After Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant passed former Chicago Bulls great Michael Jordan on the all-time scorer's list Sunday evening, the current Charlotte Hornets owner released a statement to the Associated Press congratulating him.
"I congratulate Kobe on reaching this milestone. He's obviously a great player, with a strong work ethic and has an equally strong passion for the game of basketball. I've enjoyed watching his game evolve over the years, and I look forward to seeing what he accomplishes next.''
Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James and Lakers legend Magic Johnson took to social media to support Bryant's accomplishment.
View this post on InstagramCongrats to @kobebryant on passing his idol Michael Jordan for 3rd on the NBA All-Time scoring list!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) December 15, 2014
Just like we've never seen another player like Michael Jordan, we will never see another player like Kobe Bryant!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) December 15, 2014
Bryant ended the night with 26 points in Los Angeles' 100-94 win over Minnesota.
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