Kobe Bryant's 26 Sparks the Lakers' Comeback Win

Kobe Bryant scored 26 points to lead the Lakers in their come-from-behind win over Utah in preseason action.

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[SpiderManMode]

Not really a Kobe fan, but I respect greatness. Welcome back Black Mamba!

[The.Renovator]

Basketball fans nowadays are annoying as hell. If Kobe's good just admit it, why the hate? you still can't say someone sucks after they've had some of the best scoring nights in NBA history, 5 rings and is one of the most skilled players in NBA history. any real basketball fans will appreciate any good player no matter the team

[DoUEvenLiftBro]

26 points on 22 shots. He's back!

[KBisClutcherThanMJ]

LOL kobe still better than 90% players espn ranked him behind and at age 36 would give Em all that work!!!

[vonh]

I'm so happy to see Kobe is playing like the Kobe we know and love again. 

[wedontknow]

Im just happy to see Kobe play. I seen his first NBA game and with the injuries plaguing him I dont want to miss his last.

[Loris]

And people are saying Kobe's washed up and done. He could still easily average 23-25 points a game, and he's still making fades, and 1 jumpers from mid range, spin move behind the back passes, and is still the biggest competitor in the league.

[CWill]

kobe still got it. 35, loads of injuries, and still proven he can compete with the best of them. wish he had a better team :(

[imKiiLerZ]

You gotta give credit to Ronnie Price though! He sparked the comeback with all the defensive stops, steals, and multiple charges.

[TheJustin]

Still hitting unbelievable shots & guarding the best opposing player even with the injuries this man has suffered, Undeniable greatness.

[Treefingers]

I love seeing Kobe back on the court.  Basketball wasn't the same without him.  I remember watching the game the Achilles snapped and my heart sunk.  This is coming from a Celtics fan for life! 

[shawnkemp]

Good to see Kobe back and doing great again

[sportsteve]

Kobe just cooled the Jazz off.. #LAKERNATION

[Sham_TheGod]

Anybody wanna recognize the fact that he's barely even trying. Kobe is a monster, and the black mamba is back! 

[WyzardArt]

GLAD Kobe is back, He makes the League worth watching he ALWAYS Competes every GAME!!

[nikz]

Kobe with injuries and age issues still one of the best. Im a Bulls fan but even i can see he is one of the best to have ever played this game. Going to be a fun season.

[ldk]

You will miss 100% if you don't take the shot - MJ

[noneperfection]

People hate on Kobe for one reason, because they enjoy it. Its funny, because he's one of the greatest players to ever play the game. Who scored 81 points, 2nd most points in NBA history? Who's known for the some of the greatest clutch moments in NBA history? Who's known for 5 rings, and plays at a fast paced at a slight old age? I swear, yall hatin is too funny.

[iknownthing]

Man i love Kobe. My favorite player ever

[jacobgilbert]

no one can play better basketball than Kobe!