thinking Phil was gonna hand him the reins for this season since Shaq was the number 1 option the year before. Nobody had more confidence than this 22yr old kid

[@dcshow]

Well said

[@onepiece6529]

Could have easily avg 30ppg

[@jamalabdelbaset6635]

Well, I think Kobe was the only guy who entered training camp that year ready for the season. Seemed like the rest of The Lakers were on cruise control.

[@kobefan124]

Wow this one is super rare. Good looks with all these gems!!

[@dcshow]

I appreciate that 🙏 been subscribed and watched alot of your vids over the years, im grateful to be recognized by you

[@JIX9ISLER1986]

Kobe Bryant averaged 27.7 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.8 assists in 642 games without Shaquille O'Neal in his career. 61.8% win percentage

[@DeryckRimsonMusic]

People never bring up that 2001 season. He was literally playing his best basketball at 23 years old. If he didn't have that ankle injury he could of won scoring title that year.

[@Tonyoung55]

he was 21 at this time in his career bro

[@ChandlerMillers]

@@Tonyoung55 22*

[@Tonyoung55]

@@ChandlerMillers Your right

[@ernestboykin3rd706]

Beans was 22 during the 2000-01 season y'all Rip KB

[@WallTrapMedia]

07-08 Kobe, 2002-03 Kobe, 1997-98 Kobe, 2004-05, 2005-06 Kobe, 99-00 Kobe are all iterations of him that I loved but none more than 00-01 Kobe. I remember being like 17 years old, and my fav player was Iverson at the time but Kobe's game was so nice that I used to mimic his moves back then. The scissor dribbles, the 1-2 dribble pull-up to a pump fake until your man jumps, the in-between the legs dribble into a spin move on the break, etc...I wish he never cut the afro off! LOL I loved #24 with Nike, he was a viper, totally lethal, and a straight-up killer with more moves than even Jordan(on the ground) but #8 Afro Kobe with the Adidas just had a crazy swagger.

[@mase3039]

3:08 In 2021, after Kobe shakes this first defender it’s a complete open lane because most likely he’s surrounded by shooters. Comparing Harden or anyone to Kobe makes no sense considering the difference in eras. Kobe now would be even more lethal

[@dailyoptions7832]

Dunno about what you guys think... Kobe was most focused, athletic, creative and winning hungry in 2000-2001 season.....

[@eddienguyen3852]

This version kb going to the hole with physical defense double team on him for almost the whole game and still getting 47!!! Lord have mercy with this era of today nba with this man !

[@chitownkidd33]

00-01 Kobe put up 48 and 16 vs the Kings in game 4, then 45 and 10 vs the Spurs in game 1. Those are 2 of my favorite games.

[@stephcurrytheg.o.a.t]

My favorite games of his

[@yoitsSmitty2004]

Facts along with the 36pts in game 3 vs sas that year

[@TRJ2241987]

Game 3 of the Spurs was REALLY sick.....that reverse slam.....I've still never seen an ass kicking like that against the best team in the league

[@Sheboygan.]

Incredible description! I appreciate fans like you who really study the game and put the numbers into perspective. Fans and media outlets live and die by stats these days, but they rarely consider the circumstances around the stats. So they reach the wrong conclusions and talk down on Kobe and other players. The work you're doing is desperately needed, keep going!

[@dcshow]

Thanks very much, your comment means alot. And i agree with your assertion regarding media and kobe. Statistics at the surface level are misleading. I try to ask myself “why” and “how” the numbers came to be. Gotta dig deeper to find uncover the truth.

[@Sheboygan.]

@@dcshow absolutely! Much respect to you.

[@jeyjeysanmiguel5658]

Kobe's afro days was very amazing!! He's move & posture are awesome in my eyes. He's like a professional streetballer with a superb crossover dribble.

[@jaymoney6233]

Great description!!!Just debated with someone about how good and underrated Kobe's handles were!!His early years they were very street ball-ish, that was the Philadelphia in him 😁

[@cadroy]

now this is extremely rare,thanks! RIP Kobe and Gigi.

