Kobe Game-Tying + Game Winning Shot vs Suns 06 Play-Offs HD

Legendary game with a legendary performance by Kobe Bryant. First he hits the game-tying shot of the great steal by Smush Parker and secondly he hits the game-winning buzzer beating shot which gave the Lakers the 3-1 lead over the Phoenix Suns in the 06 Playoffs. This shot is one of the best game winners in NBA-history. Kobe Bryant, the best player who ever played the game!

[@JayMke]

I remember being in the hospital sick with needing a new bone marrow transplant and these games got me through it rip kobe.

[@sd81a46]

You got that Mamba mentality bro 💪🏾

[@elizabethtimothy4776]

Jay, glad you are still here with us. Keep winning.

[@fsljr5877]

Thanks for sharing that story 🙏🏽

[@anthonyrodriguez625]

Glad to hear you pulled through bro,I bet Kobe would say you got that mamba mentality

[@rightelectricalservicesllc1220]

I had a similar time in my lofe my friend. God blessed me with different things to bring my mind at ease. Hope you are feeling better

[@NLGNoobLeagueGaming]

This is probably the only sports clip on KZbin from 2006 that's in HD. Everything else from 2006 look's like it was recorded with a potato.

[@blakekneippfilms]

No truer statement

[@bonniebuckhalter9393]

Oh shit your right, HD was on almost every game in 06, so I never understand why most highlights from that era looked like mud.

[@BrixClashofClans]

yea all like 240p 😂

[@heatlugo5310]

This is not even HD. It's normal D. This is the D that I saw in 2006 cause I watched this game Live!

[@lrdmcd914]

+Heat Lugo you seem to comfortable taking bout D's

[@railenherman6482]

Smush Parker’s steal is incredibly underrated. Unlikely hero.

[@DCypherMusik]

Bruh, I got a tear. I bet Smush never forgets that moment. Kobe hug that nigga and said "U a bad MF!!!"

[@sunbutma4285]

@@DCypherMusik that was my thought.

[@BU_TV]

@@DCypherMusikexcept Smush couldn’t stand Kobe and vice versa😂

[@thespacesbetweenstudio3346]

Smush overextended. As a result he took a gamble and it paid off. What a great moment!

[@king-ghost1027]

​@BU_TV they still had respect for each other

[@RafaelNavarro-pl5jh]

I remember this is the only laker game I went to in LA. My father picked me up when he scored that shot. I still get chills, I can remember the atmosphere. It was an eruption of emotion and celebration. Its a shame we lost that series, but shows what determination and not giving up can accomplish. RIP Kobe and RIP to my father Eduardo Navarro

[@aroaris843]

Rip

[@narimanhedayat7443]

You Sir are a LEGEND. RIP to both of them.

[@gonacci1692]

Wow very recent comment didn't expected that

[@sandybennett4196]

@@narimanhedayat7443 .

[@AlEx-mc6tv]

Man I felt that be good and ull meet him again I promise

[@rossjlitscher]

Gianna was born literally days after this game. RIP man this is too sad

[@juanpineda25]

This game was In 2006 Giannis was born in 1994 you dumbass piece of shit . Get your facts straight

[@joaoqgrossi]

@@juanpineda25 Gianna Bryant. You couldnt read and then you started to curse and call people bad names. Educate yourself and grow up.

[@sebaceousgland5123]

​@@juanpineda25 This is the world's most embarrassing comment...

[@doctorkeith2]

@@trxvis316 😂😂😂😂

[@doctorkeith2]

@@sebaceousgland5123 facts 🤣🤣🤣

[@brotherbrod]

when he pulls his jersey off his heart..... that’s what kobe was man.. all fuckin heart. favorite kobe moment and one of the most iconic in nba history. rest easy mamba and gigi.

[@angelopolo3761]

@HOW DARE YOU you think you're edgy or funny or something but we all just see you as a piece of shit 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@lucendawhite7573]

ODDFATHER why the hell are you being a dick head for no reason

[@illmatic826]

Suns in 7

[@theilluzionist3565]

@@illmatic826 nash 0 rings lmaooo

[@thatman4853]

He did that because he ripped the heart out of the suns.

[@adrielamadeus3900]

Whether it was deliberate or not, the almost full minute of silence from Mike Breen after Kobe made the shot is so so good. Siting back and letting the sound of mass hysteria from everyone in the arena tell the story, whilst the cameras move from different POVs capturing different reactions from Suns players to Jack Nicholson. The definition of poetry in motion.

