All The Smoke KOBE BRYANT
Jan 9, 2020
Kobe Bryant reminisces about his high school days, the team that stopped the Lakers, lack of playing time, and his break during the NBA lockout. The hosts also discuss their experiences transitioning from sports to business, tension between them, and their shoe collections.
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Mamba Mentality Extends Off The Court
- Kobe says his Mamba competitive mentality persists after basketball but the industry demands nonstop mental work.
- He keeps extreme attention to detail while avoiding the daily physical grind of play.
Collaboration Creates Creative Magic
- Kobe found filmmaking and collaborating with top artists produced a different kind of pressure and magic than sports.
- He values working with brilliant collaborators who share a vision to create outstanding art.
Early NBA Bench Years Fueled His Drive
- Kobe recounts sitting on the bench his first three NBA seasons and resenting it while peers played heavy minutes.
- That frustration fueled his development and eventual breakout after a lockout-season starting opportunity.