Overview

• Irving used a July 22 Twitch livestream to criticize analysts for ranking Bryant as the No. 11 All-Time NBA player.
• He reminded viewers that Bryant entered the league at 17 and had multiple championships by 22, underscoring his early dominance.
• Irving emphasized that Bryant’s enduring legacy stems from both his on-court achievements and the resilience he displayed throughout his career.
• Shaquille O’Neal labeled the ranking “criminal” and Dwyane Wade placed Bryant among the top three players ever.
• Fans and NBA voices continue to challenge media rankings as the debate over the all-time greats shows no sign of fading.