You obviously didn't watch the all-star game. LeBron called for an iso against Kobe several times in the final minutes of the game and he couldn't do shit to Kobe. He got his jump shot blocked, he tried to body Kobe and drive on him, and as soon as he went up for the lay-up he got his shit blocked again. LeBron is lunch for Kobe 1 on 1. He doesn't have the arsenal and skill set Kobe does, nor the same competitive drive to be the best.
@@kevinp.nguessan5782 Lebron is a beast and made it to 8 straight finals gotta give him props on that. Kobe would have won at least 5 of those championships if he made it to 8 straight finals,he had to settle for 5 in 7 appearances. I'll take Kobe ALL DAY in that battle!! No hating on Lebron, I'm a Lakers fan!!! So glad he is on our team now..
@@SP-kt5ot Kobe only has 2 fmvps lmao argument over. LeBron will always be far better. Stats, accolades, mvps, fmvps etc the most important thing a player could have all go to LeBron
Hell no. When this video came out in 2011, Dwade was def better than KD and this is literally indisputable. In 2012 Dwade was also still better. KD only became into the conversation in 2014 because analysts needed a new player to talk highly about and now he is possibly the best scorer but overall he has never been better than Lebron James, Kobe or Dwade in their prime. In your defense KD was def better than Dwade when you made the comment, but KD was not being your definition of humble.
Kobe is the best one v one player of all time. He has literally mastered every conceivable shot. Plus, in 1v1 games, the ability to score in a variety of ways is paramount. No one, not even MJ, had/has more moves than Kobe (purely based on Kobe having better range than MJ/everything else equal). You can't just bulldoze your way to the rim like LeBron does in a 1v1 because you don't get those running starts. Everything is in front of the defender. Kobe wins a game of 21 with a 21-16 score.
Of course an LBJ fan would say that John Wall, the ONLY guy that picked LeBron, had a "reasonable choice". Did you forget that Barnes hated Kobe at one point? Did you forget that the Lakers knocked Kevin Durant out of the playoffs more times then the Heat did? Did you also forget that Ariza was on the Hornets when this video was made? And lastly, did you forget what Kobe did to LBJ in the 2013 All-Star game when LeBron tried taking Kobe 1 on 1?
Lakers beat KD in 2010 that's it happened only once in 2011 KD lost in the western conference finals to the mavs and in 2012 KD beat the lakers that was the last time kobe made the playoffs
Kobe is so used to getting double and triple teamed that 1on1 is nothing to him, I'd pick him again'st almost anyone (except jordan) on a 1 on 1 game. Heck, even if you put 2 to guard him it would still be a hard game for those 2 who will be guarding him.
He was humble but not honest. You can tell from his body language when he licks his lips, a common sign of lying. He believes he is at their level, if not better.
Please take a moment to admire the great LeBron for the special talent he is. It never gets old looking at the King's history. So many accomplishments Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan will never achieve: 1.Only player in NBA history to quit because of Air Conditioner. 2.Quit on his team the year after he promises a championship. 3.Dunked on by a high school kid then confiscates the tape. 4.Bail on the dunk contest 9 times. 5.Only able to win a ring with 2 superstars. 6.Play on same team as his moms boyfriend. 7.Average 1.8 pts in the 4th quarter of NBA finals. 8.Lose not 1, not 2, but 3 times in the Finals. 9.Host a national televised TV show to leave his team. 10.Go 2 for 18 in an NBA playoff game. 11.Get stuffed by a player under 6 feet. (Nate Robinson) 12.Flop every single game in the playoffs. 13.Choke 4 out of 5 finals games by dropping FG% by 18. 14.0 Rings if not for refs calling early fouls on Durant and Westbrook it threw them out of rhythm, made them play soft, and sit for big parts of the game which changed the flow and momentum of the finals
KD is on track to passing Kobe and LeBron if he works on his facilitating and defense. If he ever becomes a lockdown defender and wins 2 rings he's the guy.
Rings don't describe how good a player is. Tony Parker has 3 rings, LeBron is better. Dwyane Wade has 3 rings, LeBron is better. Rings don't describe how good player is.
