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.
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"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.
Congrats 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.
