Kobe Bryant 81 Tribute (Narrated by Denzel Washington)

[@elliotgreen2481]

Never forget waking up the next morning in HS, turning on ESPN, seeing he dropped 81. Literally went to bed with them losing, and waking up to a win and 81. 1 of 1. RIP Bean 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@solodolo4098]

Brooo me too it was a huge fkn deal where even my teachers were like you guys watched the game?

[@elliotgreen2481]

@@solodolo4098 exactly. Living in MS, west coast games ran late. So it was a hell of a flex going to school the next day saying your favorite player dropped 81. Good times

[@El.Nigga.]

Hits different when you’re a kid that grew up in LA. That man WAS the city

[@sunnyside9273]

Listened to pieces on the radio, working late that night. Couldn't believe what I had heard. 81 ? He had 81 ?? This is how vivid that day was, I remember going to King Taco in the morning & watching the replay on Fox Sports.

[@elliotgreen2481]

@@sunnyside9273 hell yea. I go back and look at his misses, and he had a few bunnies and the 2 missed FTs. This man legit at that time coulda had 90 to 100 freaking points. That’s just wild to even think about 🤯

[@carnesir]

Don’t be sad because he is gone, smile because he happened. Thanks for the memories Kobe Bryant, the Black Mamba

[@yoitsprince]

Wise words

[@MannyTwice]

Facts

[@beavis4220]

Indeed

[@SiscoGee]

No thanx hes not jesus

[@MannyTwice]

@@SiscoGee Jesus died on purpose....no reason to be sad anyway

[@marco1474]

MAMBA FOREVER 💛💜🕊

[@deerobinson7320]

😢

[@cairosilvacairo1505]

​@@deerobinson7320🤧🤧😭😭😭

[@yoitsprince]

😔 always rip black mamba💛💜

[@ikiwheese]

I watched it live. Truly something special. Kobe will forever be a legend.

[@elturko1128]

Watching it live was most amazing basketball experience I’ve had as lakers fan in 40 plus years. That’s saying a lot. My goat for ever

[@maximusachilles5290]

The fact that Denzel got on this makes it that much more special!

[@ashleymurphy5921]

Man I was a senior in high school. I just got home from my own basketball game and watched the final quarter. What a moment to remember. To witness.

[@stocktonnash]

Lifelong Raps fan, and watching Kobe do this to us is still one of my favourite memories ❤

[@elturko1128]

I told my friend from Toronto. With his statue Toronto and lakers. And Kobe. Tied forever together 🤙🏼🤙🏼 my east coast team has been raps since Vince

[@lancemandidewa]

Thanks Denzel for paying tribute to Kobe💛💜🕊

[@andycarollsuarez]

Still couldn't get over the fact that he is gone, absolutely breathtaking during his prime. Amazing tribute.

[@Jorgehernandez34911]

RIP MY GOAT 😭

[@reconstructione-dub7802]

Mine 2 bro..Mamba Forever

[@kingkyrie5140]

Mine too

[@shadiibrahim9240]

I started losing interest in basketball as a kid. I was like 12 and began to get away from it. I then heard about Kobe dropping 81pts and I had to check that out. It not only brought me back as a young fan, it led me to fall in love with the game. Thank you Kobe

[@Itsmewaltz]

Unfortunately, I didn’t find out Kobe was such an amazing human being until after he passed away, I just thought he was a great basketball player. Now, I absolutely admire his work ethic, passion for winning, faith in God and for being such a wonderful father and husband. I hope your legacy highlights your incredible character as much as your incredible accomplishments.

[@jacobbell8171]

amazing human being who raped someone?

[@zerocal76]

what a comment - thank u from a life-long kobe fan 💜💛

[@SaintIam]

Forever Immortal. Thank You Kobe. 🕊️

[@fahblizza]

RIP to my favorite player of all time and 1 of my biggest influences in life.

[@phantos007]

I had a fever that day so I called out of work, I was 21 at the time, I remember putting the game on, but fell asleep on the couch because I was not feeling well. I remember sitting up, and taking notice half way there the 3rd quarter, it was unbelievable, what an inspiration, so happy I was sick that day. RIP mamba Gigi

[@joesilva8484]

I'll never forget that night Kobe scored 81 points. In my opinion the best to ever do it 👍♥️🏀.

[@johnsnowwww]

Watching Kobe play, you can just tell he was a legend. God blessed you tremendously Kobe.

