The relationship between Kyrie Irving and Kobe Bryant went far beyond basketball. Kobe became a mentor to Kyrie during the early years of his NBA career, helping shape the “Mamba Mentality” mindset that Kyrie still talks about today. Kyrie has shared multiple stories about studying Kobe’s footwork, mentality, and obsession with preparation, even challenging him to legendary 1-on-1 workouts before eventually building a close friendship with him. During the 2016 NBA Playoffs and NBA Finals run with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Kobe stayed in contact with Kyrie, offering advice on leadership, confidence, and embracing pressure moments. After Cleveland completed the historic 3-1 comeback against the Golden State Warriors in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals, Kyrie revealed he immediately FaceTimed Kobe from the locker room because he believed Kobe’s advice and “Mamba Mentality” directly helped him hit the iconic game-winning three-pointer over Stephen Curry. Kyrie later said that during the biggest moments of Game 7, all he could think about was “Mamba Mentality.” The shot became one of the most clutch plays in NBA history and cemented the bond between Kyrie Irving and Kobe Bryant forever. Credits: ESPN 🏀 NBA 🏀 Cleveland Cavaliers 🏀 Los Angeles Lakers 🏀 Team USA 🏀 Podcast P with Paul George 🏀 SiriusXM 🏀 I Am Athlete 🏀 Kai Cenat 🏀 Song: Blood Orange - Champagne Coast Copyright & Fair Use Notice: This video is created for transformative purposes, including commentary, storytelling, and educational discussion. This video is for entertainment purposes only. All footage, audio, and images belong to their respective copyright holders. No copyright infringement is intended. Content is edited and recontextualized to add original narrative value. If you are a rights holder and believe this material has been used incorrectly, please reach out and the content will be addressed promptly in accordance with platform guidelines
The Cavaliers defeated the Pistons, 112-103 tonight in Cleveland. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers 43 points to go with 5 rebounds and 4 three pointers for the Cavaliers, while James Harden contributed 24 points and 11 assists and 5 three pointers. Caris LeVert finished with a team-high 24 points along with 4 rebounds 3 assists and 3 three pointers for the Pistons in the losing effort. The Cavaliers tie the series up at 2 games each. Never miss a moment with the latest news, trending stories and highlights to bring you closer to your favorite players and teams. Download now ➡ https://nba.smart.link/NBAApp-YTDes Subscribe to the NBA: https://on.nba.com/2JX5gSN
Isang quarter lang ang kailangan ni Anthony Edwards para baliktarin ang buong laro! Sa Game 4 ng 2026 NBA Playoffs, bumuhos ang clutch baskets ni Edwards sa fourth quarter habang pilit na pinipigilan ng San Antonio Spurs ang comeback ng Minnesota Timberwolves. Sa video na ito, pag-uusapan natin kung paano nabasag ni Edwards ang depensa ng Spurs, ang napakalaking three-pointer niya sa closing minutes, at ang underrated hustle plays nina Naz Reid at Jaden McDaniels na naging susi sa panalo ng Minnesota. Kasama rin dito ang post-game comments ni Anthony Edwards tungkol sa “small-time plays” na tunay na nagdala sa Timberwolves sa comeback victory kahit matinding depensa ang ibinigay ng Spurs buong gabi. 🔥 Fourth quarter takeover 🔥 Clutch three ni Anthony Edwards 🔥 Timberwolves vs Spurs Game 4 analysis 🔥 Playoff intensity at comeback moments 🔥 Bakit hirap pa rin ang Minnesota laban sa Spurs kahit limitado si Wembanyama Panoorin hanggang dulo para makita kung bakit isa ito sa pinakamalaking playoff performances ni Anthony Edwards ngayong postseason. #AnthonyEdwards #Timberwolves #Spurs #NBAPlayoffs #NBA2026