I can say the same thing. "Unlike you, I've watched every game Kobe has played since he was in high school. The man is a freak of nature and there's not doubting it." No ONE is taking away LBJ's physical abilities. He is the greatest ATHLETIC specimen in the history of SPORTS if you ask me. Period. But that DOES not make you the greatest basketball player ever. And it CERTAINLY does not mean you would win a 1v1 game against, as Phil Jackson said, "the most skilled player I have ever seen."
"Matt Barnes: "Kobe." Melissa: "No hesitation?" Matt Barnes: "Kobe don't lose to nobody one-on-one." Melissa: "Have you ever played him one-on-one?" Matt Barnes: "Yep." Melissa: "How did the game go?" Matt Barnes: "...in his favor." lmao
That's why Durant is going to be one of the greats, being humble is going to let him focus on getting better and leaving his mark for everyone to remember
Durant is so humble in that interview. Well, he's the second best player right now behind Lebron James... in 2 more years, he'll be the best basketball player on the planet
Kevin Durant's humility is gonna help him work hard and be one of the best...This is coming from a Lakers fan...Would love to have him on our team one day!!
i respect that comment. its nice to see people can disagree without trolling each other. he is definitely a good defender when hes locked in and wants to be. i do feel most of his 1st all defense wins shafted more deserving players. i mean to have more all defense teams than jordan? thats just b.s to me.
That's your take I respect it but I've seen Kobe and Lebron go at it over the years. Yeah Kobe doesn't have the best field goal percentage I know. It's because of his shot selection, he tries to shoot the ball too much and tries very difficult ones at that. Saying his mid range game isn't "reliable" enough percentage wise is blasphemous. He has the best mid range game the NBA has ever seen. Some analysts said so several times. He can post up Lebron, strength isn't all that matters.
Kevin earns major respect points for his humble attitude. For one of the best scorers, you'd think he'd be a little cocky. Hope he gets a ring someday... But not this year... C'S!
No, I'm talking about people that come on this page and voice their opinion that they believe Kobe would beat Lebron 1-on-1. You won't even let other people have an opinion without trolling them. And I'm not a Kobe fan, but to me he plays really hard and fearlessly...I like that.
kevin durants a really humble guy I felt bad for him when he lost the finals this year even tho I'm a Heat fan for life been one for ages you ridders get off my team
Kobe's 6 yrs younger than MJ was when he played with the Wizards. Kobe isn't even close to being the oldest player in the league. You could say "wait til LeBron gets to his 17th season" all u want cause all I know is that LeBron going into his 10th season shattered all of Kobe's numbers in every aspect of the game when he was going into his 10th season
Mj dropped 43 points, 10 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 assists at age 40!! LeBron in his 9th season has shattered ALL of Kobe's numbers when Kobe was coming out of his 9th season so idk what you are talking about
Yea, that's why he is only averaging 8.7 assist per game this year, better shot selections, and less turn overs. Oh btw he was a SG at college, he isn't going to be perfect at PG yet, but he's improving, and that's all we can ask of him.
I watched a ton of Jordan games growing up, and I never saw a game when Jordan was playing against Magic, where he didn't win the defensive battle, the offensive battle, and the psychological battle... Magic was a great player, but without the assists that he gets in a single game, I don't see him winning... 1v1 Jordan vs. Magic - Jordan...
In a 1v1 game Kobe has to cover: LBJ's drive (w/no kick-out opportunity) and LBJ's improved but still raw post-game. LBJ has to cover: Kobe's post game, driving ability, 3pt shot, mid-range game, variety of pump fakes, fadeaways, and the best tough-shot making ability ever. Basically, the whole package of an offensive scorer. This is why MJ would lose to Kobe because he lacks the 3pt shot (and everything else is equal), but he would equally wipe the floor with LBJ. Ditto KD/Melo.
LeBron plays inside, for the majority of the time, Kobe is primarily a jump shooter. Kobe played great with Shaq, so don't discredit his accomplishments. He passes, you just don't accept that. He had games with 14 assists, and can play the facilitating role, he just has to score. But yes, a shooting guard should always pass the ball.