[@marlonsmith924]

I'm a SUNS fan AND a Bron fan! Still watch this shot! Gotta appreciate that shot for history

[@user-ek7yc5zm1v]

The fuck do you mean deliberate or not? Do you think he forgot for a whole minute that he was at work announcing a game? Man we are so fucked as a species

[@Hawkeyes319]

Breen is the greatest commentator.

[@holdmyweight3597]

I always hated the old guy announcer, not Mike Breen. That old geizer ruins the play

[@mentalprograming5365]

@@Hawkeyes319 get used to doc rivers and doris burke now smh

[@jjperez711]

The mark this guy left on all of us. Still can’t believe he’s gone.

[@jamesmorant1406]

Me either

[@Will-kl3tc]

He gets no respect from anybody whenever they do any of those top players of all time list. It pisses me off so much. How he's not in the top 5 of anyone's list is crazy to me

[@xsirius9117]

​@@Will-kl3tc because he's not top 5 lmao he's top 10 yes sure but not top 5

[@deception930]

​@Will-kl3tc respectfully hes not top 5

[@kevindurant1653]

I agree, Kobe is Top 2 for me, Jordan is 1, Lebron is probably gonna be 1 when he retires

[@SnewJ]

All the reactions from the fans, the players on the bench, the cheerleaders, freaking Phil Jackson...so priceless.....

[@natetsutsumi8265]

SnewJ UNFORTUNATELY, despite being up or having a 3-1 edge, the Lakers would LOSE, YES, THAT'S RIGHT, LOSE, the series, 4-3.

[@818RYDA]

Team no hesi baby

[@johnnyflores1978]

Suns would crush them back in PHX to win the series

[@Kinglegend-nq9dp]

SnewJ facts in other words he will remain the best ever

[@notrelevant4212]

SnewJ Kobe just hugged smush

[@abualzuaree]

kobe averaged 35pts the entire season that year and scored that legendary 81pt game.. and led a team with kwame brown/smush parker to the playoffs... it's *unbelievable* that he didn't win MVP that year

[@TheRabidbunnies]

I agree man; it's cause of that BS rape case. Plus, I bet if he would've won this series he would've won by a mile

[@MONOPOSTOtm]

+Rich Homie Tom 7th seed... MVPs are usually given to players who have achieved great team success that year as well. No disrespect to Kobe but he had the highest usage rate of all time that year.

[@abualzuaree]

Watch Doge​​ Winning the MVP has always been a popularity contest... When's the last time a player who won the MVP was actually the most valuable to their team? It's always the best player on the best team to win the MVP, it's retarded honestly cuz, there have been players who were ALOT more valuable to their trashy team who deserve the award compared to a player who is great but only won it cuz of his team being great and having the best record.... Like in 2006 for example, Kobe lost it to the Nash cuz Nash had the much better team and record, but how does that make Nash more valuable to his team than Kobe when Kobe didn't even have a team... And still lead them to the playoffs lol

[@flamelord3312]

+Rich Homie Tom true words

[@tsrig1027]

+King Chen Yup. If it weren't for that, he clearly would have won it. It's so fucking annoying that Steve Nash has more MVPs than the Mamba

[@MediCali951]

Kobe helped me love basketball the way no one else ever could. I still remember watching this with my sister and mother. Good times. RIP Kobe & GiGi

[@myboyfriendgonnagetyou97]

Gay?

[@MSN539]

@@myboyfriendgonnagetyou97 can’t be talking with that goofy name irony or not you gay and you know it

[@mrpsyko818]

the energy in that arena just aint the same anymore since you left RIP KOBE

[@abdullah087]

Came back to this after the tragic news. Remember this series like it was yesterday, precisely because of this exact series of plays by Kobe. #mamba4ever

[@jaden-cc5vp]

Ik man its sad

[@farhan007]

His daughter who passed away with him today was born literally a day after this game. 😭

[@SportsFan2001]

They lost the next 3 after this :(

[@abdullah087]

SportsFan2001 kinda expected it really. But the fact they got to the playoffs and pushed Nash’s Suns while at it, with Smush Parker, Luke Walton and Kwame Brown is what’s impressive. Would’ve been something else if they got past, but hey.

