Published 10:18 IST, November 18th 2019
WATCH: LeBron James greets Kobe Bryant courtside, dunks incredible three-pointer
NBA: Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James shook hands with Kobe Bryant while playing the Atlanta Hawks. Bryant was attending the game with his daughter Ginna.
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Los Angeles Lakers’ fans witnessed LeBron James and Kobe Bryant share a moment during the Lakers Sunday night game against the Atlanta Hawks at the Staples Center. Bryant was seated at courtside along with his daughter Ginna. James shook hands with the former NBA star when both teams faced a dead-ball situation, after which James shot a three-pointer from behind the arc. After retiring, Bryant had stated that he will not be attending too many live games as he wanted to spend more time with his family, which is why his appearance was a rare thing at NBA games. James had previously greeted Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray who had attended their match against the Phoenix Suns last week.
NBA: Kobe Bryant at Lakers’ game
Both James and Bryant have been called the greatest NBA players when they were at the peak of their career. However, they never competed in a final. In 2009, the Lakers made it to the finals, but James’ Cleveland Cavaliers were knocked out by Orlando Magic during the Eastern Conference finals. Bryant retired in 2016, after playing 20 seasons with the Lakers and 5 NBA Championships. James’ is averaging at 24.3 points, 7.7 rebounds and 11.1 assists per game.
Updated 11:29 IST, November 18th 2019