Trevor Ariza breaks down the truth behind Kobe vs. LeBron—from Kobe’s killer mentality to the rare behind-the-scenes moments only a teammate could see. He also shares how Kobe’s iconic 60-point finale helped push the 2016 Rockets into the playoffs.

In this exclusive conversation with Byron Scott, Trevor Ariza opens up about what truly separated Kobe Bryant and LeBron James—on the court, in practice, and in the mental battles that defined their primes. Ariza revisits the intensity of Kobe’s “killer mode,” the steal-wars they had in practice, and the untold context behind Kobe’s 60-point farewell game that unexpectedly helped the Houston Rockets clinch a postseason spot.

From inside the Lakers’ 2009 title run to the competitive fire that shaped Kobe’s leadership, this clip offers a rare, first-hand look at two of basketball’s greatest icons through the eyes of a champion.

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