[@raavila2245]

@@farhan007 bro your comment got me in tears rn 😭

[@raphaelnartey1837]

I get chills when he grabs his jersey. such a iconic and memorable moment. RIP

[@_kyle_collins_]

Raphael Nartey he’s so alive here

[@razkable]

funny how kobe's most iconic shot is in a series he choked away lol...wow....in round 1...

[@taylor860gang]

@@razkable I wouldn't say choke he was proving a point in game 7 and it worked by getting pau

[@Eric-th1ey]

My all time favorite kobe moment bro, i get goosebumps every single time

[@chriswoodson9406]

@@razkable You've obviously didn't watch this series, he averaged 29 and 50 in game 5 and 6 while shooting over 50%. His only good teammate was Lamar who was inconsistent. Then the media was stating he was being selfish, so Kobe was being passive in Game 7 on purpose just to prove a point and his teammates still was doing bad.

[@tymr.t3645]

Love him or hate Kobe.. This is why he is one of the GREATEST. tears of joy RIP KOBE 🙏

[@davesanny4069]

The pearl drop lay up to tie just beautiful and Kobe in the clutch is just in a coma unbelievable to watch this man play ball

[@chitoim2332]

Tear drop

[@kanekiiken6112]

Bryant for the win, BANG Still gives me chills till this day . Whatta moment Rest in peace Kobe Bryant Mamba Forever

[@edwardkumarkenway1875]

Bong beauty

[@eeia3570]

LeHelp would of pass the ball 🤣

[@MrFISH-vp3xt]

And mike berens commentating made even more memorable with that sequence

[@VaughnOfficalMusic]

@@eeia3570 bro stfu and stop riding. Appreciate them both

[@cjvaye99]

this and the 0.4 seconds but they are kinda ruined for me because they blew a 3-1 lead and then the latter lost in the finals to an less talented team

[@ajgarcia1962]

Just came to watch one of Kobe’s greatest moments. I remember watching this live as a kid and being blown away. Black Mamba forever.

[@BXBorn92HarlemRaised35th]

I was 13 at the time watching this live and remember getting chills over my whole body after he made this game winner 💯

[@brianconnelly1238]

That interaction with Kobe and Parker after that turnover and the game tying shot was unbelievable! Kobe giving praise and credit to Parker, that was what made this moment even more special, when I go back and think about this memory, that's what I think about most

[@hnn8759]

crazy how parker talked bad about him...but in history...we will see kobe praising him over and over

[@farstrider4592]

Yeah kinda sad Smush talk smack about Kobe instead

[@paiv4256]

@@farstrider4592 Kobe dissed him before that, Smush was just responding

[@zachlagasse4893]

I wonder what he said to him

[@ninob2943]

Lord knows how much i miss watching this man play. All-time favorite athlete. Rest Easy Mamba and Gigi

[@manuelgarcia5961]

Can’t even sleep, binge watching Kobe videos

[@anthonyrodriguez625]

I did that after I found out he died, I cried with every video i watched. It's been a while but I still can't believe he's gone

[@matahari9950]

MJ and Kobe for life the 2 best shooting guards in NBA history.

[@arjielemeaux8523]

Players*

[@rommelflores2618]

This is probably a top 10 moment for me as a Laker fan. In 2006, we failed to win the series but this one is really memorable.

[@buddahkz9980]

That was a really good series

[@pranavmanie1479]

while of course this shot is iconic, the commentary is one of the best ever. the way Mike Breen gets excited when he says "ball knocked away stolen by Parker" gives you that feeling that something exciting is about to happen. and then the rest is history. Mike Breen is a living legend for that bang

[@melev23]

100%. Dude is very good at his job.

[@The20_er]

Rest in peace Kobe!! I remember this like it was yesterday... best Kobe moment for me. Loved you man.

[@ctorres478]

Preachhh💪

[@leaderofsound82]

Still love that man. Kobe RIP king!!

