Editor’s Note: A new series “Kobe: The Making of a Legend” traces the story of Kobe Bryant from his childhood in Italy to his athletic superstardom and provides an intimate look at his post ...

Kobe wasn't liked by his teammates in Italy. The relentless criticisms directed at Bryant only served to fortify his resolve. Instead of being dejected, "Black Mamba" became increasingly ...

Kobe's Italian qualities. Bryant lived in Italy between the ages of six and 13 while his father, Joe Bryant, played professionally for several teams in the country.

Danilo Gallinari is one of many NBA players who had a special connection to Kobe Bryant, but his includes their time overseas ...

"Just be careful out here, Paul" - Pierce recalls Kobe cautioning him to keep his guard up in L.A., not knowing he grew up in ...

Kobe had a brief flirtation with an Italian basketball club during the 2011 NBA lockout. ... "It's 95 percent done" - Kobe Bryant was reportedly close to playing in Italy during the NBA lockout.

Editor’s Note: A new series “Kobe: The Making of a Legend” traces the story of Kobe Bryant from his childhood in Italy to his athletic superstardom and provides an intimate look at his post ...

Bryant's youth basketball team poses for a picture in the early 1990s in Reggio Emilia, Italy. - Courtesy Davide Giudici Artwork of Kobe Bryant, pictured here in 2021, can still be seen around ...