BEAN

A podcast dedicated to Kobe Bryant's Greatest Games. We will cover the Mamba's best performances during his illustrious 20-year career, and some of the better-forgotten ones. Calling all KOBE FANS, this one is for you! Created by Jeff Fraler and Brandon Rosenthal. RIP KOBE!

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Episodes

Episode 04: Suns @ Lakers, April 2006 (1st Round, G4)

In Episode 04, Jeff & Brandon discuss one of the most unforgettable moments in LA Lakers history -- Kobe Bryant's 2006 game-winner against Phoenix. The 7th seeded Lakers were facing off in the first round against the 2nd seeded Phoenix Suns, led by MVP Steve Nash. The Lakers were the heavy underdogs heading into the series and after shocking the Suns in games 2 and 3, the Lakers had a chance to go up 3-1 in this best-of-7 series. This game was a back-and-forth battle with plenty of chances f...

Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 03: Lakers @ Nuggets, May 2009 (WCF G6)

In Episode 03, Jeff & Brandon discuss Lakers vs Nuggets, 2009 Western Conference Finals, Game 6 -- a somewhat forgotten game in the Rolodex of Kobe legendary games. The Lakers were up 3-2 heading into Game 6 in Denver with a shot to get back to the NBA Finals ... and Kobe was not about to let that chance escape him. The Black Mamba showcased his entire arsenal for the basketball world to see, including a 30/10 double-double, securing back-to-back NBA Finals appearances. We hope you enjoy thi...

Apr 05, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 02: Lakers @ Blazers, Apr 2004

In Episode 02, Jeff and Brandon recap a classic in Kobe Bryant lore ... the Portland double-buzzer-beater game! This was the final game of the 2003/04 NBA season and the Lakers traveled to Portland with a chance to win the Pacific outright. After a slow start, the Lakers and Kobe got going and Kobe kept the Lakers in it. This game featured two amazing Kobe Bryant buzzer-beaters ... one to send it to OT and the other to win it in double-OT. In this episode, we include some trivia, memorable plays...

Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Episode 01: Lakers @ Knicks, Feb 2003

Episode 01 includes us recapping a personal favorite, Lakers @ Knicks on February 6, 2003. Kobe came in scoring 35 or more in the previous 4 games and torched New York for 46 on this night--including several memorable plays. With an electric MSG crowd and TNT favorite Kevin Harlan on the microphone, this game is immortalized in Laker lore as Kobe began a steak of 9 consecutive 40 point games to get the 2003 Lakers back into the playoff hunt. We hope you enjoy it, and please subscribe. Subscribe ...

Jan 25, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1

BEAN Podcast Trailer

Kobe Bryant is our basketball hero. Join us as we take a special look back at some of his best games in his 20-year career. The first episode drops on Monday, Jan 25.

Jan 21, 2021•44 sec

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