Hubie Brown weighed in on the Kobe Bryant -LeBron James debate in 2009: "If you are starting a franchise, then you are taking LeBron" originally appeared on Basketball Network.

On a recent podcast appearance, Hall of Fame player Tracy McGrady recalled stories about both LeBron James and Kobe Bryant ...

After years of domination without recognition, Kobe Bryant finally won the MVP in 2008, and even LeBron agreed it was long ...

LeBron James openly admired Kobe Bryant, especially when Bryant secured the 2008 MVP award. Despite being a contender himself ...

Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. John McCoy/Getty Images “Being able to just be with his daughters, be with his family, because when we’re playing this game of basketball, we give so much to it ...

As LeBron James faces uncertainty with the Lakers and the front office, it’s time to evaluate his legacy in Los Angeles by ...

LeBron James greets Kobe Bryant during the first half at Quicken Loans Arena on February 10, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. The two men were lifelong friends.

LeBron James: "I hope so. You know, the funny thing is — me and Kobe — besides, you know, the late, great Kobe… Me and Kobe never had a real relationship either until we were on the Ol ...

Why LeBron shouldn't follow the Kobe System To have a better idea of James' ticking clock and Bryant's crashed career, take a look at the following career arcs of the all-time greats.

LeBron James didn't say much about Kobe Bryant all week. But James really opened up after passing Bryant for third on the NBA's career scoring list.