The Black Mamba’s legendary pride in Team USA almost led to a Rio 2016 swan song, but true to form, Kobe insisted on earning his spot—no special treatment, no legacy handouts. Colangelo revealed Kobe wanted to compete for a place just like the young guns (KD, Kyrie, Boogie). Imagine the fire if Bean had suited up one last time! Would you have given him a roster lock? #Sports #Basketball #KobeBryant