[@joshuagardner8474]

I hugged my bestfriend we were in our 20's lmao jumped in his arms

[@dreamcage1801]

I watch that whole game at my folks house when I was in 8th grade

[@Saynt614]

I remember this being the first time being in absolute awe of Kobe Bryant. RIP Black Mamba

[@davidgutierrez4606]

Ya then you didn't watch Kobe play before this game if that's the way you feel. He's had these moments his entire career

[@albertwang6465]

The most impressive thing I remember the most, even more than the 81 point game, was when he hit 3 straight game winners in a week in 2010 against heat( I was in staples), bucks and Kings. Those were the days man

[@stevyluv743]

@@albertwang6465 Yup I Remember that game when he shot those three point game winners i went nuts proves he was Mj number 2

[@theilluzionist3565]

@@albertwang6465 definitely was not in the span of a week. the first one was on dec 2nd and the kings one was on the 31st

[@stacymarlene4148]

I remember this game…. I was so happy and excited! In that moment, I knew Kobe was bigger than basketball. He was a force to be wrecking with… RIP Kobe 😢❤ I miss you

[@trendybistro]

5 championships, 1 r@pe. The Kobe Bryant story.

[@MiguelGonzalez-oo9gn]

​@@trendybistro nadie abusó de ese drogadicta promiscua.

[@javianjohnson8746]

This is CRAZY HIGH QUALITY for NBA footage from 2006! 🔥🔥

[@MrTorsation476858]

it's blasphemous how this man only has 1 MVP. Unbelievable...

[@KIllahRay1]

Straight robbery

[@manuginobilisbaldspot424]

Mr. Pound-For-Pound You're not going to like this...but he was the 2nd best player on his team from 1998-2004 and then had a prime from 2005 to 2007 where his teams won 34, 45, and 42 games. He won in 2008 when it easily could have been given to Chris Paul (Gasol, Odom, Fisher, Bynum > West, Chandler, and Stojakovic). And in 2009 and 2010, LeBron James was winning more games on teams with inferior talent to Bryant's Laker title teams. It's not blasphemous at all. His first 11 years in the league, there's only one real year where you could legitimately say he was deserving of the MVP...2006. I do think he should've won that year and CP3 should have won in 2008. After 2008, he's never been the most valuable player...more like the best player on the most loaded team in 2009 and 2010, and then just a really good player from 2011-2013. But MVP in those years? No...Rose got the 'we're tired of voting for LeBron' nod in 2011...the Bulls had the best record in basketball. LeBron deserved it in 2012...best player on best team. Same for 2013...and it's being proven this year. Meanwhile, with Gasol, Nash, and Howard (and MWP)...the Lakers won all of 45 games and barely made the playoffs. He's won exactly what he's deserved on an individual level.

[@lexbogie1]

Manu Ginobilis Bald Spot wow.that was a great answer

[@maxschlepzig641]

Manu Ginobilis Bald Spot Well, thanks for not knowing what the hell you're talking about. Kobe's first MVP was 2003 were he had an incredible season but also the season when his image went to total shit with the Colorado case. That's why he didn't get it and Tim Duncan, deservedly. 06,07,08 are all Kobe. The team he had in 06, 07 was essentially a lottery team w/o him and Phil Jackson. Just look at whose in the line up at the end of this game. 05-06, 06-07 Kobe was a one man wrecking crew. But again, just look at who votes for the MVP: sports writers. Says it all And Kobe not being a good player from 11-13? *Stop talking* He single-handledly saved the Lakers playoff chances before he went down with an Achilles and was actually in the MVP conversation. Do you even watch the games or repeat random shit you just heard. When he was at full go, he was still the best player during those years and that's being 15+ season in. I mean what he did before he went down with that injury in the 2nd half of the season was beyond comprehension.

[@kidkhalifa96]

Max Schlepzig You're shouldn't be fighting for playoff positioning with Nash, Howard, Metta, and Gasol in the first place.

[@251Jarvis]

The way the the crowd EXPLODED when he hit the game winner gives me goose bumps EVERY TIME!!

[@lilcez90]

I was there, even more goose bumps in person! I'll Never forget it. Crazy!

[@251Jarvis]

I wish I could have been there too...I know that was an unforgettable experience

[@ln1051]

I keep coming back to this video over and over again because it is so intense. Hard to believe that today, its already 2 years since he passed

[@ln1051]

and now, its almost been another year. incredible how time flies

[@jaytovar6465]

Rip Kob, happy birthday legend!!

[@66linny]

Nobody's more clutch than that man right there !!

[@6bDorotea]

66linny since youre already here at youtube, type in at the search bar the name "michael jordan" you should see more videos of him

[@MrWill1729]

@6bBorotea kobe did the same thing as jordan, except kobe makes 3s and jordan makes 2s

[@6bDorotea]

MrWill1729 but i mean come on man Mj is MORE CLUTCH than kobe... U dont seriously think kobe Is MORE CLUTCH right?