Offensive games are pretty comparable, but Kobe's a better shooter and a better defender, plus he's got that killer instinct that Lebron just doesn't have.
When both of their careers are over, Kobe will be better. You can't compare someone whose almost 35 to someone whose 28 and still in his prime. Its just not fair. You don't see people comparing jason kidd with kyrie irving right now.
Even Matt Barnes said Kobe would win lol
Kobe in his prime against Lebron in his prime? Kobe would bend him over & go to town.
“Go to town” got me 💀
you tube typing that from your moms basement huh?
you tube you making up a lot of shit for clout 😂😂😂😂
@what's up he didnt
Makes me cry to see how much respect his peers have for him and his game. Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant.
You obviously didn't watch the all-star game. LeBron called for an iso against Kobe several times in the final minutes of the game and he couldn't do shit to Kobe. He got his jump shot blocked, he tried to body Kobe and drive on him, and as soon as he went up for the lay-up he got his shit blocked again. LeBron is lunch for Kobe 1 on 1. He doesn't have the arsenal and skill set Kobe does, nor the same competitive drive to be the best.
Facts still to this Day !
I love Kobe, but he hardly even played on that All-Star game, and had way more energy then Lebron had.
Facts^^^. This shouldn't even be a discussion.
Darryl Wallace excuses
@@gideonacheampong6652 lmao no. LeBron is a top 3 player of all time, kobes 1 mvp is far behind lmao
KOBE IS STILL THE BEST
cax catolico he overrated
@@kevinp.nguessan5782 Lebron is a beast and made it to 8 straight finals gotta give him props on that. Kobe would have won at least 5 of those championships if he made it to 8 straight finals,he had to settle for 5 in 7 appearances. I'll take Kobe ALL DAY in that battle!! No hating on Lebron, I'm a Lakers fan!!! So glad he is on our team now..
Kevin P. N’Guessan Yup Overrated With 5 Chips Won 3 With Shaq Then went To 3 straight finals and won 2 🧐 yup that’s overrated 🤣🤦🏿♂️
is a fact
@@SP-kt5ot Kobe only has 2 fmvps lmao argument over. LeBron will always be far better. Stats, accolades, mvps, fmvps etc the most important thing a player could have all go to LeBron
KD is humble. I have to say KD is little bit better
than Dwayne wade
And ur right after 5 years 😂
@@P-van kd would eat up Dwayne wade
Lmaooooo far better than dwade
@@Junebugerton you clearly didn't watch wade in his prime. As good as anyone to ever play
Hell no. When this video came out in 2011, Dwade was def better than KD and this is literally indisputable. In 2012 Dwade was also still better. KD only became into the conversation in 2014 because analysts needed a new player to talk highly about and now he is possibly the best scorer but overall he has never been better than Lebron James, Kobe or Dwade in their prime.
In your defense KD was def better than Dwade when you made the comment, but KD was not being your definition of humble.
kd said he nop where near them guy's just workin hard to get there thats real!!! i respect it but imma big KOBE fan
Kobe is the best one v one player of all time. He has literally mastered every conceivable shot.
Plus, in 1v1 games, the ability to score in a variety of ways is paramount. No one, not even MJ, had/has more moves than Kobe (purely based on Kobe having better range than MJ/everything else equal). You can't just bulldoze your way to the rim like LeBron does in a 1v1 because you don't get those running starts. Everything is in front of the defender. Kobe wins a game of 21 with a 21-16 score.
Kobe play 1on1 vs Lebron?
Of course an LBJ fan would say that John Wall, the ONLY guy that picked LeBron, had a "reasonable choice". Did you forget that Barnes hated Kobe at one point? Did you forget that the Lakers knocked Kevin Durant out of the playoffs more times then the Heat did? Did you also forget that Ariza was on the Hornets when this video was made? And lastly, did you forget what Kobe did to LBJ in the 2013 All-Star game when LeBron tried taking Kobe 1 on 1?
He also forgot that Kobe won 5 championships in 7 finals appearances and Lebron has 3 in 9 appearances.
