Kobe Bryant names 3 WNBA players capable of succeeding in NBA currently

In a recent interview with CNN, former Lakers star Kobe Bryant stated that he thinks that some WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association) players can play in NBA right away if asked to. Bryant was asked about his daughter Gianna, who is currently playing basketball in her high school. Kobe Bryant also named three WNBA players that he thinks could start playing in NBA currently.

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Maya Moore amongst WNBA stars who should be in NBA: Kobe Bryant

Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore and Elena Della Donne are three WNBA players Kobe Bryant named. He added that re a lot of great players and could keep up with m. Maya Moore, who sat out 2019 season, has won WNBA MVP award in 2014. Maya Moore has also won four NBA championships. 

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Taurasi, on or hand, was 2004 WNBA first overall draft pick. She has also led all-time score list since 2017. Taurasi is a 9-time WNBA All-Star member and a 3-time WNBA champion with Phoenix Mercury. Taurasi is also called 'White Mamba', which is a derivative of Kobe Bryant's NBA nickname 'Black Mamba'. Elena is a 2-time WNBA MVP title winner and won championship last year. 

Earlier this month, it was revealed that players would be compensated with a tentative contract agreement which would increase aver WNBA salary. Ever since it's inception, WNBA salary and maternity benefits have been an issue. WNBA was created in 1996. 

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NBA 2019-20: Kobe Bryant reveals daughter Gigi got him back into NBA

In a recent podcast, Kobe Bryant revealed that Gigi really loves game, which is why he is w back watching all Lakers game on sidelines. Kobe Bryant also admitted that y w have a league pass. After Bryant retired, he had stated that he would watch less NBA games and focus on his family and or activities. Byrant first attended an Atlanta Hawks vs LA Lakers game in vember 2019 with his daughter Gigi. Since n, Kobe Bryant and Gigi have attended various NBA games throughout NBA 2019-20 season. 

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