[@MrWill1729]

6bDorotea i do think kobe is more clutch

[@scottbennici4689]

Did Kobe ever make a game winner in the NBA finals?

[@chefjonsf]

I’ve shed so many tears over the past few days for a man I have never met. This brings me tears of joy.

[@marilynblaine6602]

I remember watching this game thinking my heart was gonna beat right out of my chest. Such a great player. Rest in peace Kobe.

[@Ibrahero312]

Happy Birthday Bean 💜 We all miss you

[@uvuvwevwevweonyetenyevweug9353]

Kobe whispering at Smush probably saying "You're still a fucking scrub".

[@alperman5]

+Watch Me Nein Nein. i'm LMFAO on that one!

[@whitiscool1]

your username is 75% genius/hilarious and 25% offensive. now watch me whip (jews) now watch me nein nein.

[@pogek39]

+Watch Me Nein Nein. ROFL ROFL ROFL. I CANT STOP ROFL ! u made my day

[@theohanna3561]

Uvuvwevwevwe Onyetenyevwe Ugwemubwem Ossas 😂😂😂😂

[@russell9411]

Theo Hanna lmfao this nigga hilarious

[@knockda887]

I was a heartbroken Suns fan but became in awe of Kobe's talent & heart. Amazing RIP

[@philschlemmer3971]

Me too!

[@Jake-sk5wm]

Pistons fan here. Even tho we suck I always loved watching amazing players like Kobe

[@Matthew.602]

@@thorbenitez8368 still didn’t win anything lol we still have a whole 0 championships

[@built_differentbuilt_diffe2889]

Got me in tears. I miss you Kobe.

[@jorgesajuan1213]

I recognize all great players Kobe was special cause he worked hard to get those championships he was only 43 my age

[@joshgonzales2459]

You see Laker/Kobe haters? This is why we love Kobe. He brings us intense and emotional experiences that we will NEVER forget. Say what you want about him (old, ball hog, etc.), he has impacted many lives in a positive way. Kobe is a true legend that will never die in memory. Even after his death.

[@irishock]

Like quitting in game 7 of this very series?

[@irishock]

3 shots in the second half ain't enough.

[@joshgonzales2459]

Rick Steck First of all, how the hell do you +1 your own comment?? Please take that off, that's just stupid. Second, Kobe haters will hate on Kobe no matter what. He doesn't shoot a lot, he's a quitter. He shoots a lot, he's a ball hog. Scores a lot, he can't pass. Gets a ton of assists, he can't score. These are all statements I hear over and over from haters. No respect for talent.

[@joshgonzales2459]

Rick Steck Just trying to help out because it makes you look stupid, but if you want to look stupid..go ahead.lol It's your God given right. You do agree though that there are Kobe haters out there that would hate Kobe for anything the same way there are Kobe lovers out there that would love Kobe for anything? Why choose a side. My side is neutral. In my original post, all I said is that he brings moments that we cannot forget and these memories makes him a legend to many people.

[@understandmenowson7676]

Josh Gonzales He brings memories for laker fans no doubt, also from entertainment value... top 5 most entertaining player ever! However I don't think he's a "legend". Definitely a hall of famer though.

[@mqsseo]

"Bryant for the win... Buzzzzz.... BANG!" I heard that a lot of times.

[@imsljr420]

well they kept replaying it over and over again on NBATV

[@BigMike_RTTV]

What an honor it was to have witnessed Kobe in my lifetime.... RIP King 😞

[@ronnymerc4808]

I’ll never forget Tim Thomas’s reaction. He played his ass off that game. Rip Kobe.

[@xeonxity3402]

Tim Thomas would soon have his revenge in game #6

[@RobloxRandomMadness]

MVP Chants gave me the chills.

[@RobloxRandomMadness]

***** Damn lol

[@RobloxRandomMadness]

Lol

[@Whobilly]

+LAXRoblox same lol

[@AlanSelph]

I swear

[@austinzzzz115]

Omega /// Then he choked the 3-1 lead...

[@MakinStrxdez]

Who's here after Kobe died...😪 R.I.P LEGEND

[@itzculley]

Here

[@stevea33333]

I was here before now I’m here after too me he’s a legend legends never die for ever Kobe will be in the worlds heart ❤️ because of him I have the “mamba” mentality 💯🙌🏽💪🏽

[@rodolfovilla8856]

Growing up with Kobe is my most amazing in my life...

