Kobe Bryant on the cover of Sports Illustrated‘s Oct. 21 issue

Writer Lee Jenkins’ story, That you can read here. As it go many directions for a candid and extended one-on-one conversation with the 15-time All-Star and five-time champion, but the piece’s lasting impact is less “interview” and more “anatomy of a competitor.” That Bryant happens to be a legendary workaholic, and that he happens to be rehabilitating from a potentially career-altering injury, only up the stakes. specially in kobe mind.

Kobe Bryant is also wearing the Lakers’ new black “Hollywood Nights” alternate jersey on the cover.

Issue hit stands Oct. 21

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