Kobe Bryant & Michael Jordan - Identical Plays Part 3

[Smook A.]

Pretty cool. The moves are too similar.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=JnB9bvud6IU

[sportjames23]

#disgonbgud

[RoundMoundOfReb]

Often imitated never duplicated

[Mr. I'm So Rad]

Players use moves that other players use? Who would've thought?

[MastaKilla]

2 of the 5 best players to ever play the game.

Doing what only they can

[chosen_one6]

Pretty cool. The moves are too similar.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=JnB9bvud6IU

It's no secret that Kobe jacked off to all of Jordan's moves.

[kuniva_dAMiGhTy]

Pretty scary that Kobe adopted some of Jordan's mannerisms too, including his celebrations :biggums:

[Prometheus]

Props to Kobe... of all the kids who grew up and wanted to "be like Mike"... he did it better than anyone.

I noticed that on pretty much every turnaround jumper, Jordan was able to create more space than Kobe. I can't tell exactly why, because a lot of them seem to be just as quick, and Kobe seemed to jump just as high. Was Jordan just selling the fakes better?

[andgar923]

Props to Kobe... of all the kids who grew up and wanted to "be like Mike"... he did it better than anyone.

I noticed that on pretty much every turnaround jumper, Jordan was able to create more space than Kobe. I can't tell exactly why, because a lot of them seem to be just as quick, and Kobe seemed to jump just as high. Was Jordan just selling the fakes better?
Your observation is on point. MJ is more consistent at getting separation.

Even when MJ was a Wiz.

Why?

Stronger, better balance, footwork etc

[raprap]

Pretty scary that Kobe adopted some of Jordan's mannerisms too, including his celebrations :biggums:
Voice too :oldlol:

[inclinerator]

it's unbelievable how identical they are, no 2 players in nba history are more alike in their movements

[played0ut]

I honestly never thought there was anything wrong with that. No moves from post 80s or so are original.


Just so happens MJ is the person for Kobe to pick up moves from-- similar build and height. MJ used the most efficient moves for his body type-- naturally they would be Kobe's.

[Hoopz2332]

Pretty scary that Kobe adopted some of Jordan's mannerisms too, including his celebrations :biggums:


Kobe is so unoriginal:lol Swagger jacking at it's worst

[played0ut]

And mannerisms? Like the first pump? Nothing wrong with that. You look up to someone growing up and you take after them.

MJ picked up the tongue thing from his dad.

And hell, he learned his on court / off court demeanour from Dr. J. (he explicitly admitted it too)

[fragokota]

Nice video.

[20Four]

Kobe is so unoriginal:lol Swagger jacking at it's worst
stfu fakkit

[sammichoffate]

Kobe is so unoriginal:lol Swagger jacking at it's worsthttp://www.threadbombing.com/data/media/2/kobe.gif

[DonDadda59]

Props to Kobe... of all the kids who grew up and wanted to "be like Mike"... he did it better than anyone.

Jordan Stan Level Reached: GOD :bowdown:

http://www.lobshots.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/kobe-12-jordan-shirt.jpg

https://c2.staticflickr.com/4/3263/2448558472_d00dc7d48c.jpg

http://kicksaddict.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/kobe_jordan1_308_020612.jpg

http://basket-infos.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Kobe-Bryant-chicago-bulls-michael-jordan-jersey.jpg

http://www.kobe-bryant-pictures.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Kobe-Bryant-Wearing-A-Michael-Jordan-Jersey.jpg

[sportjames23]

LOL, I still got that shirt Kobe's rocking in that first pic. :rockon:

[Hoopz2332]

stfu fakkit


u mad?:oldlol:

[JohnFreeman]

I cringed when Kobe mouthed "he can't guard me"

[no pun intended]

Awesome.

[buddha]

people on here acting like it's a bad thing to model your game after the greatest player of all-time. Kobe should be more efficient like Bran, maybe then he could go 2 for 5.

[MastaKilla]

Awesome video but too bad ish is so full of so many damn insecure fan boys who can't even watch this type of video without feeling like they have to discredit somebody.

[KOBE143]

Jordan really played like Kobe.. No wonder he's one the best like Kobe..

[stalkerforlife]

Two of the top 5 to ever play the game.

[Angel Face]

Kobe is the ultimate Jordan stan. Copied his moves, mannerisms and celebrations, even his trash talk. "He can't guard me" :oldlol:

[stalkerforlife]

I cringed when Kobe mouthed "he can't guard me"

Probably because you knew how true it was, especially for your entire team.

[JohnFreeman]

Probably because you knew how true it was, especially for your entire team.
I would understand if Shaq did it.

[stalkerforlife]

I would understand if Shaq did it.

2001 Western Conference Semifinals versus Kings: 4 gms, 43.3 mpg, 35.0 ppg, 9.0 rpg, 4.3 apg, 1.25 spg, .473 fg%. Lakers win 4-0.