[@TacticalBaconYoutubeChannel]

Happy Birthday Kobe 💜💛

[@williestewart6520]

Bro I'm still messed up over this man's death.

[@bionicprince]

Willie Stewart Likewise my dude!

[@MrTachyon]

We all are 😞

[@900KING2]

Same

[@captcav767]

I feel ya my brother, everyday i think about it

[@thanos9545]

Willie Stewart I’m saying man. Like I would understand if it was a illness or old age but a helicopter crash is just tragic.

[@uvuvwevwevweonyetenyevweug9353]

That awkward moment when an 06 video have higher a quality than most of the vids nowadays.

[@isaiaharmand9901]

Not better than quality nowadays your smoking but its great quality in this video

[@TheMW2informer]

Isaiah Armand it’s literally the exact same quality, 1080p resolution, 1920x1080 pixels. HD has been around a looong time, first MLB game in HD was in 1998. 4K TV is juuust now starting as NBA has only a few 4K games a month now, all on directv with a special box.

[@1ZosoLZ]

Why do you act surprised? You acting like 2006 supposed to be in black and white lmao

[@CD-pj5qi]

@@1ZosoLZ nope

[@Fatmouse25]

KZbin didn't allow hd back then I guess a 2008 upload made the cut for some hd while ,1080p is rare back then too.

[@hayronhaneydelacruz5027]

kobe ​​was the best player in the nba and nobody will surpass him

[@lizzodawson7760]

I was 11 years old. I'm 25 now...I'm thankful for my childhood.

[@maxmasify]

dude these like 5 years, lakers and the suns were the biggest rivals. Its crazy when ever they played

[@wesm2691]

We kicked the Suns ass all the time

[@TheV-tx3gy]

Wes m except this series LOL

[@maxmasify]

LCRNGaming lol true that

[@HealthInspectorz]

Dat Kobe Fan the artest shot in 2010 ill never forget that

[@worldofwarcraftowns1]

Dat Kobe Fan KOBE!!!!!!!

[@shahinmonjezi]

Thank you for the memories Kobe...It was a privilege to witness greatness on Earth

[@Frostyy_93]

When even the other team stands in awe that is the greatness of Kobe Bryant

[@lakersworld2125]

Never ever will forget this game and moment I yelled on the top of my lungs pounded my chest like I just made the shot 💯!!!!!!

[@user-mz4nn6yj2y]

Lets Appreciate Smush Parker's steal a little more, he deserve just as much credit as kobe did. Without the steal won't be a shot for kobe to make.

[@oscarfernandoparrabernal8026]

OMG I've seen this video thousands of times and never thought I'd put RIP KOBE

[@kennethhill613]

People die everyday..just because he was great at basketball doesnt make it any different

[@koabe248]

@@kennethhill613 bro we understand that, but when someone you loved and admired, and someone that gave you inspiration to be the best version of yourself..passes away, I think people have a right to feel sad and reflect on what he meant to them. You didn't have to point that out.

[@theapexmusicgroupllc]

Jan 12, 2022 I’m still here. Hero forever 🙏🏾 #LongLiveGiGiandKobe

[@AWBOfficial994]

Happy Belated birthday, Mamba. Mamba Forever ♾️ 8-24-23

[@Mlbbeatthestreak12]

One of Kobe’s finest moments. This was incredible

[@Xhoven]

Yeah, this is THE signature Kobe moment imo.

[@bzap1237]

The memories man. Shit doesn’t feel real bros.

[@Mr714finest]

This is the day Kobe got my full respect

[@jody024]

Fond memories, and then the memory comes back of the Suns winning the round by 3-4.....

[@althom9928]

That game tying shot by Kobe in the 4th quarter is underrated. That was a great in and out move to get by Bell and a TOUGH shot over Diaw. To shoot it with that kind of arch. RIP KOBE! You gave us great memories.

[@jimmyrodriguez5670]

I would love to have gotten a chance to ask him why he decided not to go backboard on that. Such a difficult shot.

[@samahen522]

@@jimmyrodriguez5670 it would of got blocked

[@farstrider4592]

He didn’t often use a teardrop either but of course he would try it in the clutchest of situations

[@foxfoxfox4866]

Legend, rest in peace. I remember this game like yesterday. I came here cause it's my most personal memory of the Mamba. Damn man. Sad.

