Kobe Takes Over In 2000 NBA Finals Game 4 |  

NBA should do these together live during the off season. I’m digging these archives from the 90s-00s

Watching this all over again truly gave me a different perspective on how truly amazing and confident Kobe Bryant was during this game and seemed laser-focused once Shaq fouled out in OT. 22 Years later I'm sitting here thinking WOW I didn't understand the weight of the situation that Kobe was under. The future superstar of the team separated himself this night, showing he wasn't just a 21-year-old kid playing Basketball in a grown man's world. I appreciate his performance, even more today than I did 22 years ago. I was 27 years old and an arrogant fan thinking OH yeah the Lakers got this in the Bag. Kobe and all the rest of the Lakers are gonna get the job done ✔️... This was a great preview of how great Shaq and Kobe could be when they played at their best... as well we got to see the Birth of the Laker's future Superstar and Hall of Famer... and how the Black Mamba was created once Kobe was the Leader of the L.A. Lakers 🏀 Franchise & Team. I LOVED watching this and reliving the emotions of it all, Especially now that Kobe is no longer with us anymore. 💔 RIP 🙏🏼 🪦 "Black Mamba" #24Forever #Lakersgreatest

I vividly remember this series coz this was the time I started playing basketball. I was attracted by this number 8 player and after watching him played, I went to the court myself to shoot around and since then I fell in love with basketball and Kobe Bryant. Rip Kobe and thank you for all the great memories 🥺

Shaq's a monster, Kobe's an assassin... But damn, Reggie Miller's offball game is a work of art.

That OT shows who Kobe was, that determinations and will to win. It’s absolutely beautiful

Crazy. I knew this was 2000 finals. I watched this finals and many more before. I kept thinking how this was a young Kobe still learning the game. At times he crowded the lane and kept calling for the ball instead of moving, although he did have a bad ankle. But then I started doing the math about the end of the 3rd and realized this was the kids 4th year!! Regardless of having things to learn he was absolutely clutch when they needed him. Let the game come to him even though he was visibly frustrated at times. Miss watching this type of greatness.

Doug Collins’ commentary during the game is awesome. It’s so bizarre watching and reflecting on these historic moments over two decades later. I’m happy I saw the journey and was able to root for someone who helped change the game of basketball while donning the iconic Purple & Gold. Rest Peacefully Kobe.

Saw this game 20 years ago. Still can feel the thrill of it. Heartbreaking for the Pacers but heck its Kobe. Gets four fouls, MAMBA MODE ACTIVATED!

Shaq told this story, he was mad at himself when he fouled out and Kobe told him don't worry I got this....we have so many great players today that choke when it counts, we all miss you Kobe

Kobe always in our hearts!!

Kobe is a one of a kind player we will most likely never see another player like Kobe Bryant.I expect clutch performances from Kobe like these especially in the playoffs it just what Kobe does period. #MAMBAMENTALITY

During the lockdown these games were one of the few things that kept my sanity. Shout out to whoever at the nba decided to stream these

What a game! Kobe we still Love YOU! Rest Easy MAMBA!

That's the moment Kobe was waiting for 🔥👑

LA will never be the same without you Kobe Bean Bryant... We miss you everyday Kobe... Forever 8/24 Los Angeles Lakers For Life!

I hear a lot of guys tell funny stories about Kobe, but he was READY to own the moment in any game at any time or for the whole game. Even on his off nights, he didn't cheat the game because he filled the stat sheet and did all the fundamental elements with the same vigor as he would when shots are falling early & often.

One of the best played finals games ever. Glad I got to see it in person although still ticked my Pacers lost. Game 5 was a fans dream but we knew it was over in 6.

Lotta people forget about moments like this. Def cemented Kobe as a goat contender for so many people

S/O to AC Green, Won with the Showtime Lakers in 87, and these Lakers in 2000 (with meaningful playing time). Amazing.

When the world needed him most he was there a world without Kobe hurts us but he wants us to live on and become legends in our own right.

I was 2 years old when this happened! Now Im not a big nba fan but I am fan of seeing legends! Watching Kobe Bryant games on YT, really helps me understand why he was so special like he was the Micheal Jordan 2.0

I became a Lakers fan in 2000 after moving to LA. Watching these games i was hooked

This is just pure Clutch Factor by Kobe. Prime Example

Man I miss that Pacers team. They were such a deep and well rounded team. Sucks Reggie missed that last 3. He deserved a ring.

It hurts to think that we'll never see him standing on the podium in his hall of fame speech.

