On This Date in Lakers History: Sixth Anniversary of Kobe Bryant Scoring 81 Points

Kobe Bryant is a legendary player, and by the time he retires will most likely be considered one of the best to ever play the game. His numerous accolades and accomplishments are almost too many to count.

However, one accomplishment stands alone. Six years ago tonight Kobe Bryant had one of the greatest individual performances in North American sports history. Bryant scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors, leading the Lakers to a 122-104 victory over the Toronto Raptors.The 81 points were the second highest in NBA history, trailing only the legendary 100 scored by Wilt Chamberlain back on March 2, 1962.
So in honor of Bryant’s unbelievable achievement, here’s a very happy anniversary to the Black Mamba’s historic night.

httpvhd://youtu.be/FeXZY4eVLlo

You May Also Like

Lakers News: Darvin Ham Calls Patrick Beverley’s Three-Game Suspension ‘Unfortunate’

It was the shot heard around the NBA this past Tuesday, and it didn’t result in points for the Los Angeles Lakers…

Lakers News: Giannis Antetokounmpo Hopeful To Work Out With, Learn From Kobe Bryant

For the current generation of NBA stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kobe Bryant is sort of like their Michael Jordan…

Lakers’ Fourth Quarter Comeback Falls Short, Lose Game 5

The Los Angeles Lakers played Game 5 in front of their home…

Luke Walton ‘Loved’ The Way Lakers Competed On Defense Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Lakers fought tooth-and-nail with the defending NBA Champions, and while they ultimately lost…