8 Quotes about Kobe Bryant that define his career

2) Magic Johnson

Ervin ‘Magic’ Johnson and Kobe Bryant

"He's played through injuries. He's played hurt. And we've got five championship banners to show for it."

NBA legend Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson knows exactly what it takes to reach the level Kobe has achieved. Being a five-time champion himself, he understands the blood, sweat and grit it takes to be 3rd in the all-time scoring above scoring machines like Jordan.

He, of all people, understands how the body can try to limit your game and act like a ceiling to what you can do with it and most importantly he understands that with the right mindset, you can overcome everything and achieve immortality with a championship banner raised high. Magic Johnson still stands as one of Kobe’s biggest mentors.