[@elturko1128]

Interesting thing is he had small hands and not crazy hops(for a basketball player). But he was long. And he worked hard at his game. So I’d say some of it was him :) Jordan had that god blessed hops and huge hands (I think still one of largest hands in nba history and best vert still to this day at combines )

[@believelandheightsbelievel5631]

You have a 81 point moment in everyone of us. Mamba mentality

[@antar5500]

🙏🏾 Amen!

[@GeorgeCollins]

I remember that. In the second half clips, if you look at the basket, you can see me sitting there behind the Raptors bench with the white cap clapping after every shot. That seat was a gift from my Lakers season ticket holder rep. Incredibly lucky that she upgraded my seat on that particular night.

[@Isaac-ec4tc]

I see you, must have been unreal to be there

[@steviechampagne]

You are lucky to have that memory! I wish i got to see Kobe play live

[@tycoonavenue]

I was 18 years old and this was a school night. I watched this game from start to finish alone. I remember waking up telling my older brother "Yo...I had a dream Kobe scored 81" my brother was like "No, he actually did scored 81" ABSOLUTE legend. Black Mamba FOREVER 🤞🏿

[@anthonyrayrequinto7005]

Mamba Forever 💜💛

[@neutral6941]

RIP Kobe B. 🙏

[@kysamuel24]

This was DOPE R.I.P. KOBE

[@quierodesign3958]

He might not have the most rings (Bill Russell), he may not be the most media acclaimed (Lebron), he might not have the most records (Wilt Chamberlain), he may not have had the highest scoring average (MJ), but when Kobe Bean Bryant played like this, you felt you were seeing the greatest player of all time; That basketball had reached its zenith in the most complete, skilled package the game has ever seen.

[@elturko1128]

And this. Is why he’s my goat. How often did we see him do this. Just take over games. Win. Will the win. My goat forever. School yard pickem. Kobe’s my first pick (sorry Mike)

[@quierodesign3958]

@@elturko1128 100

[@quierodesign3958]

@@elturko1128 If you listen to Shaq talking about Kobe's statue, he said that whenever he asked Kobe to "go out there and get me 40, get me 50", he would do it!

[@dmar82]

What makes it more amazing is Kobe did this in a league where they still played defense. It's open season for player's today and none of them touched 80. You will NEVER see another NBA player, especially a Laker like Kobe Bryant again. He will 4ever be, the true fans legend. 💜💛

[@fannypesik]

Forever Remembered 2 8 24

[@davidsok7596]

From Boston, thank you Kobe you really truly are a amazing Legend ❤

[@jhavannerose434]

24/8 #1. Rip sir bryant and G

[@ericcarvelli9773]

I MISS him so much...Will NEVER be another....MAMBA MENTALITY 4 LIFE....

[@mallygeedkm]

Whenever I watch the highlights of this game it really drives home the point that Kobe had NO HELP at this point. To have 38 pts and be down by 15 because you’re the only one who can score is insane.

[@evolve777]

Kobez and Gigi! Rest in Peace! Kobe, thank you for the great memories you gave me and fellow Laker fans! I watched you enter the league in 96' and saw you evolve as a player and a person. Your drive to truly maximize the very best out of yourself is an example for not only NBA players that grew up watching you but for people altogether. I can say confidently that I and other true Laker fans will never forget you. Today is 2/8/24. Your day, Kobe!

[@ewash1984]

Perfect narrator for this moment!

[@AYoDewGuy]

Mamba Mentality!!!! Mamba Forever!!!! Mamba Out!!!! R.I.P Kobe!!!! Heroes are remembered but Legends never Die!!!!

[@FlipStar26]

I'll never forget that Sunday in '06... watching the game live on TV as history was taking place.... Kobe = The GLOAT (Greatest Laker Of All-Time)

[@apostlebrothere1185]

The champ that gave so many of us hoop dreams..May GOD rest your soul…. Mamba out

[@anthonyhernandez2111]

its crazy how, weve had his passing, memorial, HOF speech without him, but for whatever reason this statue of him really has the feeling of finally seeing the last of Kobe immortilazation for one last time..theres no bigger or better honor for him as a player that is left, the last minute of this video with the music had me crying, not teary eyed, but crying. im 34 years old and have basically been a vivid Kobe fan all my life. Thank you Kobe for brinign so much joy in my life especially in my childhood when i needed it the most ❤️ 🙌

[@jmoo876]

Was really amazing is that he really didn’t even celebrate after making any shot, man on a mission. GOAT right with MJ ❤

[@rbbagley]

