Kobe Bryant's last few seasons with the Lakers were painful, but he tried to alleviate the pain by trying to recruit a Hall of Fame guard.

LeBron James took to his X and addressed the rumor about him joining the Lakers due to Kobe Bryant's treatment in his final years.

LeBron James has a long list of excellent teammates throughout his career, ranging from NBA All-Stars to Hall of Famers.

The Los Angeles Lakers' treatment of Kobe Bryant in his final years was reportedly a factor in LeBron James signing there.

USC star JuJu Watkins chose the most clutch player between LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Kobe Bryant and more

LeBron James’ tenure as a Los Angeles Lakers star has nothing to do with NBA great Kobe Bryant. The “Black Mamba” retired in 2016 after 20 seasons, all of which he spent in LA after being drafted and quickly traded from the Charlotte Hornets in 1996.

Los Angeles Lakers star and NBA legend LeBron James denied a report Saturday that the Lakers' treatment of Kobe Bryant at the end of his career contributed

As with every time, LeBron James joins a new team when he joined the Los Angeles Lakers, it was a huge deal. Of course, one of the most iconic players ever joining such a storied franchise almost felt inevitable.

NBA star LeBron James revealed the reasons behind his decision to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, noting that legend Kobe Bryant was key to his choice. LeBron James chose to join the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018 not only for the chance to win a championship but also for the respect and care the organization showed toward Kobe Bryant in his final years as a player.

LeBron James agreed to terms on a deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. The four-time MVP joined a long list of all-time greats who have worn purple and gold. In his second season with the Lakers, James led the franchise to an NBA title.