Note: This item is listed with an asterisk, * , which means it is owned by a private collector, and is available on consignment. NBA Icon Kobe Bryant wore this gold jersey during the Lakers' 119-107 loss to the Phoenix Suns on March 23, 2016 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, AZ. It was Kobe's final game against the Suns and his protege, star guard Devin Booker. It's a rare relic from Black Mamba's final NBA season, conclusively photo-matched by MeiGray Authenticated. Kobe played 28 minutes and registered 17 points with 2 assists and 3 rebounds. "3-23-16" is handwritten on the jock tag. A five-time NBA Champion, two-time Finals MVP, 2007-08 NBA MVP, 18-time All-Star, member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team and a Basketball Hall of Famer, Bryant was a clutch competitor who turned his game up when the lights were brightest. As of the conclusion of the 2024-25 season, he is fourth all-time in regular season (33,643) and playoff (5,640) points. In his 20-year career, Bryant played in 1,346 games, averaging 25 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.4 steals per game. This jersey will include a MeiGray Letter of Authenticity and MeiGray Authenticated Photographic Letter of Authenticity.
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