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Sunhawk 01/27/20 7:27:45 AM #1:	I mean, I know he was considered a top-tier basketball player, but there are plenty of amazing athletes that many in the general public aren't particularly aware of. Various baseball players, soccer players, tennis players, rugby players, track and field athletes, and so on. Kobe Bryant's death seems to have had a deep impact on the American collective psyche, and possibly beyond. Why is this? --- It has been 0 days since something interesting happened. Thrill me, chill me, fulfil me. <cite>Sunhawk posted [p:933546643] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>I mean, I know he was considered a top-tier basketball player, but there are plenty of amazing athletes that many in the general public aren't particularly aware of. Various baseball players, soccer players, tennis players, rugby players, track and field athletes, and so on. Kobe Bryant's death seems to have had a deep impact on the American collective psyche, and possibly beyond. Why is this? </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
The Trent 01/27/20 7:28:40 AM #2:	Sunhawk posted... deep impact on the American collective psyche, The hell does this even mean --- i swear to God most of y'all cats just don't know The Trent you barely know yourself so i guess most of y'all should be offended <cite>The Trent posted [p:933546657] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Sunhawk posted... </cite> <quote>deep impact on the American collective psyche,</quote> The hell does this even mean </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
XxKrebsxX 01/27/20 7:29:29 AM #3:	Legendary player who was an all around class act. I dont follow basketball so the feeling isnt too impactful on me but it registered enough where Im like, this sucks. <cite>XxKrebsxX posted [p:933546671] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Legendary player who was an all around class act. I dont follow basketball so the feeling isnt too impactful on me but it registered enough where Im like, this sucks. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
lilORANG 01/27/20 7:30:50 AM #4:	He played sports good for 20 years and got accused of rape. Also people were constantly having the "MJ, Kobe, or Lebron" conversation --- Posted using GameFlux Get it now for Android from Google Play! <cite>lilORANG posted [p:933546693] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>He played sports good for 20 years and got accused of rape. Also people were constantly having the "MJ, Kobe, or Lebron" conversation</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Delirious_Beard 01/27/20 7:32:11 AM #6:	he was an all time great playing for the most recognizable basketball franchise in the world also pubic lmaooooo --- https://imgur.com/HUHxlFl You act like I don't know my own way home <cite>Delirious_Beard posted [p:933546715] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>he was an all time great playing for the most recognizable basketball franchise in the world also pubic lmaooooo </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Kami_no_Kami 01/27/20 7:32:34 AM #7:	Unfortunate typo you have there. <cite>Kami_no_Kami posted [p:933546724] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Unfortunate typo you have there. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Fin_Dawg_004 01/27/20 7:35:27 AM #8:	GOAT. But beyond basketball he was a fascinating mind. He was very philosophical and curious when it came to everything and everyone outside of basketball. He was ready and thriving for life after basketball: as an ambassador, a teacher, and a father. That's what is so crushing for me as a fan of Kobe. --- Thank You Dirk Thank You Kobe <cite>Fin_Dawg_004 posted [p:933546772] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>GOAT. But beyond basketball he was a fascinating mind. He was very philosophical and curious when it came to everything and everyone outside of basketball. He was ready and thriving for life after basketball: as an ambassador, a teacher, and a father. That's what is so crushing for me as a fan of Kobe. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
JTilly 01/27/20 7:36:05 AM #9:	One of the greatest sport players ever out of any sport in history, hella rich, not old. And he just dies out of the blue. It was just very unexpected really --- WittleJimmyJimmyjumper <cite>JTilly posted [p:933546780] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>One of the greatest sport players ever out of any sport in history, hella rich, not old. And he just dies out of the blue. It was just very unexpected really </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
