Kobe Bryant comparisons are both cliche and overused in general, but there are few people perhaps better equipped to properly make them than Rob Pelinka. The now Lakers GM Rob Pelinka formerly was, obviously, Kobe’s agent and close friend.
Because of that, at the very least, when Pelinka throws out a comparison to Kobe, it’s noteworthy. And at Thursday’s media availability, he offered some of that lofty praise toward Austin Reaves.
When asked about Reaves returning to the Lakers this summer and the improvements he’s continued to make, Pelinka spoke about his mindset, approach to the game and the “Mamba gene” he has.