On the way to an all-time NBA-best 15-1 postseason record, the Lakers swept Portland in the first round before taking on a Kings team that had won a (then) team-record 55 games during the regular season (only one less than Los Angeles). After taking a backseat to Shaq during the first two games as L.A. protected their home court (behind a prime Diesel's 44-21 and 43-20 showings), Bryant played the lead in Sacramento. He scored 36 in Game 3 as L.A. took a commanding 3-0 series lead, and then (in what Simmons last year called Bryant's best single playoff game performance) went off for 48 points and 16 rebounds in leading L.A. to their second consecutive sweep. The game was highlighted by Bryant's sick crossover on Doug Christie before serving up a nasty facial on Vlade Divac.

[JohnFreeman]

2001 Western Conference Semifinals versus Kings: 4 gms, 43.3 mpg, 35.0 ppg, 9.0 rpg, 4.3 apg, 1.25 spg, .473 fg%. Lakers win 4-0.

On the way to an all-time NBA-best 15-1 postseason record, the Lakers swept Portland in the first round before taking on a Kings team that had won a (then) team-record 55 games during the regular season (only one less than Los Angeles). After taking a backseat to Shaq during the first two games as L.A. protected their home court (behind a prime Diesel's 44-21 and 43-20 showings), Bryant played the lead in Sacramento. He scored 36 in Game 3 as L.A. took a commanding 3-0 series lead, and then (in what Simmons last year called Bryant's best single playoff game performance) went off for 48 points and 16 rebounds in leading L.A. to their second consecutive sweep. The game was highlighted by Bryant's sick crossover on Doug Christie before serving up a nasty facial on Vlade Divac.
Stacked team:confusedshrug:

[stalkerforlife]

Stacked team:confusedshrug:

Yes, the Kings were very talented.

[Angel Face]

I doubt Freeman was old enough to watch that series, I bet he's still sucking his mommy's titties during that time. :oldlol:

[stalkerforlife]

I doubt Freeman was old enough to watch that series, I bet he's still sucking his mommy's titties during that time. :oldlol:

:roll:

[JohnFreeman]

I doubt Freeman was old enough to watch that series, I bet he's still sucking his mommy's titties during that time. :oldlol:
I am sure you watched Jordan as well? :rolleyes:

[stalkerforlife]

I am sure you watched Jordan as well? :rolleyes:

Damn, you're wet behind the ears.

You act as if watching Jordan means you have to be old.

Sorry ass git.

[red1]

the one play that will forever remain exclusive to kobe

[red1]

signature move

http://www.jlcauvin.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/bryantkobe.jpg

[HOoopCityJones]

Red still ass hurt @ 81

[stalkerforlife]

Red still ass hurt @ 81

:roll:

[stalkerforlife]

signature move

http://www.jlcauvin.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/bryantkobe.jpg

He raped your team for 81 points, so you're right. :roll:

[sekachu]

Pretty cool. The moves are too similar.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=JnB9bvud6IU



Although he isn't as good as MJ, I am very admire kobe. He is the only guy and most likely the last guy who has gut to play like MJ. :applause:

[livingby3's]

I think everyone can knowledge that Kobe mimicked moves from Jordan.

However close, MJ clearly was able to get more separation between himself and his defender, much more than Kobe. Yeah Jordan was better at what he did, no shit.

Then again, replicating what Jordan did wouldn't be possible for everyone, even if one poured all his life into doing so.

You got to applaud Kobe for his ethics and hardwork, the years he put into polishing that footwork and go to moves.

Kobe's not complete, he's not perfect. But Kobe will be the closest thing to MJ you will ever get to see while you live.

[knickswoman]

That's how to judge whether a player is wise or not same with the fans. You know youre wise if you follow a proven player(Jordan) while stupid if you follow a known loser(Robertson). Same logic applies to his fans who follow and believe bran is better than kobe.:lol

[Real14]

That's how to judge whether a player is wise or not same with the fans. You know youre wise if you follow a proven player(Jordan) while stupid if you follow a known loser(Robertson). Same logic applies to his fans who follow and believe bran is better than kobe.:lol
Wassup girl?:pimp:

[knickswoman]

Wassup girl?:pimp:

im fine boy

[Real14]

im fine boy
I really hope you're a female and not sum dude playin' one:D

[Warfan]

I really hope you're a female and not sum dude playin' one:D

PM her, shez hawt az helll. Trust mi n*ggaz

[Real14]

PM her, shez hawt az helll. Trust mi n*ggaz
bout to do that right now.

[Fawker]

1a 1b in shooting guards is what that copying did.

[Fawker]

jordan would never score 81 by majority of jump shots. never.

[sportjames23]

jordan would never score 81 by majority of jump shots. never.


