NBA 2K20 MyTEAM: MOTW 14 Predictions (Moments of the Week 14) – LeBron James, Vince Carter, Kawhi Leonard

It seems almost criminal to write anything NBA related considering the news that broke on Sunday of Kobe Bryant’s tragic death.

The LA Lakers legend was one of five passengers in a helicopter crash which killed everyone on board. Bryant played 20 seasons, all with the Lakers, winning five NBA titles and becoming the fourth highest scorer in NBA history.

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Just a day before his death, LeBron James passed him for third place in career points, in what has now been one of the most historic 24 hours in NBA history.

So, to honor Kobe, for this week’s MOTW predictions, I’m going to single out some of the best examples of Mamba Mentality from Week 14 of the NBA season.

LeBron James, LA Lakers

lebron-james-nba2k20 — MOVING ON UP: LeBron passed Kobe on the all-time scoring list

Mentioned above, Byrant was already in everyone’s mind as James moved past the legend into third place in all-time scoring. Against the 76ers, though the Lakers lost, James scored 33,644^th point to a rousing ovation from the Philadelphia crowd.

LeBron did all of this while wearing shoes with the message ‘Mamba 4 Life’ written on the heel. It is an image and sign of respect that will be remembered for years to come.

Vince Carter, Atlanta Hawks

vince-carter-nba2k20 — BIRTHDAY: Carter turned 43 this week

While Carter hasn’t done much to write home about on the court, in terms of stat sheet production at least, he celebrated his 43^rd birthday on the 26. The date can now be used to celebrate two legends of the game.

Carter is playing in his 22^nd NBA season and, like Kobe, had a truly enormous impact on a city and basketball culture. Carter’s impact on Toronto and the NBA will be remembered forever and deserves a MOTW mention.

Kawhi Leonard, LA Clippers

kawhi-leonard-nba2k20 — CAREER FIRST: Kawhi notched his first career triple-double

With everything that Leonard has accomplished in his NBA career, and all the applause he has received, he surprised many by achieving a career first this week: a triple-double.

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With 33 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists against the Miami Heat he accomplished the feat, but his response was unapologetically professional. In true Mamba Mentality he was all about his game, improving, and getting a W for his team.

Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers

damian-lillard-nba2k20 — BUCKETS: Lillard was on a mission against the Warriors

If work ethic isn’t what you remember Kobe for, it could be scoring. Few players have ever been able to score at will like Kobe, and Dame did his best impression against the Golden State Warriors on MLK day.

The point guard dropped a career high 61 points as he toyed with the Warriors. He had a career-high 11 made three pointers and added 10 rebounds and seven assists.

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