And because of that confidence, there is no doubt in his mind that he is the best player in the world, even at age 36. In one of a series of untold Bryant stories, Kevin Ding of Bleacher Report provides details that explain who Bryant is as a competitor, teammate and teacher.
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One of the best came back in 2010, when Bryant was in his prime, it figures that he had a few words for LeBron James, whose free-agency decision held the entire NBA offseason hostage.
James went through the Decision, and he picked the Miami Heat. Bryant, ever focused on winning, texted James this after the announcement: “Go ahead and get another MVP, if you want. And find the city you want to live in. But we’re going to win the championship. Don’t worry about it.”