Did Kobe lose the 81-point game?

That was until Kobe Bryant burned the Toronto Raptors on January 22, 2006 in one of the greatest single-game performances in NBA history. As the Lakers scored a 122-104 comeback victory at home, Bryant finished with 81 points on 28-of-46 shooting, including 7-of-13 from 3-point range, and 18-of-20 from the foul line.

Did Kobe score 81 points in a game?

Bryant scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors, in one of the greatest sporting displays of all time. However, some believe it could have been even better. Bryant scored 81 points with 21/33 two-point shots, 7/13 three-pointers and 18/20 free throws in 41 minutes and 56 seconds on the court.

Who was guarding Kobe when he dropped 81?

In honor of the 17-year anniversary, people throughout the NBA community shared their thoughts about the game, and even the man who guarded Kobe that day (former Raptors guard Jalen Rose) looked back on the moment.

How long did Kobe play in his 81 point game?

On this day 17 years ago, Kobe Bryant etched his name in NBA history once again when he dropped 81 points to dismantle the Toronto Raptors 122-104. He did it in just 42 minutes, but Bryant was confident he would've scored way north of 81 had he played for a full 48 minutes.

Who dropped 80 points in a game NBA?

Kobe Bryant's 81-point game is almost as famous as Chamberlain's 100. It's the only other time in NBA history a player has scored 80 or more points in a game, and only one other player (Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns) has hit 70 points since then.

The Game When Kobe Bryant Scored 81 Points

Who scored 73 points in an NBA game?

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The next non-Chamberlain 70-point game after Baylor's came in April 1978 when David Thompson poured in 73 points with the Denver Nuggets. That was followed by The Admiral, former San Antonio Spurs big man David Robinson, in April 1994 with a 71-point game.

How many 70-point games in NBA history?

A 70-point game is a rarity. Only six players in the history of the league have scored 70 points or more, with Wilt Chamberlain accounting for six of the 11 total scoring outbursts. Not all 70-point games are created equally, of course.

What was Kobes lowest scoring game?

Kobe Bryant posted his fewest points in a game 15 times, with 0 points.

How many 60 point games does Kobe have?

Only six players have scored 60 or more points on more than one occasion: Wilt Chamberlain (32 times), Kobe Bryant (6 times), Michael Jordan (4 times), James Harden (4 times), Damian Lillard (4 times), and Elgin Baylor (3 times).

What is Jordan's highest scoring game?

Michael Jordan posted his most points in a game against the Cavaliers on March 28, 1990, with 69 points.

Who was guarding Kobe when he dropped 80?

Unfortunately, Jalen Rose is also known for being the guy who let Kobe Bryant drop 81 on his head, and that reputation came back to haunt him when one heckler decided to roast Mr.

Who did Kobe say was the hardest player to guard?

Kobe Bryant was asked who the toughest player for him to guard in the Western Conference on the John Thompson Show the other day. This was Kobe's response: “Roy 365 days, seven days a week.

Who snapped Kobes finger back in place?

Lakers Lead on Twitter: "Throwback to Gary Vitti popping Kobe's dislocated finger back into place.

How many 50 point games does Lebron have?

James has recorded 50-plus points in 14 games over the course of his career.

How many 80 point games does Kobe have?

He has had 1 eighty-point game, 6 sixty-point games (including his final game), 26 fifty-point games, and 134 forty-point games in his career.

What's the most points Shaq ever scored?

In this episode of NBA Flashback we go back to March 6th, 2000 and relive the night Shaquille O'Neal set his career-high with 61 points on his birthday against the Clippers at Staples Center.

How many 70 point games does Kobe have?

Kobe Bryant played in 1 game with 70+ points.

Who has the most 70 point games?

Wilt Chamberlain has the most games with 70+ points in a season, with 3 games in 1962-63 and in 1961-62.

Who scored 69 points in the NBA?

On March 28th, 1990, Jordan's Chicago Bulls were playing against the Cleveland Cavaliers when he got hammered by Cleveland's defense. His reaction to the foul was as expected. He went on a tear and ended up scoring an incredible 69 points.

What is Jordan's lowest scoring?

Michael Jordan posted his fewest points in a game on December 15, 2002 and on April 2, 2002, with 2 points.

What is LeBron's lowest scoring game?

LeBron James scored his fewest points in a game against the Rockets on December 29, 2004, with 3 points.

Did Kobe ever go scoreless?

It's Nov. 3, 1996, a Sunday, and Kobe Bryant eventually enters the game. After a DNP in Los Angeles's opener two days earlier, Bryant's highly anticipated NBA debut is measured in minutes, 6:22 to be exact, not points as the rookie goes scoreless, on only one FGA.

Who has the most 90 point games in NBA history?

Wilt Chamberlain had the most games with 90+ points, with 1 game.

Who has a 100 point game in the NBA?

On March 2, 1962, Wilt Chamberlain set the NBA single-game scoring record by tallying 100 points for the Philadelphia Warriors in a 169-147 victory over the New York Knicks.