Kobe's Early Life
Where was Kobe born?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What sport did Kobe play?
basketball
What was Kobe’s favorite animal?
A black mamba snake
What number did Kobe wear first?
8
How many MVP awards did Kobe win?
1 MVP award
What sport did Kobe’s dad play?
basketball
What team did Kobe play for?
Los Angeles Lakers
What nickname did Kobe have?
Black Mamba
What number did Kobe wear later in his career?
24
How many All-Star games did Kobe play in?
18 All-Star games
What country did Kobe live in as a kid?
Italy
How old was Kobe when he joined the NBA?
18
What was Kobe’s favorite food?
pasta
What did Kobe teach young players?
Hard work and never giving up
How many points did Kobe score in his last game?
60 points
What language did Kobe learn while in Italy?
Italian
What position did Kobe play?
Shooting guard
What did Kobe like to do besides basketball?
Write stories and make movies
What award did Kobe win for his short movie?
An Oscar
How many Olympic gold medals did Kobe win?
2
What team did Kobe’s dad play for?
Teams in the NBA and Italy
How many championships did Kobe win?
5 championships
What is the name of the short film Kobe won an Oscar for?
Dear Basketball
What is the name of Kobe’s sports camp for kids?
Mamba Academy
How many points did Kobe score in one game, the second most in NBA history?
81 points