Kobe Bryant: NBA Rookie Year Highlights | Teenager Doing Work! 

I would say Rest In Peace Kobe but Kobe never rests

R.I.P to Kobe Bryant man prayers out to his family he was someone who everyone respected and loved and was not only a professional at what he's done for the franchise but also a public figure. Many people looked up to him and always will Kobe Bean Bryant we love you man

That last part with Byron Scott was great. It's crazy to think how it came full circle with him coaching Kobe his last couple seasons. He knew early on Kobe was gonna be a once in a generation player and man did he prove him right and then some.

"The kid" became a legend.

"Mark my words.." the rest is history.

I am one happy man being able to say i grew up in the Kobe Bryant era. Rest In Peace, Mamba !

RIP Kobe. Hearing “Kobe Bryant died” just doesn’t sound right.

When MJ said he leaves the game in good hands he was talking abt Kobe

It has been a week and I still can't believe the fact Kobe's no longer with us he and his daughter gigi..so so sad💔☹️

r.i.p legend we will never forget about u 🙏🏾😭❤️

1.Fro Kobe 2.Champ Kobe 3.All Star Kobe 4.Bald Kobe 5. H.O.F Kobe 6. MVP Kobe 7. Athletic Kobe 8. Injured Kobe (Torn Achilles game) 9. Prime Kobe 10. Teenage Kobe The last digit is the Kobe you are

I was 14 his rookie year. At the time, I still idolized Michael Jordan, but Kobe was a close 2nd after MJ retired.

R.I.P to the legend

You will be missed. One of the greatest to ever do it.

Kobe and Pac had a similar vibe about them at times....very interesting!

We should all feel blessed to have witnessed this man play the game of basketball .

It all started in 1996.. as young teenager myself I grew up watching you.. even tho you wore just a year older than me.. But it seem like we already had a connection.. my first Jersey I ever bought was your number 8 rookie Jersey (champion) my first pair of shoes i ever bought myself were the Adidas crazy 97 EQT elevation. Now I sit here and tell myself, before you came a long.. my mentality was already on attack mode and if injured, still go out there and kick ass.. You came into our lives and that mentality became...MAMBA MENTALITY.... were you came from, the color of skin, the money you made and you being a celebrity.. that didn't matter one bit.. I saw that IT factor in you, and that is what made me a fan and being able to connect with you.... miss you mamba... it all started in 96..#8 .....R.I.P...🐍

Better than 90% of the current nba, at the age of 18. GOATbe Bryant

all I've been doing is watching kobe videos since his passing.... still doesn't feel real

In his 1st year you can already see the talent, the tenacity. We miss you Kobe.

Byron Scott (the guy sitting with the Mamba) loved Kobe so much that he ended up as his final coach. Too bad it was such a forgettable tenure. At least there was a time where his talent analysis was spot-on.

He has and will always be my hero my favorite player and my role model as a father ⭐️⭐️💜💛kobegigi ✝️

R.I.P Kobe on this the day you left us.

Will never forget the heart and passion he always played with. Rest in Peace Kobe 😪 You gave it your all and LA will always love you!

I'm glad I got to see the greatest players in their prime. 1. MJ 2.Ken Griffey jr 3. Koby Bryant 4.Wayne Gretzky 5. Shaquille O'neal 6.Derek Jeter 7. Joe Montana 8. Mike Tyson.

RIP to a legend ❤️

Sad thing he retired last year just before I went to college here in US... One of my lifelong dreams watching kobe live.

KOBE. There was nothing like watching him play live in his early NBA days- man, he was lightening quick, explosive and fast and smooth and brilliant!! He was extremely intelligent (of course)-- way beyond his years that was largely unappreciated by some of his peers early on due to petty jealousies. But Byron Scott knew... he knew. My heart breaks for KOBE, Gianna... Vanessa..the families. 😥🙏🏿🎚

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Rip Kobe Bryant. I never met you. But your lost cuts deep! Rip to your daughter as well & the other families involved in the crash! You’ll all will truly be missed 💔💔💔💔💔

Crazy he played like grant hill and jordan then became his own player and became a legend. RIP kobe ✊🏾💯

Damn! I watched every minute of this. I knew from day one what i was watching was Jordan's replacement in the NBA. And i was in Brooklyn, NY at the time!

I cant believe he was literally 18. Just the year before he was giving class presentations, now he has a full-time job with a billion dollar corporation

I still can't believe that Kobe Bryant is gone now but your spirit and legacy will live forever and RIP KOBE AND GIGI

To hear Chick Hearn call those games is nostalgic!

