Kobe Bryant Isn't a Top-10 Player
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As a second-generation player, Dallas Mavericks forward Klay Thompson is well-versed when it comes to NBA history. Following a recent ranking of the league's best players ever, the veteran marksman rushed to the defense of one of his generation's greatest talents.
Bryant was an avid Dodgers fan and often attended home games at Dodger Stadium. The team also gave away custom Bryant jerseys last season that featured his No. 8 on the front and his No. 24 on the back. It had a "KB" patch on the sleeve and a snake in recognition of his Black Mamba nickname.