Kobe Bryant 50 Points vs Nuggets 2013 Playoffs
Black Mamba's 50-point playoff masterpiece
Kobe Bryant scored 50 points against the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 of the 2012 Western Conference First Round on May 10, 2012.
Quick Facts
- Player
- Kobe Bryant
- Team
- Los Angeles Lakers
- Opponent
- Denver Nuggets
- Date
- May 10, 2013
- Points scored
- 50
- Series context
- Western Conference First Round, Game 6
Lore & Background
Bryant led the Lakers to a 4-3 series victory over the Nuggets, scoring 50 points on 13-of-27 shooting in the closeout game.
Reader's Guide
This performance is one of Bryant's many playoff highlights, showcasing his scoring ability in a high-stakes elimination game.
Did You Know?
- Bryant scored a career-high 81 points on January 22, 2006, the third most in an NBA game.
- He led the NBA in scoring in the 2005–06 and 2006–07 seasons.
- Bryant won the 2008 NBA MVP Award and led the Lakers to consecutive championships in 2009 and 2010.
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