Kobe Bean Bryant (August 23, 1978 - January 26, 2020), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, is a former American professional basketball player, professional point guard / small forward (swingman of front and back), nicknamed "black mamba". [1] In the 1996 NBA draft, Kobe Bryant was selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the 13th place in the first round, and then traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. He played for the Los Angeles Lakers throughout his NBA career. The Lakers won 5 NBA champions...