[@dsp_91]

Very ironically 5 years to the exact date, he also went 23-for-26 from the foul line in a road game against the Knicks on 7 shot makes

[@dcshow]

What Kobe game should I do next??

[@jaymoney6233]

Do you have Kobe's 39 point revenge game vs Wizards @Washington 2006-07 after Gilbert hit 60??I don't see it anywhere on KZbin

[@vararainturner2578]

All of the 2000 2001 season!

[@dcshow]

Jay Money i will check for it and if yes I’ll add that to my list no doubt

[@mattjohnson6606]

There was a game against Sacramento in 2001 when Kobe hit a game tying 3 to force overtime, and then the Lakers won in OT. That would be a good one. It's quite rare.

[@dcshow]

vararain turner got you 👌

[@A.Hill2324]

Now this is a rare highlight 💯💪

[@stirptv0824]

GEM indeed!

[@kennethbryanabaigar8799]

If i am not mistaken this is a 23 year old kobe. OMG how is that possible for a 23 year old to play like that. Insane!! #youngmamba

[@mikelltamerro179]

22. And, yes. This is the year Kobe just said fuck it. He scaled his game back the year b4 and won a title. This was the year Kobe officially went nuclear.

[@mstunny3575]

22

[@Chronz]

@@mikelltamerro179 he wasn't playing team ball and the team went back to their championship ways once Kobe got injured and was forced to watch the team succeed without him. This stretch humbled Kobe, its literally mentioned in the championship DVD

[@georgeperez9428]

Goat

[@LoScrila84]

Kobe was just so far ahead of all the other players skill wise and IQ

[@918cam]

No way this cavs team was stopping Kobe especially in 01

[@chriswalls5831]

I remember the Cavs back in the late 90s Dougherty, Nance, hill,

[@ArmandoKozomara]

Thank you for these rare Kobe highlights ! In high quality 😍

[@dcshow]

No prob, much appreciated 🙏

[@ia2232]

I’m loving memory, may Allah grant kobe jannah and forgive us all 😢

[@domo_3532]

Keep up good work! R.I.P Kobe

[@h-k7804]

He was one of the most athletic players in nba history. He has an incredible body control and first step which makes him able to get to the rim at will.

[@youngsain3]

Absolutely amazing. Love your channel bro

[@dcshow]

Much appreciated man 🙏

[@Maxjuliann]

I would say this version of Kobe is the 2nd best Two way player of all time behind 1988 Jordan who averaged 35 winning DPOY

[@TheMLGToddC]

Omg bro I love you.... doesn’t matter what game you do next!! Make sure it’s a rare one !!! Love you bro

[@dcshow]

Much appreciated man 🙏

[@marlowelocke3737]

U the goat 🐐 for this bro never been able to find this game

[@dcshow]

Got you 👌

[@prodbyecho_]

3:00 Kobe 1 vs 5, goat

[@tremain7056]

Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant and Robert “Tractor” Traylor 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@tonymcneil2353]

..and still #KB24EVER

[@highwayjay7797]

Kobe was working them mfs 😂

[@kendalledwards6330]

Lol damn this on my bday to 😂when the next bids comin bro ?

[@bettyjeanstokes360]

Hey! Thank Dom Carter for sharing with us. We are enjoying this game. Thank you, it isn't every day that we get to see Kobe and Shaq play. Thank you for the memories.

[@dcshow]

You’re welcome, i appreciate your kind words 🙏

[@JE0mudumefru]

Aye Jeff Teague watch more basketball. No way James Harden is doing this

[@kobejordanakatonytonytony]

MAMBA DAY

[@superdave6845]

Dang hack a Kobe

[@mikegoswami3309]

This Kobe Bryant shows how good he is at 22, now I watch Caitlin and she reminds me of this Kobe black mamba. Kobe was such an amazing player. The best of the best.

[@lennybeason1110]

Kobe was the best player in the league at this time. It never gets brought up.