Because he was smart enough to know to use variety in his game. And he used whatever was most effective. When MJ went off, he used everything: long-range and mid-range jumpers, drives/penetration, posting up. He didn't settle for just jumpers.

[LoneyROY7]

Jordan stans salty. :lol

[imnew09]

To be the best, you learn from the best. Nothing wrong with that, HUGE props to Kobe for adapting so well :applause:


GOAT and Top 5 :bowdown:

[Cali Syndicate]

jordan would never score 81 by majority of jump shots. never.

....MJ scored all but 5 of his 27 field goals on jumpers in his 64 point game against the Magic in 93.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJBSFEe3m3k

[played0ut]

Because he was smart enough to know to use variety in his game. And he used whatever was most effective. When MJ went off, he used everything: long-range and mid-range jumpers, drives/penetration, posting up. He didn't settle for just jumpers.


To be fair, he's stronger and can jump higher than Kobe, so driving is easier. Plus those ridiculously massive hands that allow him to weave the ball over (and most importantly, AROUND) multiple defenders.

[played0ut]

....MJ scored all but 5 of his 27 field goals on jumpers in his 64 point game against the Magic in 93.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJBSFEe3m3k


Watch this one. I haven't counted, but a large chunk of his points were through layups (I think PJ told him to focus more on drives this game). It's ridiculous how 'casually' he gets above and around defenders-- and he starts from half-court. He doesn't accelerate from far. :facepalm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLLfcJhJ9wc

[buddha]

Kobe's not complete, he's not perfect. But Kobe will be the closest thing to MJ you will ever get to see while you live.

Speak for yourself, I'm 22, I reckon I'll be able to see someone or "something" that makes MJ look like a poor version of him or it.

[sportjames23]

Jordan stans salty. :lol


Kobe stans stupid. :oldlol:

[sportjames23]

To be fair, he's stronger and can jump higher than Kobe, so driving is easier. Plus those ridiculously massive hands that allow him to weave the ball over (and most importantly, AROUND) multiple defenders.


I have to add that it helped that MJ had absolutely the best body control of anyone in the history of the game. :bowdown:

[played0ut]

I have to add that it helped that MJ had absolutely the best body control of anyone in the history of the game. :bowdown:

He's so ****ing fast it's ridiculous.

http://makeagif.com/media/1-17-2014/rd7lQD.gif

[To4]

Watch this one. I haven't counted, but a large chunk of his points were through layups (I think PJ told him to focus more on drives this game). It's ridiculous how 'casually' he gets above and around defenders-- and he starts from half-court. He doesn't accelerate from far. :facepalm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLLfcJhJ9wc


Poor Majerle.. hahaha:lol

[9erempiree]

You can only do so much in basketball before movements are recycled. Everybody copies everybody.

Heck, Wiz MJ was swagger jackin' 3peat Kobe, since Kob was the best perimeter player at the time and MJ had to imitate what worked at the time.

http://s18.postimg.org/519nr0cfd/20040626_nets_st_115113.jpg

[jstern]

Is this some sort of viral video? Almost 800,000 views in one day.


You can only do so much in basketball before movements are recycled. Everybody copies everybody.


Well, lets say there are 3,000 unique basketball moves, and player A has 81, and then player B has 78 of those 81. It's going to look more severe, more of a complete model off than if those 78 randomly came from 3,000 moves. So the more basketball moves there are in basketball, the worse it's going to look the player B is his game is almost a carbon copy of player A.

Personally I don't care that Kobe copied his game after Michael, and neither should his stans. I don't even care that he copied his mannerisms. If it's what helps a person reach a certain level, then it's better than not being an NBA Super Star and sitting at home watching.

I always say that 99.9% of people copy each other, simply trying to fit in. The only difference is that Kobe obsessively imitated the GOAT, while a 19 year old is imitating his other dumb 19 year old immature friends, trying to fit in.

In a basketball scenario, all I see the teen do when they get the ball is try to do the same dribbling move, over and over, and going, "Ooohh." They're all imitating their own little personal culture. At least a Kobe would be using that time to copy a Jordan fadeaway.

[Hey Yo]

2 of the 5 best players to ever play the game.

Doing what only they can
:roll: :roll: :facepalm

[VeeCee15]

jordan a lot more smooth and athletic than kobe when doing the same moves.

[eliteballer]

jordan a lot more smooth and athletic than kobe when doing the same moves.

Still carrying on your useless crusade against Kobe's athleticism after all these years, still in shock that VC wasn't jumping as high as you thought when I pointed out too look at his head and not those giant arms:oldlol:

[SexSymbol]

Kobe's body control is simply amazing, probably the most fluid and flexible player ever.
Playing soccer really does wonders for your footwork and control, Nash, Hakeem, Kobe are a joy to watch from that aspect