I came to this 2 hour video to find this moment.... 1:50:38 ...when Shaq fouls out, in the last minutes of overtime and it all rides on Kobe, even the announcers say it beforehand....and boom, he nails that long tough 2 pointer and that MAMBA look afterwords..."cmon man, y'all can't touch me. You have no chance to win this game"

Love watching Kobe and Shaquille. RIP Mamba

Good lord I can’t believe this man left us😪😭

Lakers vs. Pacers, one of the best NBA finals game back in early 2000’s R.I.P. Kobe Bryant, you truly be missed in the basketball world!, you always be Laker for life! 😣😢🏀

What a blast back to the past in a bygone era.

The Game 7 Portland series alerted me Kobe had arrived.This finals match versus pacers captured me as a kobe fan forever

Kobe came up BIG. RIP Legend.

Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant and all whom we lost on the Sunday January 26th, 2020 Helicopter Accident. Gone but not forgotten. Thank you both for the Mamba Mentality.

I wish Kobe could still be here with us...

The game that made kobe a legend in my book.. Im a pacer fan but this made me a kobe fan forever!!

Kobe Bryant is a great player, hall farmer and one of many Lakers greats...RIP my brother God bless you & family..

R i p to kobe, I'm still a big fan of you. You are a true legend Kobe!!

Please don't cancel the season just live stream the games please. I've waited so long to see the Lakers in the playoffs again

Rest In peace Kobe , my 🐐🐍

Got so many feels from watching this game... wow.

Let’s appreciate shaq’s performance because he has gotten many fouls and fought for his life for his team god bless him

We miss Kobe so hard! Remember him as one of the best ever!

22 Years later…and it seems like yesterday that I watched this game…KB gone but not forgotten‼️🥲🥲

The more I see these the more I miss him.

Glen Rice, AC Green, Ron Harper, Robert Harry, Rick Fox, John Salley, Devean George, Brian Shaw, Derrick Fisher, Shaquille O’Neil, Kobe Bryant. Such a great team.

I miss Kobe so much now!!!

Never discount what Kobe did during the three peat journey!

The hug Shaq and Kobe after the game... I’m not crying you’re crying

Love seeing that moment again when Shaq went to the bench after fouling out...he says to kobe, "you ready?" Kobe was

WOW...How GREAT was Kobe!!!

Kobe was actually hated during these times I remember people hating Kobe I got sad because people underistmated Kobes talent

Definition of CLUTCH! Kobe

Another great Kobe moment

WE LOVE YOU KOBE AND YOU ARE FOREVER MISSED!!!

As a Lakers fan it was unfortunate that Miller31Time didn't get to have a ring cause he was a victim of an era. Had to face two legends such as MJ23 and KB824.

We all miss kobe may he fly high in basketball heaven 🏀♥️

How people quickly forget just how good Reggie was.

KOBE BRYANT IS A MONSTER FOR THE BASKET! KOBE IS A ETERNAL!

HE WAS MY HERO...N AS A 42 YEAR OLD MAN, I AINT ASHAMED TO SAY SUCH. HE NEVER CHEATED US....HE GAVE US EVERYTHING. #RIPMAMBA

As a first-generation immigrant that grew up in LA, sports was the outlet that made me feel American. It was the avenue where it didn't matter where your parents were from or how much money they made. If you were good, people respected you. Thank you KOBE for inspiring me to be the best I can be. RIP MAMBA

Kobe, the man of the hour. The greatest player that ever played the game of basketball. Thank you M.J. for mentoring Kobe and thanks Kobe for mentoring so many young players who seek you out to get your advice. Thank you for never giving up when it seems like the odds were against you to win. Thank you for never saying never.

I remember watching this game. When Shaq fouled out I thought it’s over we lost. Then the world watched Kobe activate mamba mentality.

Kobe was a awesome man dude it sucks he died he was only 41 years old and Gigi was 13 years old she loved basketball that was her future life I can’t Imagine how sad his family is man RIP 🙏🏻

Life passes us by so fast 20 years gone by in a blink of an eyes

1:28:40 what a move by Reggie against Kobe!

This game was the defining moment that I knew… that Kobe Bryant was destined for legendary status. He single handedly carried a Shaq’less Lakers team to a much needed win. And the most amazing part is: HE HAD JUST SPRAINED HIS ANKLE DAYS BEFORE… like what the actual f*ck?!?! 🤷🏽‍♂️🤯🤯🤯 Kobe will always be MY GOAT. Idc what anyone says💜💛🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🐍🐍🐍🐍🐐🐐🐐🐐 #mambamentality #blackmamba #kobebeanbryant

I watched basketball because of Kobe. My brother and I started watching basketball during the Shaq and Kobe era. We screamed and celebrated when the lakers were winning. And cried when they were loosing. Thank you so much KOBE, for being part of our Childhood. And millions of others who you inspired over the years.

