Kobe Bryant was always a man of rich legacy. You could have asked him before his NBA career began if he was going to be a champion, a Hall of Famer, a legend, and you would have gotten the same answer for each – absolutely.
It’s part of what made Kobe seem so indestructible, and part of what made his loss even more painful.
In a chilling archived video from ESPN, Kobe can be seen reflecting on his NBA career. He’s discussing how he would like to be remembered as a player, but it’s impossible not to translate that over to another conversation after yesterday’s news.
Didn’t waste a moment. Didn’t waste a day. Not taking anything for granted. It’s perfect.
Kobe earned the respect of everyone he met, and the Mamba Mentality is a legacy that won’t be going anywhere soon.
(H/T ESPN)