So many good players but There CAN ONLY BE 1that SHINES OUT as the BEST PLAYER!!!!! #KOBEBRYANT. RIP IN HEAVEN..

🐐🐐#MambaMentality 🐍

People often forget how good Kobe was before he tore his ACL injury. Kobe was unbelievable on both sides of the court - and of course off the court as well. You will be missed.

RIP KOBE!

Rest up Kobe, Gianna and all the other victims.

His leaping ability improved over the first 5-6 years of his career.

RIP KOBE 😭

At 18 year's old you can clearly see how much influence Michael Jordan had on him, almost identical to Jordan's game.

A legend had emerged since. RIP pal.

Back thens Charlotte Hornets GM must still be kicking himself to this day for sending away Kobe!!!

Rip Legend 😭🙏

Damn. I could watch this all day.

Goat RIP Kobe Bryant black mamba

Is it just me or does Kobe look a lot like 2pac?

The last part with Byron Scott hits different now. RIP KOBE!

This is my opinion so please don't judge Michael Jordan best in:1990's Kobe best in: 2000's Lebron best in: 2010's But MJ is the goat cuz of 6 championships

One of my most favorite athletes ever. Kobe is THE shit!! Cool to see him playing against John Stockton

Did he know how legendary he'd be?

Rip to Kobe Bryant Man This Still Hurts...

Kobe was the best that ever played basketball. There will never be another Kobe.

R.I.P Kobe and Gianna😢😰😭👼👩😓😥💔🏀🙏😞

4:45 “ mark my words is going to be unbelievable” and he was RIP KOBE 💛💜

RIP Kobe! If you’ve ever loved basketball you have to respect Kobe, he was the man and always will be.

People are creatures of the moment , they forget how great Kobe was .

Young Kobe was fun to watch

1:21 Announcer mentions Malik Sealy, another NBA player killed in a tragic accident. Creepy.

Rest in Paradise Kobe 1-26-2020

Still don’t feel right saying “rip Kobe”

he’s the best bro he is

Unfortunately I was not able to watch one live Kobe game in his entire career

Rip kobe 😢

Baby MJ No Doubt. Kobe Stole MJ's Moves. Rest In Heaven Bro. Chicagoooo

RIP Legend. Rest in power.

Had to come back here. Rest in Power Kobe and Gigi Bryant 💔

I love high flying number 8 but the precision and skill of number 24 will always be my favorite to watch and remember

Everyone's love Kobe now. But when he first started everyone hated him. He was so cocky

Kobe had the juice, drive n determination since jump 🏀👑👍

HE VIRTUALLY LOOKS THE SAME!!!! 😱😱😱

This was just highlights of his rookie year ! Crazy! This why he 🐐

I wanna be like Kobe.

Rip king Kobe still in shock, bless up

I wasn’t going to be born till 4 years later.

you know youre old when you rooted for him as a rookie, then watch his number get retired. damn it, time flies

If only Chick was still alive to see what kind of player Kobe had become.

gone too soon 😥😥 RIP Kobe-Gigi and to the 7 people died in the crash.

Great video of the black mamba Kobe Bryant the greatest laker ever! #Lakersforlife! #Bobbyspats! Thank You!

Rip man we will miss you

Jeez, I miss him. I'm from Chicago and a Bulls fan where MJ is God but I was too young to see most of MJ's career. I saw Kobe more! RIP Kobe! Legends never die 🏀♥️🙏🏽

💜💛 REST IN PEACE KOBE 💜💛

1:55 john stockton? didn't know they played in the same era lol damn kobe old AF

Mamba is out, but not forgotten. Good my hero

Hearing Chick say Kobe's name... damn that's legit AF

I am lost for words now but koby u had really a great run young Man u lit up the highlight reel i know michael Jordan your idle u made all of your fans hapy& proud of u nba world champ 5 times u & daughter giigi up stairs with father god rip koby gigi

If Social Media existed in Kobe’s rookie year then Laker fans would demand he be traded. People need to give Ingram and Lonzo time

Truly amazing. 🙏 RIP Mamba

Kobe Bryant NBA Hall of Fame

You are greatly missed. KB HOF. Mamba mentality lives.

Kobe was ahead of his time. Look at the other guys on the court! Lol Guys aren't as tough but the are waaay more athletic overall.

😔I miss u already man😢🙏

I enjoyed the Byron Kobe interaction moment.

There will never be another. Just like Jordan. Many will come close but never ever be the same. RIP Mamba.

Thought i was watching jordan

Happy Birthday Kobe❤

When Kobe wore No. 8 he was the closest to Michael Jordan game then.

I wish I watched Kobe live..at least I have his jersey.