I'm unsure how Shaq's free throw technique transformed during his time with the Lakers. While he had a smooth free throw style with the Magic, what I observed during his time with the Lakers was an awkward free throw that lacked in elevation.

I miss Kobe, the only way I get to see him is when he's playing ball. He has such a gentle spirit. He's never selfish, always sharing in his game and Shaq the two of them play so well together. The Lakers are a great team, all of them pull together and Kobe the finisher and the go to guy. Every team need a go to guy, the Lakers are grateful they have Kobe. Thank you NBA for sharing. I only wished you guys appreciated Kobe more when he was playing instead of disliking him. Kobe is Kobe and nobody plays like Kobe, He train hard and it shows. So, you guys need to show more appreciation for Kobe. Thank you Lord for blessing Kobe and the Lakers to be the TEAM OF THE YEAR. I'm making them the TEAM AND KOBE THE PLAYER MVP. Now how do you like those apples? They taste real good don't they. Thank you God and thank you Kobe and the Lakers and last but least Mr. Phil.

You saw the last vestiges of the center oriented offense...and the passing of the torch. You could see the Lakers spread the floor and give Kobe the room to operate that he didn't have in regulation.

Great game by Shaq; Kobe had a sprained ankle and it hampered his game.

Kobe is Insane Shaq is Incredible

America will always have a love affair with Kobe Bryant! He's the one these young cats want to be like, play like, act like. It's always Kobe, the hardest players I know that ever played the game of Basketball, and the hardest working player on the court. He trains the hardest, therefore, he will rip the greatest rewards and get the best results out of his game. Every time Kobe set on the court, the man he knows how to bring the game and get everyone involved on his team. There is no comparison. Kobe is in a lead by himself because knows what it takes to win and he had a great mentor MJ. So Kobe left no stones unturned while he was training or playing. His first passion. R.I.P. Kobe Love Yah!

1:47:54 this is why Reggie is legendary. This whole fourth quarter and overtime are insane

The more I see Kobe Bryant and the Lakers play the more I think about Kobe Bryant. He did so much for the Lakers and winning was he had to do. Kobe the Untimate player. Man do I miss him. He will be the only one I want to see play. So please keep the Lakers and Kobe barbies coming my man 👨 love 💘 to him play.

Kobe was just awesome. Miss him

Honnestly, Shaq is one the best basket ball player I have ever known, he's gigantic.

Who else coms back to watch this video and starts tearing up, RIP MAMBA

Saw this one live, brings back good memories! 17× champion! R.i.p. mamba

The commentators are literally coaches. 😂 Amazing game RIP Kobe. May you and Gianna rest in Heaven. 🙏 God bless.

R.I.P Kobe🙏... Truly one of the greatest💪💯

Love it watching these old game brings back memories 3 how happy our house use tobe rest in peace my dad and two brothers of whom I miss along the way watching NBA games are not the same without them

It's crazy to see how little to no complaining and crying the players do after every call compared to today's game its like night and day

These Pacers were one of the best shooting teams ever - EIGHT players shooting 80%+ FT that year! I still don't understand how they failed to make the Finals in '99.

Love watching the old school NBA vids like these

More Kobe playoff full game videos🙏🏻

Reggie Miller taking the Shaq and Kobe Lakers to OT is so under rated. Reggie had no hall of famers on his side

I'm always going to respect Kobe Bryant because he played hard like Michael Jordan on the court and he was a good man and husband and father to his beautiful daughters and beautiful wife

My cousin used to come through and hang with us as kids and I didn't have much time to enjoy his company back then, but I remember him watching this game with us and turning him into a Lakers fan. RIP Cartlitos. We miss you.

When you grow up watching this style of ball as a kid it always felt normal always enjoyed the half court style more with the straight man to man

I miss the early 2000's when I was a kid 😔

That shot at the end probably still haunts Reggie Miller to this day he really needed that one to drop

These make me sad...I really,really miss the GOAT and his daughter.RIP Mamba,RIP Kobe

Kobe has always been in our hearts. I believe it must be the childhood of many people. Thanks to the NBA

Wow Shaq was really a powerhouse

thank god for youtube. this is like a time machine. it doesn't feel like 22 years ago. feels like i watched this game yesterday. rip kobe!

Kobe will always be one of the top 5 to 10 players of all- time. The only player that deserves to be #2 to Jordan, period! We miss your game Mamba. R.I.P.

1:59:38 I love this.. Partly bc im a lifelong Laker fan, Partly because i miss Kobe & Shaq combo Partly bc social distancing...

36 points and 21 rebounds in a finals game? Shaq was something else lol

The greatest basketball player to ever step on the court