Kobe Bryant’s English name is Kobe Bryant.

Kobe Bryant was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1978. He is a former American professional basketball player who serves as a shooting guard and small forward. He is nicknamed "Black Mamba" and "Peter Pan". He was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the 13th pick in the first round of 1996 and was later traded to the Lakers. He played for the NBA Los Angeles Lakers throughout his NBA career and is the son of former NBA player Joe Bryant.

In 2016, Kobe became the "voter king" of the 2016 NBA All-Star Game and led the Western Conference All-Star starters. This is the 18th time Kobe has been selected to the All-Star team, ranking second in history. Later, Kobe Bryant announced his retirement after the last regular season game of his career against the Jazz at home. On December 19, 2017, the Lakers played against the Warriors at home, and a ceremony was held for Kobe Bryant's No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys to be retired at midfield.

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Kobe is a shooting guard who can play the small forward position. In 2007, ESPN sports reporters voted for the greatest shooting guard in history, with Kobe ranked second only to Jordan.

Kobe is a prolific scorer, averaging 25 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.4 steals in his career. He is considered one of the most complete players in the NBA. He is the first player in NBA history to score 30,000 points and 6,000 assists. He is a player who has the ability to create scoring opportunities for himself. He also shared an NBA record 12 three-pointers in the NBA.

Kobe’s low post singles ability and fadeaway jump shot. Sports Illustrated NBA writer Chris Ballard described Bryant's movement as "using feet and timeouts." He places his off-center foot forward, allowing defenders to relax, then quickly begins to open up opponents and drive to the rim.

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