The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

Slam Dunk Champ

In 1997 Kobe became the youngest player to ever win the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. He was 18 years old at the time and racked up 49 points for the Lakers during his first year in the big leagues. There were no contests held in 1998 or 1999 due to the NBA lockout.

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