Amazing Kobe Bryant Facts and Stats Every Baller Must Know in 2024

The Charlotte Hornets drafted him at the 13th spot of the NBA draft in 1996.

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After getting drafted, the Hornets traded Bryant to the Lakers for Vlade Divac.

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Kobe was named to the second team in the 1996–97 NBA season.

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Kobe “Bean” Bryant is the youngest player to become an All-Star in the NBA.

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He won the NBA All-Star Game MVP four times.

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Bryant was named NBA regular season MVP in 2008.

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He won the NBA Finals MVP award twice.

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He suffered severe injuries in 2013, which forced him to take time off.

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