It's been a long time in coming. But finally, after more than a decade of sensational seasons, NBA superstar Kobe Bryant has finally won the illusive title of Most Valuable Player.
The Lakers star, who entered the league straight out of the Philadelphia area's Lower Merion High School in 1996, has been a constant bright spot for the game. Since then, we've seen this boy grow into a powerhouse player right before the eyes of sports fans everywhere.
Arguably the best player in the world for several years, Bryant has been in the running annually but could never seem to acquire enough votes for the top spot.
Perhaps it had a lot to do with the little scandal in 2003 with the young lady from Colorado made a flimsy accusation of rape. Charges where dropped but the damage to this clean cut young man's reputation was done. Or maybe it has something to do with the NBA's apparent push for a new, more marketable Michael Jordan-like figure. (Personally I think the league administration is pathetically in love with LaBron James.) Maybe it's something else entirely. But the fact remains, Bryant has been overlooked too many times.
With a career practically made up of highlight films featuring three NBA titles, 10 All-Star game appearances, two scoring titles, seven times as an All-Defensive Team selection, and the second highest score ever posted in a single game (81 points), who could even question his greatness.
It's about time such a tremendous talent gets the recognition he truly deserves.
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