Victor Wembanyama will face no further punishment from the NBA after savagely elbowing his rival during the San Antonio Spurs' playoff game on Sunday night. The NBA Defensive Player of the Year was whistled for an offensive foul after striking Naz Reid of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the neck with his elbow. Reid had swarmed the Frenchman outside the paint after the 7-foot-4 center rebounded a missed 3-pointer by the Spurs, before lashing out and being ejected. After review of the play, with the fans at Target Center chanting, 'Kick him out! Kick him out!,' the foul was upgraded to a Flagrant 2 for excessive contact above the neck. There had been fears that Wembanyama could have been suspended over the matter, which would have served as a major blow to the Spurs' playoff hopes. However, on Monday morning it was confirmed that Wembanyama will receive no further punishment over the matter and will be eligible for Game 5 on Tuesday night. #wemby #victorwembanyama #spurs #timberwolves #basketball
Watch the Condensed Game from Shinshu Brave Warriors vs. Fukushima Firebonds, 05/11/2026 B.LEAGUE OFFICIAL SITE http://www.bleague.jp/ B.LEAGUE OFFICIAL Facebook https://www.facebook.com/B.LEAGUEOFFICIALENGLISH B.LEAGUE OFFICIAL Instagram https://instagram.com/b.league_en/ #BLEAGUE 00:00:00 - Jump Ball by Wayne Marshall 00:00:10 - 3-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:00:20 - Steal by Kohei Kasai 00:00:32 - 2-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:00:42 - 2-pointer by Jack Nunge 00:00:57 - 3-pointer by Akitoshi Oguri 00:01:06 - 2-pointer by Patrick Gardner 00:01:18 - 2-pointer by Akitoshi Oguri 00:01:28 - 3-pointer by Jack Nunge 00:01:39 - 2-pointer by ジェイジェイ オブライエン 00:01:52 - Block by Kenny Manigault 00:02:03 - 3-pointer by Taichi Kodama 00:02:14 - 2-pointer by Keita Shinkawa 00:02:26 - 2-pointer by Patrick Gardner 00:02:43 - 3-pointer by Shoya Ogawa 00:02:52 - Assist by Mike Daum 00:02:59 - 2-pointer by Shoya Ogawa 00:03:10 - 2-pointer by Eo Java Yoneyama 00:03:28 - Steal by Eo Java Yoneyama 00:03:38 - 3-pointer by Haruto Yokoyama 00:03:51 - 3-pointer by Yuki Okubo 00:03:59 - 3-pointer by Mike Daum 00:04:13 - 2-pointer by Mike Daum 00:04:22 - 2-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:04:33 - Steal by Patrick Gardner 00:04:44 - 2-pointer by Wayne Marshall 00:05:00 - 2-pointer by Yuki Okubo 00:05:10 - Assist by Eliet Donley 00:05:21 - Dunk by Jack Nunge 00:05:31 - 2-pointer by Jack Nunge 00:05:41 - 2-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:05:50 - 2-pointer by Wayne Marshall 00:06:00 - 3-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:06:12 - 2-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:06:20 - Block by Jack Nunge 00:06:30 - 2-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:06:40 - 2-pointer by Eliet Donley 00:06:50 - Assist by Eliet Donley 00:07:02 - 2-pointer by Mike Daum 00:07:11 - 2-pointer by Akitoshi Oguri 00:07:20 - Dunk by Kenny Manigault 00:07:32 - 3-pointer by Mike Daum 00:07:42 - Block by Wayne Marshall 00:07:53 - 2-pointer by Jack Nunge 00:08:05 - 3-pointer by Eliet Donley 00:08:14 - Assist by Wayne Marshall 00:08:24 - Assist by Jack Nunge 00:08:36 - 2-pointer by Wayne Marshall 00:08:41 - 2-pointer by Patrick Gardner 00:08:52 - Block by Diouf Bamba 00:09:03 - 3-pointer by Taichi Kodama 00:09:13 - 3-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:09:24 - 3-pointer by Jack Nunge 00:09:33 - 3-pointer by Aki Chambers 00:09:47 - Steal by Taichi Kodama 00:10:02 - 2-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:10:12 - 3-pointer by Kokisky Wiley 00:10:25 - Block by Wayne Marshall 00:10:35 - Assist by Kohei Kasai 00:10:54 - 2-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:11:05 - 3-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:11:15 - 2-pointer by Akitoshi Oguri 00:11:23 - Steal by ジェイジェイ オブライエン 00:11:35 - 2-pointer by Taichi Kodama 00:11:47 - Block by Diouf Bamba 00:11:55 - Assist by Taichi Kodama 00:12:05 - Game End by Fukushima Firebonds