Jose Delarosa facts
Lakers beat KD in 2010 that's it happened only once in 2011 KD lost in the western conference finals to the mavs and in 2012 KD beat the lakers that was the last time kobe made the playoffs
Kobe is so used to getting double and triple teamed that 1on1 is nothing to him, I'd pick him again'st almost anyone (except jordan) on a 1 on 1 game.
Heck, even if you put 2 to guard him it would still be a hard game for those 2 who will be guarding him.
Shit even Mj said Kobe would win I think he secretly beat mike one on one
Ill take KOBE OVER JORDAN 1V1 kobe studied the master and passed the master...
@@edgarenriquez2761 ? No. Mj is the goat still.
@@SinReps410HipHop yeah cuz mj said he stoled all his moves but just cuz mj said it doesnt mean its true my guy.
Jordan recognized Kobe. Kobe could win and Jordan knew it. Jordan who wins everything or Kobe who had nothing to lose?
i love durants honesty and humility. he truly will be one of the greatest to play the game when hes all set and done
Wow, this comment aged very well!
He is one of the greats now!
@@prashanttheheman he joined the warriors lmao
@@Johndavidson4 when they lost 😉
He was humble but not honest. You can tell from his body language when he licks his lips, a common sign of lying. He believes he is at their level, if not better.
Please take a moment to admire the great LeBron for the special talent he is. It never gets old looking at the King's history. So many accomplishments Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan will never achieve:
1.Only player in NBA history to quit because of Air Conditioner.
2.Quit on his team the year after he promises a championship.
3.Dunked on by a high school kid then confiscates the tape.
4.Bail on the dunk contest 9 times.
5.Only able to win a ring with 2 superstars.
6.Play on same team as his moms boyfriend.
7.Average 1.8 pts in the 4th quarter of NBA finals.
8.Lose not 1, not 2, but 3 times in the Finals.
9.Host a national televised TV show to leave his team.
10.Go 2 for 18 in an NBA playoff game.
11.Get stuffed by a player under 6 feet. (Nate Robinson)
12.Flop every single game in the playoffs.
13.Choke 4 out of 5 finals games by dropping FG% by 18.
14.0 Rings if not for refs calling early fouls on Durant and Westbrook it threw them out of rhythm, made them play soft, and sit for big parts of the game which changed the flow and momentum of the finals
RBKB24 wow the shade 😂
KD is too humble to admit he could beat LeBron 1-on-1 and have a chance at Kobe as well
After what Kobe's been doing recently I think I'd take him as the best today!
kd is up their whats he talking bout
Kevin Durant is so humble yo. He was easily a top 10 player in 2011. "Not no where near those guys"
(Kobe lebron wade"
Top 3
Shes kinda cute
dammmn john wall nose is huge ,wow i guess it shrinks when sweating on the court
Much respect to Durant on his humbleness to LeBron, Kobe and Wade. He's definately 1D. No doubt about it.
KD is on track to passing Kobe and LeBron if he works on his facilitating and defense. If he ever becomes a lockdown defender and wins 2 rings he's the guy.
Kobe the best
Orlando TRacy McGrady would be a good match
I love how durant is true
While lebron speaks lies
KD stays humble, he could have easily and defenitivley said he was the best at the end. He's a phenomenon
0:53 that one family member that always has do things different than everybody lol
this guy kd i swear my fav player... he is just as good as those guys and a bit better than wade now
Rings don't describe how good a player is. Tony Parker has 3 rings, LeBron is better. Dwyane Wade has 3 rings, LeBron is better. Rings don't describe how good player is.
Melissa, you're such a cute little girl. I fell in love.
little dards ok then
Exactly. The league needs someone like him to be at the top while being humble. He's a great role model for everyone.
KD is so humble saying that he is still working to get there were wade lebron and kobe are, Durant is a beast!!
DAMN IT KD, YOU'RE 1A!
I can say the same thing. "Unlike you, I've watched every game Kobe has played since he was in high school. The man is a freak of nature and there's not doubting it."