[@apocalypto2011]

I miss those glory days when basketball were a genuine competinion, and when stars like Kobe Bryant shone with their own light.

[@TruthPrevails89]

Kobe did stuff that Lebron can never touch. RIP Kobe.

[@maksimlozanoski]

"BRYANT FOR THE WIN!!!!!!!!"

[@solitary2]

Maksim Lozanoski Love that line

[@fernandoraspante4752]

Maksim Lozanoski *BAANGG!!!!!!*

[@lowrivera]

I grew up in Inglewood, on Osage Ave off of Manchester, literally a block from the Forum. I got the very tail end of the showtime era, and the Lakers still played at the Forum for a few more years including Kobe's first three seasons. I can't express how emotional I get watching these old clips, I was a young teen and I recalling the pride I had and still retain in the Lakers. No matter what happens, I am a die hard Lakers fan. Magic, Kareem, Shaq, and Kobe all contributed to the best memories I have of my team.

[@bigcheech1937]

Kobe united LA forreal 🙏🏾

[@tomwanner5786]

Kobe was incredible. RIP MAMBA!!!

[@davidl242]

Lol the love between Kobe and his brother Smush 😍😍 Watching this game doesn’t feel as good knowing Tim Thomas got his revenge next game

[@rac50172015]

Game tying shot was more impressive considering the degree of difficulty. His side step on bell avoided the charge and floater above the outstretched arms of the defender at that angle was beautiful.

[@musiconcloud17]

I said the same thing. Such a clutch shot. I remember watching live and couldn't believe what i was seeing.

[@tcminnis4707]

Underrated ass shot bro. On God that in and out frozed him. GREATEST ONE ON ONE PLAYER EVER. A move for every occasion

[@chitownstaydown8856]

Kobe Bryant is the best tough shot maker of all time. I don't care anymore and I'm a die hard Mike fan from the 90's but this guy's degree of difficulty on his 3's, layups , dunks etc is like no other. Im not saying Kobe better I'm just acknowledging his greatest!

[@Each1teach2]

Kobe is a poor man's copy of jordan. U kids don't what you're talking about. Kobe can't hold jordans jockstrap especially the 85 to 93 version of mj. Most of u kids weren't around then

[@TUBESTEAKNIG]

I seriously almost cry whenever I watch this. Chills too

[@hunterdoherty3727]

TUBESTEAKNIG I’m crying

[@ErrollWilliams]

That was when my grandpa (Horner) passed away when I couldn't believe my eyes. I never forget that moment RIP Kobe.

[@Makaveli5136]

I remember watching this Sunday afternoon… I was jumping for joy when it went to ot and that last shot! Mannn memories! Rip KB24

[@szammm1]

Kobe is the best. Robbed of MVPs. Saved the ball and closed the game with a win. He wanted to win so bad..a champ and a great man till the end. Binge watching all Kobe vids

[@soccerplyr8]

Dude dominated the league and was it's best player for a decade. 1 mvp is a joke. MVP award is a joke. Voted by "writers" lmao

[@eyeconqueror1185]

@@soccerplyr8 He was never the best player lol. Duncan and LeBron were better during his prime for example.

[@soccerplyr8]

@@eyeconqueror1185 Makes sense why you have Homer Simpson as your icon picture. You're an idiot! Kobe dominated the league for a decade. You're probably 16 and play fortnite so go watch highlights on youtube kid.

[@calvinhobbes5524]

@@soccerplyr8 lol no.

[@nahcreo6777]

@@eyeconqueror1185 Duncan always had a staked team

[@BigZ627]

Hours after this legendary game, Gianna was born. RIP to both of them. 😢💔

[@MrSheduur]

Oh yes I remember, he was saying in an interview later when he was asked how it felt to win that game and get the best team in the league to the brink of elimination and he said that all he wanted was to end it as quickly as possible to not get into another overtime with his wife expecting to give birth anytime soon. I guess that makes this moment even more significant in the big picture.

[@mdbillah3408]

Never knew what basketball is till I started watching this man play..never miss any game when this man played..miss you Kobe so much..RIP..🥲🥲

[@CREEDO.]

