Thanks to his aura and his maddening level, Kobe Bryant has always represented an example for players younger than him, including Kyrie Irving. The latter has just revealed the shocking remarks that the Black Mamba made to him several years ago.
In terms of charisma and presence, it’s difficult to do better than him in the history of the NBA. When Kobe Bryant entered the court, his aura alone allowed him to shine the spotlight on him. As a result, many young players took him as an example at the start of their career and admired him for all of his work. When he arrived in the league, this was also the case for Kyrie Irving.
Quite quickly, Uncle Drew impressed the rest of the circuit with his precocity. He even managed to catch the eye of Kobe, who agreed to take him under his wing. A bit like Michael Jordan was able to do with him, the Lakers legend was clearly keen to pass on his knowledge to his new disciple. The latter therefore took full advantage of it, even if it was not always idyllic.
Kobe’s big spike that shook Kyrie Irving
To date, the biggest accomplishment of Kyrie Irving’s career remains the 2016 title obtained with the Cavaliers. That year, Kobe Bryant was playing his last season in the league and was therefore able to witness the advent of his foal. To motivate him, he also released a huge provocation that the current Mavericks star recounted a few months ago during one of his Twitch lives:
I saw him in Los Angeles the day before the last game we played against him. We went out and he gave me extra motivation in his own way. He told me, “Man, I think Golden State is going to win the title this year.” » Bro, can you imagine Kobe saying that? We’re talking about my hero… I looked at him like, “He didn’t just tell me that, he can’t!” »
I stared at him and said, “No, it’s not going to happen like that.” What are you talking about ? » He replied, “They have a very good team this season. You have the weapons to fight them, but I think they have a good chance.” He said Steph was too strong that year. I was like, “Dude, I don’t want to hear about Steph right now.” I respect him but I’m going to hit him.”
By warming up Kyrie a little, Kobe managed to create a demon who went all the way to the playoffs. By stopping the Warriors dynasty from Stephen Curry, the leader built his legend alongside an equally incredible LeBron James. Uncle Drew therefore probably remains eternally grateful to his lifelong mentor, who allowed him to transcend himself to experience the most beautiful moment of his career.
Kyrie Irving will remember the 2016 title until the end of his days. For the moment, it is the only one of his career. Suffice it to say that it retains a particular flavor, all the more so taking into account this revelation on Kobe Bryant’s contrary prediction.
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