No ONE is taking away LBJ's physical abilities. He is the greatest ATHLETIC specimen in the history of SPORTS if you ask me. Period.
But that DOES not make you the greatest basketball player ever. And it CERTAINLY does not mean you would win a 1v1 game against, as Phil Jackson said, "the most skilled player I have ever seen."
kd is best
"Matt Barnes: "Kobe."
Melissa: "No hesitation?"
Matt Barnes: "Kobe don't lose to nobody one-on-one."
Melissa: "Have you ever played him one-on-one?"
Matt Barnes: "Yep."
Melissa: "How did the game go?"
Matt Barnes: "...in his favor."
lmao
That's why Durant is going to be one of the greats, being humble is going to let him focus on getting better and leaving his mark for everyone to remember
zion dennis thats right, like if lebron didn't jump ship on over to miami with an all-star team he wouldn't have any of his rings.
Kevin durant is amazing he's better than Wade.
KD so humble back in 2011. Look at him now. he's already starting to edge into the "Best player" conversation.
Do u feel stupid lmao
He's an honest guy.. He really doesn't care what people think... Thats why i respect him. He cares about HIS game.
Wow. Durant is a very humble guy, though he is there. He's the best scorer in the game probably. This is coming from a LeBron fan.
Durant is so humble in that interview. Well, he's the second best player right now behind Lebron James... in 2 more years, he'll be the best basketball player on the planet
the dude at 1:15 is like "john i gotta talk to you, c'mon john, please man i gotta talk to you so I can ask you about something"
Kevin Durant's humility is gonna help him work hard and be one of the best...This is coming from a Lakers fan...Would love to have him on our team one day!!
i respect that comment. its nice to see people can disagree without trolling each other. he is definitely a good defender when hes locked in and wants to be. i do feel most of his 1st all defense wins shafted more deserving players. i mean to have more all defense teams than jordan? thats just b.s to me.
Kevin Durant is the man!!! So Humble and knows that he is good. He is just gonna let his game speak. He is a BEAST !!!! KD35
that is why i love kd i may be a hardcore laker/kobe fan but you have to love kd's humblesness
I Love that about him and D-Rose they stay humble those guys got bright future's seriously.
Kobe played in an Era where everything was tough. No easy fouls. Now, the NBA is too soft now. Kobe is way too talented.
That reporter can get it tho . !!
That's your take I respect it but I've seen Kobe and Lebron go at it over the years. Yeah Kobe doesn't have the best field goal percentage I know. It's because of his shot selection, he tries to shoot the ball too much and tries very difficult ones at that. Saying his mid range game isn't "reliable" enough percentage wise is blasphemous. He has the best mid range game the NBA has ever seen. Some analysts said so several times. He can post up Lebron, strength isn't all that matters.
Kevin earns major respect points for his humble attitude. For one of the best scorers, you'd think he'd be a little cocky. Hope he gets a ring someday... But not this year... C'S!
John Wall got that "Im on the Wizards" face goin on
Kevin just earned mad respect from me, he isn't cocky or self centered he is humble, nice, and respectful.
Does he still have ur respect lol
Rip Kobe💔
I like when they ask people who've actually battled against Kobe and Lebron, and they respect the hell out of him as a player.
Favorite players
Chris Paul - Determination to win
Kevin Durant - Modesty and Dominance
respect Durant for what he said, you gonna be like those 3 guys in this league
Durant is one humble fellow--very rare in the NBA!
Agreed, with that 7,5 wing span he is good at defending as well, he's nuts at basketball
This, ladies and gentleman, is what you call humility. KD earned my respect and I hate the thunder.
the man who holds the scoring record doesnt feel he is on the same level as those guys KD u the man
DURANT thats why im a big fan of him so so humble n not cocky but durant deff top ten best players
No, I'm talking about people that come on this page and voice their opinion that they believe Kobe would beat Lebron 1-on-1. You won't even let other people have an opinion without trolling them. And I'm not a Kobe fan, but to me he plays really hard and fearlessly...I like that.
kevin durants a really humble guy I felt bad for him when he lost the finals this year even tho I'm a Heat fan for life been one for ages you ridders get off my team
Thank you durant for mentioning my boy D Wade!!