loafy013 01/27/20 7:37:26 AM #10:	Fin_Dawg_004 posted... GOAT. But beyond basketball he was a fascinating mind. He was very philosophical and curious when it came to everything and everyone outside of basketball. He was ready and thriving for life after basketball: as an ambassador, a teacher, and a father. That's what is so crushing for me as a fan of Kobe. And yet for many people, that doesn't matter. Their first knowledge about him was him being accused of rape, and basically going "Oops, sorry". --- The ball is round, the game lasts 90 minutes. That's fact. Everything else, is theory. <cite>loafy013 posted [p:933546808] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Fin_Dawg_004 posted... </cite> <quote>GOAT. But beyond basketball he was a fascinating mind. He was very philosophical and curious when it came to everything and everyone outside of basketball. He was ready and thriving for life after basketball: as an ambassador, a teacher, and a father. That's what is so crushing for me as a fan of Kobe.</quote>And yet for many people, that doesn't matter. Their first knowledge about him was him being accused of rape, and basically going "Oops, sorry". </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Fin_Dawg_004 01/27/20 7:47:17 AM #11:	loafy013 posted... And yet for many people, that doesn't matter. Their first knowledge about him was him being accused of rape, and basically going "Oops, sorry". For people who did understand his drive, intellect, curiosity, and potential for the next chapter of his life this is devestating. And this is just a fan's perspective. Seeing him and Gigi courtside at games, watching him point out details he sees during the game and her enthusiastic admiration for him... it's fucking horrific and sad, and i hate it. --- Thank You Dirk Thank You Kobe <cite>Fin_Dawg_004 posted [p:933546967] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>loafy013 posted... </cite> <quote>And yet for many people, that doesn't matter. Their first knowledge about him was him being accused of rape, and basically going "Oops, sorry".</quote>For people who did understand his drive, intellect, curiosity, and potential for the next chapter of his life this is devestating. And this is just a fan's perspective. Seeing him and Gigi courtside at games, watching him point out details he sees during the game and her enthusiastic admiration for him... it's fucking horrific and sad, and i hate it. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Fin_Dawg_004 01/27/20 7:50:52 AM #12:	The thing that haunts me is imagining those last few moments between he and his daughter. I know this sounds weird and dramatic, but i hope they had a moment of peace and love at the end. I know that sounds stupid given the circumstances, but i'd like to think that. --- Thank You Dirk Thank You Kobe <cite>Fin_Dawg_004 posted [p:933547039] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>The thing that haunts me is imagining those last few moments between he and his daughter. I know this sounds weird and dramatic, but i hope they had a moment of peace and love at the end. I know that sounds stupid given the circumstances, but i'd like to think that. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Touch 01/27/20 7:52:14 AM #13:	He was a pretty big international star so it wasn't just America lol. I believe he also played in China and Italy or something. Hell, there's a video of him doing the traditional Filipino tinikling dance in full Filipino getup --- https://imgur.com/DlAxjk6 <cite>Touch posted [p:933547058] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>He was a pretty big international star so it wasn't just America lol. I believe he also played in China and Italy or something. Hell, there's a video of him doing the traditional Filipino tinikling dance in full Filipino getup </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Starks 01/27/20 7:52:43 AM #14:	Being the bridge between Jordan and Lebron --- This space for rent <cite>Starks posted [p:933547068] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Being the bridge between Jordan and Lebron </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
lilORANG 01/27/20 7:54:02 AM #15:	Touch posted... He was a pretty big international star so it wasn't just America lol. I believe he also played in China and Italy or something. Hell, there's a video of him doing the traditional Filipino tinikling dance in full Filipino getup He's got a couple olympic medals --- #FeelTheBern https://imgur.com/q5z4CUu https://imgur.com/6B9oFXh https://imgur.com/sy42Dlf <cite>lilORANG posted [p:933547093] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Touch posted... </cite> <quote>He was a pretty big international star so it wasn't just America lol. I believe he also played in China and Italy or something. Hell, there's a video of him doing the traditional Filipino tinikling dance in full Filipino getup</quote>He's got a couple olympic medals </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Kaiganeer 01/27/20 7:54:14 AM #16:	loafy013 posted... him being accused of rape, and basically going "Oops, sorry". he admitted to raping someone? what the fuck <cite>Kaiganeer posted [p:933547098] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>loafy013 posted... </cite> <quote>him being accused of rape, and basically going "Oops, sorry".</quote>he admitted to raping someone? what the fuck </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
TheRealDill2015 01/27/20 7:55:04 AM #17:	Delirious_Beard posted... he was an all time great playing for the most recognizable basketball franchise in the world also pubic lmaooooo He wasn't on the Knicks. --- Proud supporter of the GEOTUS <cite>TheRealDill2015 posted [p:933547112] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Delirious_Beard posted...</cite> <quote>he was an all time great playing for the most recognizable basketball franchise in the world also pubic lmaooooo </quote> He wasn't on the Knicks.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
