Ben and JD share their thoughts on Kobe Bryant’s legacy and discuss the NBA’s decision to play games following the tragedy. Jodie Meeks, former NBA guard and 2019 NBA champion, joins the show to chat about his experience playing with Kobe and the relationship they forged off the court (22:21). Howard Beck, senior NBA scribe for Bleacher Report, reflects on Kobe’s illustrious playing career, his impact on the LA community, and the various tributes from teams across the NBA (41:46). Scoop Jackson, former NBA writer for SLAM Magazine and contributor to ESPN, checks in to discuss his relationship with Kobe and the resonance of his storied NBA career (1:01:18).

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