Kobe's 6 yrs younger than MJ was when he played with the Wizards. Kobe isn't even close to being the oldest player in the league. You could say "wait til LeBron gets to his 17th season" all u want cause all I know is that LeBron going into his 10th season shattered all of Kobe's numbers in every aspect of the game when he was going into his 10th season
i love the humility durant has
wow Kevin is humble, what a great character,
Mj dropped 43 points, 10 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 assists at age 40!!
LeBron in his 9th season has shattered ALL of Kobe's numbers when Kobe was coming out of his 9th season so idk what you are talking about
Kevin Durante. My man. Speeds the thruth. Humble as well.
Durant is super humble. I like him that much more now.
Kevin Durant is humble he know he's the second-best player in the league
2 Things - Mellisa Rohlin is hot. Kevin Durant, major props for saying he isnt at their level
You mean grit? And I think him being humble is gonna do more for him than if he gets cocky. He'll never stop working to improve.
Just earned a lot more respect for Kevin Druant. Humble dude
my goodness. Thanks KD for showing how athletes SHOULD present themselves instead of bragging about wealth and trying to be a "global icon" and so on.
I agree! KD is definitely on that level. Not for as long as Lebron and Kobe but he is there and will be there as the next generation of legends.
Yea, that's why he is only averaging 8.7 assist per game this year, better shot selections, and less turn overs.
Oh btw he was a SG at college, he isn't going to be perfect at PG yet, but he's improving, and that's all we can ask of him.
yes! i died when he said probably no where near them he is so humble
Wow I just gained tons of respect for Durant because of how humble he is and what he said though I would I agree with Mr.Wall
Damn KD is so humble. Very respectful
People really acting like they never seen Kobe taking flight against the Spurs when they had Duncan and The Admiral in the paint. Let's be real here
I watched a ton of Jordan games growing up, and I never saw a game when Jordan was playing against Magic, where he didn't win the defensive battle, the offensive battle, and the psychological battle... Magic was a great player, but without the assists that he gets in a single game, I don't see him winning... 1v1 Jordan vs. Magic - Jordan...
the media started it calling him the next mj, and kd averaged 30 ppg that series, he did do stuff in 3 and 4, heat as a team just destroyed thunder
durant is one of the most humble players out there, hands down
kevin durant is so humble. its great to see that
man kd being modest he already there.
KD man love that guy.. so modest
i have respect for kevin durant, not acting cocky
5 years later KD has passed Wade , definitely better than Wade on his way to LeBron.
People saying Kevin Durant is humble and modest but he is not really humble or modest, he just let his game do the talking
Kevin Durant was being humble. He definitely up there with Lebron and Kobe.
I love how humble KD is
Durant humble as fuck he's already up on their level if not above
yea and KD would join in on the winning team when theyre one point away from winning so that he can tell everyone that he won aswell.
In a 1v1 game Kobe has to cover: LBJ's drive (w/no kick-out opportunity) and LBJ's improved but still raw post-game.
LBJ has to cover: Kobe's post game, driving ability, 3pt shot, mid-range game, variety of pump fakes, fadeaways, and the best tough-shot making ability ever. Basically, the whole package of an offensive scorer.
This is why MJ would lose to Kobe because he lacks the 3pt shot (and everything else is equal), but he would equally wipe the floor with LBJ. Ditto KD/Melo.
LeBron plays inside, for the majority of the time, Kobe is primarily a jump shooter. Kobe played great with Shaq, so don't discredit his accomplishments. He passes, you just don't accept that. He had games with 14 assists, and can play the facilitating role, he just has to score. But yes, a shooting guard should always pass the ball.
Offensive games are pretty comparable, but Kobe's a better shooter and a better defender, plus he's got that killer instinct that Lebron just doesn't have.
Durant is so humble
When both of their careers are over, Kobe will be better. You can't compare someone whose almost 35 to someone whose 28 and still in his prime. Its just not fair. You don't see people comparing jason kidd with kyrie irving right now.