*that was so poetic, that was so beautiful*

[@XxZer049xX]

My all time favorite Kobe moment. #thankyoukobe

[@huntermielke12]

This game is the first thing I think of when I hear "kobe". I'm tearing up watching this. It just heartbreaking for someone this inspirational to be gone in the blink of an eye. Prayers out to his Wife, his daughter, the pilot, the other two aboard, and everybody else involved💜💛

[@alexanderb4165]

I remember jumping up and down in my room when I saw this game. Moments like these you remember clear as day! KOBE forever!!!!!

[@hykeembatts2006]

That floater by kobe was the toughest shot in nba history 😬

[@joe62591]

i can spend a whole day wtaching his highlights and still loving every moment of it. u will be missed Mamba

[@davidmel2689]

And then he rushed home to witness his 2nd child be born a few hours later. Happy Bday GiGi. You would be 14 today...

[@joshserrano832]

I still get chills watching this. I remember watching this live. Rip kobe!

[@danyboo2486]

The nostalgia. 💛💜 what a time to be alive. Kobe Bryant was art on the court

[@derrickhowardjr3872]

Man Kobe should've gotten MVP that season and the Lakers should of beaten the suns

[@dextercannon5299]

yep!!

[@TheRabidbunnies]

Yeah if it wasn't for that bullshit rape case he woulda won by a mile

[@chowderchowdown]

+King Chen Rape case doesn't matter because Lebron was still ahead of him in the MVP race. He had better stats and better record. Lebron(31.4, 7.0, 6.6, 48%FG, 50 wins) Kobe(35.4, 5.3, 4.5, 45%FG, 45 wins)

[@Al-pt7nv]

+Jesus Walks Well just look at the Lakers roster it was on of the worst they ever had (except Kobe of course)

[@malevolent9505]

+MrBrenman21 well the suns was suppose to win , Kobe had Smush Parker , kwame brown and Chris mimh you expect them to beat the Suns ? Number 2 seed ? Kwame brown? Kwame brown

[@markhunter8003]

Damn i can't believe its almost been 10 years since this happened wow time flies

[@keysersoze5032]

Your profile pic 😂😂😂

[@julioernestomoretacastillo2366]

12 years now

[@reggiemccoy3265]

Jordan Fan In House: "God Please Continue To Bless Kobe Bryant's Wife and Her Family Kobe Is In The Kingdom Of Heaven With My Father, and Grandfather Much Love and Respect." 😥😪😢😭

[@mike12345807]

That man gave LA so much to cheer for. So many exciting moments

[@allanbillings3587]

The stutter move he put on Raja Bell and degree of difficulty on the regulation shot was just spectacular !

[@jonesseysackslinger6152]

Rest In Peace to this legend😭 I remember watching this game and being so happy when this happened. Every time I watched highlights of it afterwards I’d tear up in excitement. Such a wildly exciting ball player

[@tuanphan5816]

can't believe he's gone. rip kobe.

[@Watts412]

I'll never forget this game and I'll never get tired of coming back

[@giorgosgan4493]

This was the day i fell in love with basketball,this was the day i idolized a man,this was the day,as a 10 years old kid,that made me start playing basketball at my local team. All thanks to you.All thanks to my idol.Not only sports idol,but something much,much bigger than just this. The 1/26/2020,hurted me and so many others around the world and especially at ages between 20-35.And the craziest thing?We didn't even know him,but i felt like i lost a family member. This wound will never be healed,till the day i die as well like everyone. I will never forget you.Thank you.For everything. One of your biggest fans from Greece.

[@mariomartins2694]

A memory from my childhood where I will NEVER forget where I was and who I was with. The amount of happiness and joy that this stranger brought into my childhood will never be forgotten

[@markw4418]

He might have missed quite a bit of shots at the end of the game but oh man, when the game is on the line every true basket ball fan knows he is going to get and deep in your heart (lakers or opponents) knows he is going to MAKE THE SHOT. That is legend. Only Jordon got that kind of respect.

[@Trancymind]

Larry Bird had more game winning buzzer beaters shots than Jordan. Fact! Larry Bird had a broken knuckle that didn't heal properly throughout his NBA career. This is fact as well. Larry Bird rookie season, the previous year the Celtics had the 2nd worst record in the league, with Larry as a rookie they had the best record in the league without Mchale nor Parish, they swept the Lakers in the season series and reached the East Finals. Jordan couldn't do much of an improvement on his rookie year for his team.

[@johnt6913]

There will never be another KOBE..RIP from HEAVEN