Although he’s an old man compared to his teammates, Kobe Bryant is still an extremely vital cog to this Olympic machine. Kobe is a steadying force who plays solid defense and can knock down open looks.
However, his most important trait is his fearlessness in clutch situations. Back in 2008, Kobe was the player who stepped up when the game was in doubt against Spain in the gold medal game. Four years later, Kobe would likely once again become the go-to scorer if the United States ever faces a legit challenge.
The fact that everyone on the teams respects Kobe and he leads by setting an example of playing hard and taking things seriously should also be noted.
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However, his most important trait is his fearlessness in clutch situations. Back in 2008, Kobe was the player who stepped up when the game was in doubt against Spain in the gold medal game. Four years later, Kobe would likely once again become the go-to scorer if the United States ever faces a legit challenge.
The fact that everyone on the teams respects Kobe and he leads by setting an example of playing hard and taking things seriously should also be noted.
Post from: EveryJoe