im not 13 01/27/20 7:55:16 AM #18:	loafy013 posted... So you've never done anything in your life you regret? He was never found guilty of anything yet received a huge public shaming for it..and this was 17 years ago He's grown so much since then anway...appearing to have a great relationship with his family, his former teammates, supporting the NBA long after his retirement, giving to charity. He seemed like a great man and deserves to be mourned. --- http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m510t9eNw71r2yd8o.jpg <cite>im not 13 posted [p:933547114] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>loafy013 posted... So you've never done anything in your life you regret? He was never found guilty of anything yet received a huge public shaming for it..and this was 17 years ago He's grown so much since then anway...appearing to have a great relationship with his family, his former teammates, supporting the NBA long after his retirement, giving to charity. He seemed like a great man and deserves to be mourned. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
jcmason 01/27/20 7:57:36 AM #19:	The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks. --- https://join.worldcommunitygrid.org?recruiterId=545336 i7-7700K\|H80\|Z270\|8GB 1070 GTX\|16GB DDR4 @3200MHz\|Corsair Graphite Series 600T White <cite>jcmason posted [p:933547146] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
lilORANG 01/27/20 7:59:18 AM #20:	jcmason posted... The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks. it's interesting how so many are willing to overlook that, but some offensive tweets from 10 years ago gets you canceled. --- #FeelTheBern https://imgur.com/q5z4CUu https://imgur.com/6B9oFXh https://imgur.com/sy42Dlf <cite>lilORANG posted [p:933547179] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>jcmason posted... </cite> <quote>The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks.</quote>it's interesting how so many are willing to overlook that, but some offensive tweets from 10 years ago gets you canceled. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
im not 13 01/27/20 7:59:43 AM #21:	jcmason posted... The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks. It was the biggest thing for years...what planet have you been on? --- http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m510t9eNw71r2yd8o.jpg <cite>im not 13 posted [p:933547187] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>jcmason posted... </cite> <quote>The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks.</quote> It was the biggest thing for years...what planet have you been on? </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Jiggy101011 01/27/20 8:01:57 AM #22:	For me who isn't a huge sports fan I'm more impacted that he just started his retirement and then a tragedy like this happens. Yes he was young, but he was one of the greats for so long and played for so long that it feels like he was just getting into the next chapter of his life and then this happens. Not to compare but if Jordan died I could at least sit there and go he lived a good portion of his life outside of basketball. --- Gamertag: F1RE v2 PSN ID: F1REx Man got me a 9 and she sexy <cite>Jiggy101011 posted [p:933547230] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>For me who isn't a huge sports fan I'm more impacted that he just started his retirement and then a tragedy like this happens. Yes he was young, but he was one of the greats for so long and played for so long that it feels like he was just getting into the next chapter of his life and then this happens. Not to compare but if Jordan died I could at least sit there and go he lived a good portion of his life outside of basketball. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
DezDroppedFreak 01/27/20 8:02:02 AM #23:	jcmason posted... The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks. Kind of because 1. the charges were dropped and 2. dragging skeletons out of the closet immediately after three children lost their father and sister is a pretty shitty thing to do. --- I feel like Ratatouille when I'm whipping that cheddar <cite>DezDroppedFreak posted [p:933547233] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote> jcmason posted... </cite> <quote>The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks.</quote> Kind of because 1. the charges were dropped and 2. dragging skeletons out of the closet immediately after three children lost their father and sister is a pretty shitty thing to do. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Ving_Rhames 01/27/20 8:02:15 AM #24:	Because he was the epitome of a true competitor. People can only dream of having the drive and fortitude he had throughout his career. The GOAT. --- the real Irving Rameses https://imgur.com/A7f6F9h <cite>Ving_Rhames posted [p:933547240] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Because he was the epitome of a true competitor. People can only dream of having the drive and fortitude he had throughout his career. The GOAT. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
I4NRulez 01/27/20 8:02:44 AM #25:	Kaiganeer posted... he admitted to raping someone? what the fuck He didn't, he wasnt even convicted. --- The night brims with defiled scum,and is permeated by their rotten stench. Just think. Now you're all set to hunt and kill to your heart's content. <cite>I4NRulez posted [p:933547252] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Kaiganeer posted... </cite> <quote>he admitted to raping someone? what the fuck</quote> He didn't, he wasnt even convicted. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
