It seems that every player who faced Kobe Bryant has a personal story about the Los Angeles Lakers legend. Stephen Curry is no exception. The two-time MVP thought he was an elite trash talker when he entered the league.

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry detailed his experience of talking trash with late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as a rookie during the 2009-10 season.

Still, where he ranks on the all-time list continues to stir heated discussion among fans, analysts, and former players. Recently, the debate reignited after Bleacher Report placed Bryant at No. 11 in its latest ranking of the top 100 NBA players of all time—a decision that stunned many and drew criticism from players past and present.

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

Haliburton said on "The Pat McAfee Show" Tuesday that he knew it was his Achilles as soon as it happened, and also noted that after writhing on the ground in pain, he thought about trying to have a Kobe Bryant moment by walking off under his own power.

McGrady, 46, said on ESPN’s “First Take” at Fanatics Fest on Sunday that if O’Neal had played with him instead of Kobe Bryant, they might have won more championships because he has a strong relationship with O’Neal and they wouldn’t argue as much.

Before his death in 2020, Kobe Bryant played a role in the development of Amalia Holugin. She is now a top NCAA recruit in California

Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner, mentored by Magic Johnson and inspired by Kobe Bryant's legacy, is now a minority owner of the WNBA's Seattle Storm.