Is Kobe Bean Bryant the best player in the world?

Question

I SAY YES HE IS ,I LOVE HIM.

Answer 1

kobe bryant scouting report: decent shooter, one of the best ballhandlers in the NBA, strong finisher, clutch performer, international experience Defense: ****. he is one of the best offensive players in the world but his defense is soft. Chris paul is the real MVP  

Answer 2

best player in the world

Answer 3

Whether you are a Laker fan or not, a Kobe hater or not, if you know the game of basketball then you know that Kobe Bryant is indeed the best player in the world right now.

For those who want to make an argument for Lebron James as the best current player, I can understand that. In terms of just statistics, for the 2007-2008 regular season Lebron is slightly better. Based on Hollinger's Player Effiency Rating (PER), which is a rating of a player's per-minute productivity, Lebron is "King":

http://insider.espn.go.com/nba/hollinger...

But Kobe is among the league's best in terms of statistics as well, and to determine who is "better" we have to go beyond just numbers. Kobe is a notch above Lebron right now. Both players are incredible offensive forces, able to create their own shots and score at will. But Kobe Bryant is clearly a better defensive player. He is an 8 time All-Defensive Team selection. How many times has Lebron James earned that honor? Zero.

This past season Kobe led his team to more wins, went deeper in the playoffs...and he did it in a tougher conference. In addition, Kobe has more playoff experience and three championship rings on Lebron. Until both of their careers are over we won't be able to make a final judgement, but as of right now Kobe Bryant is clearly the best basketball player playing right now.

If you were to poll those with the most professional basketball knowledge, such as fellow NBA players, NBA coaches, GM's, the media that covers the NBA, and other NBA executives, they would overwhelmingly agree that Kobe Bryant is the best player in the world right now.

Answer 4

He is an amazing player.

Answer 5

He's Up there in the top 3

Answer 6

of course he is

Answer 7

as if now yeah he is

Answer 8

yes but when he gets old lebron will take his place

Answer 9

No, he lacks defense, and is overrated by the fans.

Answer 10

you wish he was the best but he not he is way overrated

Answer 11

yes, yes he is lakers 2008-2009 nba champs kobe 2008-2009 mvp.

CELTICS SUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 12

By far he is the best so the h**l with paul peirce

Answer 13

yes he is the best

Answer 14

no

Answer 15

All NBA Team and All NBA defensive Team, He is the greatest in the world. Even if you dont like him.

Only haters give thumbs down...

Answer 16

Yes.