lilORANG 01/27/20 8:04:30 AM #26:	I4NRulez posted... He didn't, he wasnt even convicted. He can admit to it without being convicted >_> This was his "apology" lol: "Although I truly believe this encounter between us was consensual, I recognize now that she did not and does not view this incident the same way I did. After months of reviewing discovery, listening to her attorney, and even her testimony in person, I now understand how she feels that she did not consent to this encounter." and he still paid the girl a bunch of money to settle the civil suit. --- #FeelTheBern https://imgur.com/q5z4CUu https://imgur.com/6B9oFXh https://imgur.com/sy42Dlf <cite>lilORANG posted [p:933547287] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>I4NRulez posted... </cite> <quote>He didn't, he wasnt even convicted.</quote>He can admit to it without being convicted >_> This was his "apology" lol: "Although I truly believe this encounter between us was consensual, I recognize now that she did not and does not view this incident the same way I did. After months of reviewing discovery, listening to her attorney, and even her testimony in person, I now understand how she feels that she did not consent to this encounter." and he still paid the girl a bunch of money to settle the civil suit. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
loafy013 01/27/20 8:05:28 AM #27:	Kaiganeer posted... he admitted to raping someone? what the fuck He admitted to sleeping with her, but disagrees that it wasn't consensual. They ended up settling out of court. --- The ball is round, the game lasts 90 minutes. That's fact. Everything else, is theory. <cite>loafy013 posted [p:933547304] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Kaiganeer posted... </cite> <quote>he admitted to raping someone? what the fuck</quote>He admitted to sleeping with her, but disagrees that it wasn't consensual. They ended up settling out of court. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Tupacrulez 01/27/20 8:21:09 AM #28:	A famous person died. So the public suddenly cares. --- Suck less, Rock Moar Company I work for sends screwed up pieces out all the time.-r4xor, the professional welder. <cite>Tupacrulez posted [p:933547591] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>A famous person died. So the public suddenly cares. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
clyde_frog 01/27/20 8:34:03 AM #29:	jcmason posted... The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks. Youre surprised we dont talk about it more? This was the most prominent celebrity athlete news story from like 03-05. What more is there to talk about on this issue? He demonstrated growth as a human being and was clearly an outstanding father and family man. --- https://imgur.com/UFOAF https://imgur.com/aPQ00PI http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m71fpsIYJA1qf1116o1_500.jpg <cite>clyde_frog posted [p:933547828] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>jcmason posted... </cite> <quote>The first thing I think of when I hear his name is the rape charges, I don't know why this isn't talked about more. I guess the public eye just kind of forgets about it, since it was more than a decade ago. Personally, I think its an important part of his history, but that doesn't seem to be relevant to many folks.</quote> Youre surprised we dont talk about it more? This was the most prominent celebrity athlete news story from like 03-05. What more is there to talk about on this issue? He demonstrated growth as a human being and was clearly an outstanding father and family man. </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
VTBM 01/27/20 8:36:01 AM #30:	Tupacrulez posted... A famous person died. So the public suddenly cares. --- https://imgur.com/e7sCCSb <cite>VTBM posted [p:933547872] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>Tupacrulez posted... </cite> <quote>A famous person died. So the public suddenly cares.</quote> </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
pogo_rabid 01/27/20 8:36:03 AM #31:	XxKrebsxX posted... Legendary player who was an all around class act. I dont follow basketball so the feeling isnt too impactful on me but it registered enough where Im like, this sucks. iirc, he was a ball hog and a bit of a diva tho --- Ryzen 3800x @ 4.3, 32 gig @ 4000, 1070ti, 970pro, Asus Strix x570-E <cite>pogo_rabid posted [p:933547873] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>XxKrebsxX posted... </cite> <quote>Legendary player who was an all around class act. I dont follow basketball so the feeling isnt too impactful on me but it registered enough where Im like, this sucks.</quote>iirc, he was a ball hog and a bit of a diva tho </quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Kitt 01/27/20 8:42:05 AM #32:	The Trent posted... The hell does this even mean Pretending to simultaneously be dense and a psuedo-intellectual is TC's whole shtick. --- Yeah! You Go, Boy! https://imgur.com/pmc9XsI https://imgur.com/p6Wfowq <cite>Kitt posted [p:933547988] in How did Ko... [t:78363325]...</cite> <quote>The Trent posted...</cite> <quote> The hell does this even mean </quote> Pretending to simultaneously be dense and a psuedo-intellectual is TC's whole shtick.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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