LA Lakers to Retire Kobe Bryant's Jersey This Upcoming Season

Rightfully deserved.

Sports
3.3K 0 Comments

The time has come for Kobe Bryant to receive the honor he so deserves after dedicating 20 seasons to the Los Angeles Lakers. As a result of his illustrious career, Kobe Bryant will have his number 8 and 24 jersey numbers retired this season on December 18 before the Lakers take on the Golden State Warriors at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Throughout his time with the Lakers, “The Black Mamba” managed to snag five NBA Championships, two NBA Finals MVP Awards, the NBA’s Most Valuable Player Award, two Olympic Game gold medals, and third place on the league’s All-Time Scoring list, passing Michael Jordan. Stay tuned for more information regarding Kobe Bryant’s jersey retirement.

Read Full Article

What to Read Next

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant's First-Ever Game-Worn Jerseys Are Heading to Auction
Sports

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant's First-Ever Game-Worn Jerseys Are Heading to Auction

Expected to sell for a combined total of $20 million USD.

Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Linen” Pays Tribute to the Lakers' Origins
Footwear

Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Linen” Pays Tribute to the Lakers' Origins

Arriving in a neutral beige and bright blue colorway.

Luka Dončić Funds Restoration of Vandalized Kobe and Gigi Bryant Mural
Art

Luka Dončić Funds Restoration of Vandalized Kobe and Gigi Bryant Mural

Honoring the legacy of the late Lakers legend.


Buss Family To Sell Majority Ownership of Los Angeles Lakers for $10 Billion USD Valuation
Sports

Buss Family To Sell Majority Ownership of Los Angeles Lakers for $10 Billion USD Valuation

Jeanie Buss will continue to serve as the team’s governor.

WACKO MARIA's Fall/Winter 2017 Collection Is Filled With Diverse Patterns
Fashion

WACKO MARIA's Fall/Winter 2017 Collection Is Filled With Diverse Patterns

Two-toned, camo, and tiger stripe patterns.

James Franco Is Tommy Wiseau in New 'The Disaster Artist' Trailer
Entertainment

James Franco Is Tommy Wiseau in New 'The Disaster Artist' Trailer

Based on the film ‘The Room,’ the worst movie ever.

Thames Makes the Move Into Jewelry With a Stephen Webster Collaboration
Fashion

Thames Makes the Move Into Jewelry With a Stephen Webster Collaboration

The palace-affiliated brand drops its first jewelry capsule.

Helmut Lang Is Here to Make New York Fashion Great Again
Fashion 

Helmut Lang Is Here to Make New York Fashion Great Again

Can NYFW be saved? Shayne Oliver thinks so.

Banksy's Gift Shop, JR's Politically-Charged Mural & More Noteworthy Art Stories
Art 

Banksy's Gift Shop, JR's Politically-Charged Mural & More Noteworthy Art Stories

Including rare portraits of JAY-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and more.


AAPE Celebrates Its LA Store Opening With Exclusive Capsule Collection
Fashion 

AAPE Celebrates Its LA Store Opening With Exclusive Capsule Collection

The label ventures stateside.

BMW Unveils Its Latest Electric Concept Car, the i Vision Dynamics
Automotive

BMW Unveils Its Latest Electric Concept Car, the i Vision Dynamics

Part of the company’s commitment to electric vehicles.

SOPHNET. & Timberland's New Video Showcases Their Fall-Ready Collaboration
Fashion

SOPHNET. & Timberland's New Video Showcases Their Fall-Ready Collaboration

Dropping this week.

Cottweiler & Reebok Unveil Their First Collaboration in a Desert Oasis
Fashion

Cottweiler & Reebok Unveil Their First Collaboration in a Desert Oasis

High-end sportswear from the two brands.

LeBron James Shares a Glimpse of New Zippered Nike LeBron 15 Colorways
Footwear

LeBron James Shares a Glimpse of New Zippered Nike LeBron 15 Colorways

With a promise of more to come.

More ▾