Nick Van Exel just dropped some real insight into how Kobe Bryant became the Black Mamba. Turns out, Kobe took a page straight from MJ’s playbook—not just on the court, but in the locker room too. Van Exel says Kobe used to be one of the guys, but after learning from His Airness, he kept his distance to stay laser-focused. That MJ blueprint shaped Kobe’s legendary drive and his unique approach to team dynamics. Thoughts on whether this made him a better leader? #Sports #Basketball #KobeBryant