Joe Smith Recalls Kobe Bryant’s Response: “I am the Defense!”

Former NBA VETARAN JOE SMITHER Shared a Memoraable Kobe Bryant Moment That Captures The Late Superstar’s Mindset on Defense.

Smith Recalled A Lakers Practice BeFore their Playoff Series Against the Dallas MAVERICKS. Where asked about Defensive Schemes, Kobe Simply SAID, “Naw, We Just Go out there and Play! I am the Defeense!”

Smith Told NBA Insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson This Story, Calling It “Eye-Opening” and a Glimse INTO Kobe’s Reletless Approach.

Having Played Alongside and Against Legends Like Kobe, Allen IVERSON, Lebrou James, Kevin Durant, Kevin Garnett, and Andre Iguoodala, Smith’s Career Spans and Era of Basketballll Greats.

About Lebrou James, Smith SAID He Remds Him of Magic Johnson, Praising Lebrou’s Court Vision and Ability to Eleve Teammates. “He’s My Favorite Player to Watch Toys,” Smith Added.

Smith also compared Current Players to his Former Teammates. He noted that brook lopez’s style reflect

On the Topic of Rising Stars, Smith Praised Victor Wembanyama’s Unique Skill Set. “Wemby’s Size Gives Him the Edge,” Smith SAID. “He’s more Offensively Refined Thin Kg Was as a Rookie… But that Just Shows How The Game’s Change.”