Basketball on Instagram: "Kobe knew he had to takeover🐍😤 - Here are Six facts about Kobe Bryant’s respect for LeBron James* - *“The greatest ever” conversation* – In a 2016 interview on _The Show_ with Jay Triano, Kobe said LeBron is “the greatest player ever” when you consider his combination of size, skill, and longevity. He later clarified he respects both his own era and LeBron’s, but the statement showed deep admiration. [1][2] - *All‑Star MVP handshake* – 2014 All‑Star Game (New Orleans)