Dude is an absolute legend. He left a legacy. He's like Jordan's twin. RIP Kobe. 🏀💙🏀

[@s.joynerii7312]

GOAT narrating for another GOAT! Mamba Forever! Truly missed

[@MarvelousYoUnAstro]

😢 such a cruel world this 1 can be! Still can't accept Kobe is gone... RIP to the individuals who lost their lives that day

[@qlintessentials212]

my forever GOAT... Kobe Bean Bryant 💜💛

[@MultiMrVideoMan]

Never forget watching this game on live tv and thinking Lakers were about to lose and then witness him will them all the way back for the victory. This is the game that made him my favorite player

[@sheafan1971]

81 points-Kobe Bryant will live on forever, Denzel telling the story is priceless, Thank You Lakers..

[@allgoodwoods219]

Kobe was everything!

[@sooliomargod]

I heard the news as I looked up at the small TV in our makeshift cafeteria in the middle of the Iraqi desert. Preparing my mind to go into another patrol through enemy territory, this was one of the many times Kobe helped carry me through life. 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 4ever in my🩶. 😪

[@carmelotansengco4605]

The greatest Laker ever!!! Thank you Kobe.

[@jhavannerose434]

Denzel was best for the narration!

[@jacobdoyle5089]

I was at this game 6th grade at the time, my mom got tickets for my dads bday and so lucky that this was and has been the only laker game i have been too!!! Rip kobe!!!

[@jarronbonner]

Rest and peace kobe 💜💛 8-24 and GOTT.

[@IsabellasDreamz]

Kobe fadeaway jumpers are a thing of beauty!

[@gugy68]

MJ peaked my interest in basketball but it was Kobe and Shaq duo a few years later that made me fall in love with the game. It was a honor to watch him play. Glad I was alive to witness his greatness.

[@sleepless9604]

Ah so this is where that 1st statue pose came from! 5:51 and 6:31. It's great to know that he's acknowledged the product of his success not only comes from his hard work but also as a blessing from the One above. The fans and players alike thanks you for your contributions to the sport. Rest in peace Kobe.

[@ActionDisplayChannel]

Always was and always will be a huge inspiration.

[@NytronX]

When Kobe was 10 or 11, he went an entire summer without scoring a single point. He wasn't on the bench either. Fast forward to this moment, scoring 81, shows you that anything is possible through hard work.

[@Jithegamer]

when you watch this guy score the way he moves the way. He dribbles the way. He post up the way. He do the fade away his skill I mean I never seen nobody do these other than Michael Jordan so I never understand why people say that LeBron or Steph Curry anybody else rank ahead of him I just don’t get it on top of that. He got five championship 12 defensive team more then steph and lebron combined .

[@ShaadsComicsandBeers]

What gets overlooked in the game the most is the conditioning it takes to keep going like that. Even the hottest great shooters get tired and fall short of something like this. Truly a legendary performance by one of the all time greats

[@Derreck123]

Jersey # 8 One and only # 1 81 scores - the great player all the time and the legendary mamba mentality. KOBE BRYANT❤

[@wendylvonbanghal5868]

Kobe ❤

[@douglasfulmer5483]

Gave me chills to watch this. Still hurts.

[@PinelliSC]

Don’t let espn fool you. Kobe is #2 all time

[@hunterbrooks9662]

God I miss him the world aint been the same without him💔 heavy nostalgia watching this loved his game

[@kashmoney1]

Imagine being that photographer because of him now we have a statue❤

[@nazideadloreto2832]

from Italy: dear Kobe I will never forget you! great player and great man!

[@brentwilson2264]

I really enjoy how in the 4th his teammates just gave him the ball and got out of the way…RIP mamba one of the GOATS!

[@Mr.Clutch03]

I got goosebumps and teary eyed. 😢 I love you Kobe. You're my hero growing up. ♾️ 🐍

[@pepplesjohnson]

1 of 1, a true legend!

[@cjgatmaitan5924]

Love you Kobe!

[@estlhm805]

For those who witnessed this. This is the stuff that legends are made of. Kobe definitely left his mark and some shoes that can't be filled.🔥🔥🔥

[@jaymoney6233]

Always love seeing 81 from different angles around the arena!Will never forget this Sunday night in January 2006

[@Marshall56781]

One of the greatest! LongLiveKobe 💜💛

[@Hellcat_Jack]

The best! The hardest worker, and the most dedicated player in the NBA (and maybe in life) I’ve ever seen

[@michaelduron6798]

Thank you Mr. Fuqua and Mr. Washington for lending your talents in tribute to Kobe!!🏀Lakers Forever!