[@Chronz]

He was never better than shaq until like 06

[@lennybeason1110]

@@Chronz he was better than Shaq when they beat the NETS!

[@Chronz]

@@lennybeason1110 nah, its why the lakers sucked without shaq but could still compete without Kobe. Shaq was always more important

[@lennybeason1110]

@@Chronz that's why Kobe win more rings than Shaq won! #GTFOH

[@Chronz]

@@lennybeason1110 well yeah, he got to play 2nd fiddle to Shaq in his prime. When both were on the same team, it was beyond obvious who was more important

[@arriandixon7709]

Teams be tight when a young guy from Philly at the age of 22 wearing the number 8 steps in your arena and drops almost 50 #ThatBoySpecial #FroKobe

[@HeathOverledger]

My fav version of Kobe - Frobe with the bandages on his pinky killing everything in his direction

[@umangmehta9155]

Thank you mr Dom Carter. Kobe was my favorite player growing up and you really help ease the pain of his passing for me. This is my favorite channel. Much love brother

[@dcshow]

Glad to hear that man, and much appreciated

[@darrendoyle568]

Hard to believe that this would be the arena Kobe would struggle at most of his career I believe this was the highest scoring game he ever had there

[@Isaiah11823]

🔥

[@amirhassan6458]

🐐

[@AndrewsOpinion15]

god give us back kobe beyant and will give u sam gowland !!!

[@OneLastRide23]

Classic KB 🥹

[@eliseolopez2790]

#1all time wilt chamberlain #2 all time ace Bryant.

[@vararainturner2578]

I have literally been waiting for this upload for years thank you so much

[@dcshow]

No prob at all

[@218Murai]

These thumbnails are crispy clean 🧼....Instant Click and Subscribe 👌

[@dcshow]

Much appreciated 🙏

[@jbwc]

Man Phil and that Triangle

[@J_Smoove_Gaming]

What’s the name of the song at the end 🔥

[@TRJ2241987]

I barely ever actually saw Jim Jackson play in the NBA. Other than the 1999 Trailblazers, and 2003 Kings I don't think I ever actually watched a game that he played in live

[@HeathOverledger]

He was good in his Dallas days with Jamal Mashburn and J Kidd but Dallas wasn’t good at the time

[@grimofthenorth7269]

Is this on vcr or

[@jay.2077]

R.I.H🐐🐐🐐

[@reconstructione-dub7802]

Kobe is The G.O.A.T.

[@A.Hill2324]

My Man!!!!! 💯

[@ronniepatuasic1412]

Best ever

[@alphA-yp4db]

There’s a Regular Season game from the 2000-2001 season against the kings. Kobe had a one-handed alley pop with an incredible amount of hang time. He jumped early but still managed to slam it down. Had the thicker elbow sleeve like the one in this video

[@dcshow]

Home or road?

[@alphA-yp4db]

domcarter home.

[@dcshow]

Is it on youtube anywhere?

[@alphA-yp4db]

domcarter tagged you just now

[@dcshow]

Maybe can you just copy the link here, my notifications are turned off so nothing shows up

[@Trinx323]

@Domcarter what you think👇🤷‍♂️

[@jaymoney6233]

Been wanting to see highlights of this game since the night it happened 🙏🙏 Thanks bro

[@dcshow]

Damn since the night it happened 19 years ago? Lol no problem dude

[@jorgedelgado8505]

Rest in peace Kobe Bryant 😥😥😥😥😥😥😥😥💔💔💔💔💔🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀

[@jaymoney6233]

@@dcshow 😂😁 Yea since that night!!! You're the GOAT with these rare Kobe highlights bro keep it up!!Keep his memory alive 🙌

[@dcshow]

Jay Money well im glad the wait is finally over hehe. And I def will

[@KingScipio]

THANK YOU

[@dcshow]

🙏

[@thomaswayne2076]

Shoutout to Ronnie Nunn

[@josecarranza7555]

Where’s LeBron?