Did Kobe ever play against LeBron?

Kobe Bryant was 6-16 versus LeBron James in his career.
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Did LeBron and Kobe play against each other?

This is the detail of NBA games in which Kobe Bryant and LeBron James played against each other, including head-to-head record, stats average, game highs and game-by-game data both in the Regular Season and Playoffs. They faced each other a total of 22 times in NBA games.
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How many times did LeBron beat Kobe Bryant?

Kobe Bryant had a 6-16 record versus LeBron James in his career.
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What is LeBron record against Kobe?

LeBron James has a record of 16-6 versus Kobe Bryant in his career.
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Who was better Kobe or LeBron?

Kobe has won the league's scoring title twice, LeBron has led the league in scoring just once (though it must be mentioned LeBron narrowly missed out on his second last year, when Kevin Durant edged him by just . 4 points per contest). Yes Kobe once scored 81 points in a single basketball game.
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Kobe Bryant vs. LeBron James LAST ASG Duel (2016.02.15) - Mamba for 10 Pts, 7 Ast; King for 13 Pts



Who is the real goat of basketball?

Who is the GOAT in the NBA? The most common (and correct) answer to this question is former Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan. 'Air Jordan' won no fewer than six NBA championships during his time with the Chicago Bulls, claiming the Finals MVP award on all six occasions.
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Who is the greatest Laker ever?

Kobe Bryant is the greatest Laker of all time. The Mamba has won five championships in Los Angeles and accumulated some serious hardware along the ride. He was the league's Most Valuable Player in 2008, won NBA Finals MVP in 2009 and 2010, made 15 All-Star appearances and is the franchise's all-time leading scorer.
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Who has beat LeBron James the most?

10 Players Who Won The Most Games Against LeBron James: Paul Pierce Was The King's Kryptonite
  1. Paul Pierce - 34 Wins (35-34 Record)
  2. Andre Iguodala - 30 Wins (39-30 Record) ...
  3. David West - 30 Wins (33-30 Record) ...
  4. Kevin Garnett - 29 Wins (31-29 Record) ...
  5. Shaun Livingston - 28 Wins (25-28 Record) ...
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Did Kobe and LeBron ever meet in the finals?

James and Bryant were the two best players in the league at the time, and it was only right for them to meet up in the 2009 NBA Finals. The Lakers and Cavaliers both made it to the conference finals as most people expected.
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How many games did Kobe and LeBron play?

Kobe Bryant. Amazingly, LeBron and the late Kobe Bryant never faced each other in the NBA Finals, despite one of the two playing in the championship series every season from 2007-16, before Kobe's retirement. In the regular season, they met 22 times, with LeBron dominating the series 16-6.
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Did LeBron play against Jordan?

KD went on to emphasize that there really was no need to compare LeBron James to Michael Jordan. The two never played against one another, and never will. “Why the hell are we always comparing these guys like they going to play against each other?
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What is Kobe win/loss record?

Kobe Bryant is fifth among current NBA players, winning 65.8 percent of the games he has played in. His regular season record is 701-356 (. 663) and his postseason record is (126-72).
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Is Kobe Bryant the greatest Laker of all time?

Jason “White Chocolate” Williams is wrong … Kobe Bryant's not only in the top five greatest Lakers of all time — he's number one! … that's according to former Los Angeles Lakers center (and former Kobe teammate) John Salley, who tells TMZ Sports there is no better Laker ever than the Black Mamba.
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Who is the most famous player on the Lakers?

Kobe Bryant is simply one of the greatest players ever, tangibly and intangibly. He finished as the highest scorer in Lakers' history.
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Who's more clutch Jordan or LeBron?

In conclusion, LeBron is much more clutch than Jordan. When the two smelled blood and had a chance to eliminate their opponents, LeBron wins 1.6% more often. When their backs are against the wall, LeBron wins 16.7% more often. Jordan only improved slightly in a few categories when facing elimination.
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Is LeBron greater than Jordan?

LeBron James: Regular season stats. Jordan is superior in the scoring department, but James grabs rebounds and dishes out assists at a higher rate. While both players are known for tenacious defense on the wing, Jordan finished first in the league in steals three times in his career.
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Who is better Kobe or Jordan?

While we're giving Kobe the edge over Jordan on their head-to-head matchups, Jordan wins the conversation when it comes to career accolades. Bryant was a 5x NBA Champion while Jordan won 6 titles, including a 6-0 record in the Finals. Bryant, on the other hand, finished his career with a 5-2 record in the Finals.
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What were Kobe's last words?

Kobe shared some last words of wisdom and motivation before his heartbreaking death. “Hello everyone, I'm so sorry can't be with you tonight,” he said in a video posted on Twitter.
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Who has worst record in NBA?

The Minnesota Timberwolves have the lowest win–loss record percentage, with 1,049–1,581 (. 399). The Boston Celtics have recorded the most wins, with 3,513; the Sacramento Kings have recorded the most losses with 3,187. The Boston Celtics lead the association with the most played games, with 5,950.
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Who has the most NBA MVPs?

For now, here's a look at the players with the most NBA MVPs after Jokic joined the multi-MVP club:
  • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 6. 1971, 1972, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1980. ...
  • T-2. Bill Russell – 5. ...
  • T-2. Michael Jordan – 5. ...
  • T-4. Wilt Chamberlain – 4. ...
  • T-4. LeBron James – 4. ...
  • T-6. Moses Malone – 3. ...
  • T-6. Larry Bird – 3. ...
  • T-6. Magic Johnson – 3.
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Did LeBron play against Shaq?

They faced each other a total of 19 times in NBA games. Shaquille O'Neal has a 12-7 winning record over LeBron James. They each won 1 game in the Playoffs.
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Did LeBron play with Shaq?

LeBron James and Shaquille O'Neal paired up on the Cavs in 2009-10. Through the first seven seasons of his career, LeBron James transformed the Cavaliers into one of the best teams in the league. They went to the NBA Finals in 2007 before having the NBA's best record in 2008-09.
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Did Jordan ever play against Kobe?

Kobe Bryant won five of eight head-to-head matchups with Michael Jordan. Jordan and Bryant squared off eight times during the four seasons in which they were in the league together.
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