[@maryliemacay7978]

The Great Kobe Bryant!!! Immortalized!!! Dedicated, Respectful, & Working hard without any complaints!!! Am crying right now!!!

[@danieldennis3341]

Kobe Bryant was and will forever be a force to be reckoned with! That force was passed to his talented athlete daughter/ REST IN POWER TO HER AS WELL. I fought tears this entire video. But the both of you are in a better place now.

[@Drose12335]

Forever a legend enshrined in history with his statue it was about time he got the respect and recognition he deserves. The best to ever do it when it came to putting the ball in that basket.

[@Makaveli5136]

I remember I was smoking a blunt with friends and then we got a call telling us to tune in to ESPN cuz Kobe had 70 already, we then tuned in and watched him go for 81! Classic night! I remember as if it was yesterday still!!! RIP my Kobe!

[@ramos7735]

Love you Kob! Thanks for all the best memories! Always my favorite player of all time! ❤ 🕊️

[@LeafararrabiDos09]

I was living in Coachella at the time originally from Modesto area up here we don’t get lakers we get kings and warriors but I been a laker fan my whole life when I lived down south I watched every game I could and I’ll never forget this game I was sitting right in front of the tv I’ll never forget the sound of the net when he was hitting all those shots..rip 2-24

[@jhonreydelacruz6945]

I watched it live! Kobe, you certainly left a legend! You made basketball greater than when you found it!

[@kingkyrie5140]

I was only 8 when Kobe did this and i lived on the east coast so it wasn’t televised but i think sports center did a a live look in towards the end of the game and i just saw there in awe on the floor of my grandmothers bed room.. i didn’t fully understand the game but i just KNEW was this man just did was NOT normal.. RIP bean my favorite player and the reason i love basketball

[@takingchances4689]

I MISS YOU KOBE THE BEST IVE EVER SEEEN PLAY 🏀 THANK YOU FOR THE MENTALITY AND WORK ETHIC YOU SHOWED US I LIVE BY IT EVERYDAY 24/8 RIP 🐐YOUR LIKE NO OTHER 🕊

[@seren9613]

RIP Kobe "Bean" your legend will last forever and burn in your fans hearts. 🖤🏀🐍♾️

[@isaiahbonds8730]

You are still the man to me you tour Jalen Rose a new a-hole when you try 81 points on him and I remember that night you were looking like Michael out there that night thank you for all the great memories King black Mamba 😭😭😭🎇🎇🐐🐐🥇💛💜💙🧬🏆🏆🏆💪🐍🐍🐍81❤❤❤

[@556colt]

There's a handful of special sports moments that I would have loved to been at, this is one of them. Kobe was just special.

[@shawnkeith2414]

MY IDOL

[@gonzalesdohnrryhrc]

Always tear me up. Kobe! My man! ❤

[@underratedblastoise3908]

I smile and I cry. The Legend

[@ThuggLocc]

This made me tear up watching this. RIP Kobe

[@iHasCaek]

Rest in Power Bean and Gigi. laker fans everywhere will forever mourn your loss and forever celebrate your presence. we miss you. GO LAKERS!

[@kennethparedes9955]

Thanks Kobe for always proving wrong all the haters , & trust there where all of haters ...

[@illumin6ti515]

Moved to the states 6 months before this game. Remember being in the living room and my mom had put this game on. The first NBA game I ever saw. Been a fan since. Loved the game since. RIP to my Idol🕊️🖤.

[@franthevan65]

I remember seeing this the next morning on Mike and Mike most points in a nba game still to this day

[@HarryWoodyson]

Great dedication to his statue opening and our memory of his legacy!

[@nnamdi602]

What amazes me about this was the fact that they needed that 81… they was down most of the game. He brought them back.

[@andresrosa6313]

LEGEND

[@wongray7146]

Kobe honored the game and the fans by always coming out to put on a show. ☝

[@michaelli7545]

I love you Kobe. You changed my life

[@Mr3824KB]

Wow!! Beautiful, just beautiful 😢

[@MI-jk4sg]

I would wake up 3 o'clock am, to go to the sitting room. My wife would follow me to complaing and shout to go back to bed, then She would understand I definitely had to watch my team play. Kobe was an inspiration. I would stay all night watching then go to work at 6 in the morning. It was crazy watching Mamba play every single night

[@JoseLopez-ov8tl]

The undisputed goat