Ding column: Bryant's genes, work led him here
You know Kobe Bryant's father played in the NBA. His mother's brother did, too. Looking back on it, you might say the genes preordained that he would be a basketball maven.
That, however, would be glossing over the work he has put in to maximize his considerable potential. And if you really want to talk about genetic potential, consider this never-before-told story:
Bryant's maternal grandmother, Mildred, went to West Philadelphia's Overbrook High School with Wilt Chamberlain. "He asked her to the prom," Bryant said, smiling. "But she shot him down. She was dating my grandpa." Just imagineForum permissions
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great article about Kobe- by K Ding
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Kevin Ding has been probably the best writer on the Lakers, including Kobe, for the past couple years. The information is exclusive and the insight is illuminating. His writing has gotten better since I started first reading his articles. He's got style and substance.
An invaluable read. Thanks, Snaq.
An invaluable read. Thanks, Snaq.
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agree, my second favorite is Helene Elliot from the LA Times.milesfides wrote:Kevin Ding has been probably the best writer on the Lakers, including Kobe, for the past couple years. The information is exclusive and the insight is illuminating. His writing has gotten better since I started first reading his articles. He's got style and substance.
An invaluable read. Thanks, Snaq.
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