On April 5, Beijing time, the names of Kobe Bryant and O'Neal, the two basketball superstars, left a strong mark in the history of the NBA. With his five championship rings and numerous individual accolades, Kobe Bryant has become a legend in the hearts of countless fans. O'Neal, on the other hand, has four championship rings that are equally dazzling, but he often laughs at himself for being inferior to Kobe Bryant in terms of historical status. So, what is the root cause behind this?
First of all, we need to understand the fact that basketball is a team sport, and one person's achievements are often closely related to his teammates, coaches, and the team as a whole. The period of cooperation between Kobe Bryant and O'Neal was the peak of the Lakers. They won three championships together, and during this period, Kobe Bryant and O'Neal's tacit cooperation and mutual support became the key to the success of the Lakers. However, after leaving O'Neal, Bryant led the Lakers to two more championships on his own, which undoubtedly added to his weight in history.
Secondly, Kobe's skills, perseverance and mental outlook on the court have made him an idol for countless fans. His "Mamba Spirit" has inspired generations of basketball enthusiasts. Kobe Bryant's love for basketball, his desire to win, and his strict requirements for himself have made him occupy an irreplaceable place in the hearts of fans. And although O'Neal also has excellent basketball skills, his image on the court is more portrayed as a humorous, easy-going big man, which makes him slightly inferior in terms of historical status.
Moreover, Kobe Bryant still maintained a high level of exposure after retiring, and he became a basketball analyst, philanthropist, and even a filmmaker. His performance in different areas is a testament to his all-round talent and exceptional qualities. Although O'Neal also has a lot of activities and programs after retiring, he is still more concerned by the public about his glorious history on the basketball court.
However, although O'Neal may not be as good as Kobe Bryant in terms of historical status, he has never stopped laughing at himself and blackening himself. This kind of self-deprecation and self-denial, not only shows his humility and humor, but also reflects his love for basketball and his confidence in himself. He knows that regardless of his historical status, he has left an indelible mark on basketball history. His four championship rings, his inexplicable interior dominance, his humor and wittiness have all become the talk of basketball fans.
O'Neal's self-deprecation and self-deprecation may be a kind of admiration and respect for Kobe. He knew that Kobe's tenacity and perseverance on the basketball court, as well as his all-round development after retiring from football, had allowed him to rise above his own in history. And he himself is willing to accept this fact in a light-hearted and humorous way.
Overall, both Kobe Bryant and O'Neal are legends in basketball history. Their achievements and status are indisputable. While O'Neal may not be as tall as Kobe Bryant in terms of history, that doesn't affect his standing in the hearts of basketball fans. His self-deprecation and self-deprecation are just a manifestation of his love and self-confidence for basketball and himself. And we, as fans, should cherish the wonderful moments and good memories they brought us.