Dominique Wilkins, a legend himself, breaks down the comparisons between Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan. From their footwork to their mentality, Wilkins explains why he sees so much of MJ in Kobe.

The art of the slam dunk has woven itself into basketball as an expression of style and exultant power.

The NBA Slam Dunk contest is defined by its most thrilling competitions over time. Here are some of the most memorable.

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 ...

More than five years have passed since the tragic death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant stunned the sports world. As tributes poured in for the fallen Lakers star in 2020, one Washington Post reporter ...

The impact that Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had on this earth can never be measured. He was a true icon whose greatness stretched far beyond the basketball court. He was influential to ...

A large part of All-Star Saturday night's allure is that it closes with the Slam Dunk Contest. Over the years, the competition has pitted some of the game's most athletic players against one ...

The late NBA icon is remembered for his remarkable skills and wisdom, both on and off the court Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Kobe Bryant's legacy and wise words have continued to live on years after his ...

Hall of Fame basketball legend Kobe Bryant may be gone, but his signature "Mamba Mentality" lives on. Bryant died in a helicopter crash in Los Angeles on Jan. 26, 2020, at age 41, alongside his ...