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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Considers Oscar Award Nomination ‘Validation’ Of Not Simply Being An Athlete

On Sunday night, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant will learn whether or not he can add Oscar Award winner to his list of remarkable accomplishments. Of course, this would be the first gold trophy of sorts he’s earned from Hollywood.

Bryant’s “Dear Basketball” is among five nominees for best animated short film. Regardless of who’s name is put inside the white envelope when it comes time to announce a winner, Bryant is already the first former professional athlete to ever receive a nomination.

The short is based off the poem Bryant wrote to formally announce his retirement from basketball.