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Clippers forward Joe “Jellybean” Bryant blocks a shot during a 1980 game against the Lakers. Bryant may be best known as Kobe’s father, but he played eight seasons in the NBA before moving overseas to play in Italy. In this week’s Sports Illustrated, Chris Ballard profiles Kobe Bryant and the influence his father had on his life. (Richard Mackson/SI)
BALLARD: Where does Kobe’s greatness come from?
GALLERY: Rare Photos of Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant shows off his new mask during last night’s game against the Pistons. Bryant hit a game-tying shot shot to send the contest to overtime but Detroit prevailed 88-85. (Dan Lippitt/NBAE via Getty Images)
GALLERY: NBA Face Masks | Rare Photos of Kobe Bryant
ROBSON: Where do Lakers, Pistons rank in Power Rankings?
Kobe Bryant made history on Monday, passing former teammate Shaquile O’Neal to become the NBA’s fifth all-time leading scorer. Despite the record, the Lakers fell to the 76ers 95-90. Bryant score 28 points to reach a career total of 28,601, moving past O’Neal’s 28,596. (AP)
GALLERY: Rare Photos of Kobe Bryant
Allen Iverson attempts a layup against Kobe Bryant during Game 5 of the 2001 NBA Finals. This year’s 76ers squad has been one of the league’s biggest surprises and after last night’s victory over the Bulls, proved they are a serious Eastern Conference contender. (Andrew D. Bernstein/Getty Images)
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LOWE: Philly trounces the Bulls, prove they are contenders
LOWE: Can the Sixers hold up against elite defenses?
Many sports fans have compared Kobe Bryant to Michael Jordan, but how similar are their games? Very, as the gallery below reveals. The two have almost identical styles on the court. Check it out for yourself. (Jeff Gross/Getty Images; AP)
GALLERY: Kobe Bryant vs. Michael Jordan
LeBron James is guarded closely by Kobe Bryant during last night’s Heat-Lakers game. Despite the tight defense, James finished with 31 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists as Miami prevailed 98-87. (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
VIDEO: Watch highlights of the Heat-Magic game | Box Score
AMICK: Lakers assistant Person takes Kobe vs. Jordan
ROBSON: Bad road trip costs Heat in Power Rankings
Kobe Bryant and Chris Paul, who were thisclose to being teammates, pass each other during last night’s Lakers-Clippers game. Paul’s Clippers cruised to a 114-95 victory. (AP)
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Clippers pound Lakers | Game Story
JENKINS: New-look Clippers show power shifting in LA
LOWE: Controversy over Paul’s trade not going away
JENKINS: Renewed fight for L.A. in the Pacific Division
NBA Training Camps opened up over the weekend and from the looks of this photo, it’s going to be a long season for Kobe Bryant and Coach Mike Brown. (Jayne Kamin-Oncea-US PRESSWIRE)
GALLERY: NBA Players Return After Lockout
AMICK: Another Chris Paul deal falls through
LOWE: NBA in disarray with season 13 days away
In SI.com’s Point Forward NBA blog, we look at the possibility of the Lakers pursuing sign-and-trade deals for both Chris Paul and Dwight Howard. Though this is little more than a pipe dream, things may get a little hairy in the Staples Center locker room as Paul and Bryant haven’t always been best of friends on the court. (Photos by SI, AP)
COURT VISION: Lakers want Paul AND Howard?
Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal attempt to grab a rebound during Game 5 of the 2001 NBA Finals. The Lakers won the game and the championship as O’Neal was named MVP of the series. (John Biever/SI)
SI VAULT: Lakers win second straight title. Will they be together for No. 3? (6.25.01)
Kobe Bryant skies over Todd MacCulloch while converting a dunk during a 2000 game between the Lakers and 76ers. (Robert Beck/SI)
GALLERY: Rare Photos of Kobe Bryant
GALLERY: Iconic Photos of the Lakers
Kobe Bryant points an angry finger at Rajon Rondo during the second half of a 2009 Celtics-Lakers game. Unfortunately, these two rivals aren’t going to match up anytime soon as the NBA lockout appears no closer to a resolution than before the latest round of negotiations. (AP).
LOWE: Things to keep in mind after latest labor fallout
MANNIX: NBPA issues memo to all players | Read memo
LOWE: So you think nobody cares about the NBA, huh?
Kobe is expected to take his talents to Italy, but will he try his hand on the pitch as well as the hardwood?
GALLERY: Did You See That?