Watch the Game Highlights from Shinshu Brave Warriors vs. Fukushima Firebonds, 05/11/2026 B.LEAGUE OFFICIAL SITE http://www.bleague.jp/ B.LEAGUE OFFICIAL Facebook https://www.facebook.com/B.LEAGUEOFFICIALENGLISH B.LEAGUE OFFICIAL Instagram https://instagram.com/b.league_en/ #BLEAGUE 00:00:00 - Jump Ball by Wayne Marshall 00:00:13 - 3-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:00:22 - 2-pointer by Keita Shinkawa 00:00:35 - 3-pointer by Shoya Ogawa 00:00:44 - 2-pointer by Eo Java Yoneyama 00:00:55 - 3-pointer by Mike Daum 00:01:08 - 2-pointer by Tsukasa Nakano 00:01:19 - 2-pointer by Wayne Marshall 00:01:29 - Dunk by Jack Nunge 00:01:40 - Dunk by Kenny Manigault 00:01:52 - 3-pointer by Mike Daum 00:02:02 - Block by Wayne Marshall 00:02:09 - 3-pointer by Aki Chambers 00:02:19 - 2-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:02:40 - 3-pointer by Kenny Manigault 00:02:50 - Game End by Fukushima Firebonds
Biñan Tatak Gel vs. Mindoro Tamaraws Full Game Highlights MPBL 2026 Season 8! May 11, 2026 Another day, Another pisikalan na naman sa MPBL! Kakatapos lang masangkot sa gulo ang Biñan nung last game nila pero nauna pa din ang angas ni Big Boy Hernandez! Namisikal na! Pinagalitan ni Coach Boyet! Ganda talaga tignan rumebound ni Marc Pingris parang Sakuragi talaga! Makakatapat si Ken Bono! Tara at panuodin natin ang Full Game Highlights ng Biñan vs. Mindoro! This video features the MPBL Season 8 highlights of the game between Biñan Tatak Gel and the Mindoro Tamaraws (May 11, 2026). It showcases a highly physical contest, featuring intense plays, strong rebounding from Marc Pingris, and a bounce-back performance for Biñan after their previous loss. Key Highlights: Strong Start for Biñan: Big Boy Hernandez sets the tone early with aggressive drives and interior scoring (1:36 - 2:12). Pingris on the Boards: Marc Pingris is highlighted for his signature rebounding skills, described as resembling the intensity of Sakuragi (0:24 - 4:07). Scoring Runs: Nick Cabanero contributes significantly to the offense, including a side-step finish (5:05) and a clutch three-pointer (5:26). Competitive Exchanges: The game remains back-and-forth with Ken Bono hitting key shots for Mindoro (3:36 - 3:40) and Bam Bam Gamalinda answering with a step-back three (7:46). Game Conclusion: Biñan maintains momentum throughout the second half, securing a solid victory (8:50) and demonstrating a disciplined response to coach Boyet's tactical adjustments. #bigtimeplays #binanvsmindoro #mpbl #marcpingris
Anthony Edwards is officially taking over the NBA! In a high-stakes NBA Playoffs Game 4 matchup, the Minnesota Timberwolves star put on a masterclass performance to tie the series 2-2 against the San Antonio Spurs. With a lethal stat line of 36 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 huge three-pointers, Ant-Man proved why he is the ultimate franchise player. From high-flying dunks to clutch defensive stops, this highlights reel shows why the Timberwolves are a serious title contender this season. In this video: Anthony Edwards Game 4 Highlights Timberwolves vs Spurs Series Analysis NBA Playoffs 2024 Drama & Results The evolution of the "New MJ" Watch the full breakdown of how Minnesota outlasted San Antonio in this 114-109 thriller. Don't miss Game 5 on NBC and Peacock! #NBA #AnthonyEdwards #Timberwolves #NBAPlayoffs #BasketballHighlights #AntMan #Spurs #NBAHighlights #Game4 #SportsNews