8 Times basketball legend Kobe Bryant was the MVP of parenting

The 6-time MVP isn't only a champ in the hardcourt but in the homefront!

One of the most legendary players to ever grace the NBA hardcourt, Kobe Bryant wowed basketball fans for two decades.

When it came time for the 6-time MVP to retire at 37, fans said goodbye to the ‘Black Mamba’ with a heavy heart.

But looking at his beautiful family, it’s difficult not to be happy that he’ll finally get to spend more time with them, knowing that his 20-year career has cemented him firmly in the hearts of basketball lovers worldwide.

But it’s not just his exceptional athleticism that deserves applause, but how much he loves his two girls. Here are eight times the Black Mamba scored points for being an awesome dad!

1. He absolutely adores the mother of his children

Just finished celebrating my 20 year career. It’s a blessing to now celebrate 15 years of marriage today! I love you mama per sempre #15yranniversary
A photo posted by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on Apr 18, 2016 at 10:46pm PDT

More of Kobe’s golden parenting moments on the next page!

2. He and his wife Vanessa encourage their daughter’s passions

Bryant Ladies Ready!! #USA #WNT
A photo posted by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:04pm PDT

3. When he saw no shame in showing he was a ‘Frozen’ fan

A photo posted by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on Jan 28, 2015 at 11:09pm PST

4. When he gave his youngest, Gianna, the nickname: “Baby Mamba”

Happy Birthday to my Gianna, Gigi, Viva Boom. Time has wings. #fatherslove #daddysgirl #babymamba #taurus
A photo posted by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on May 1, 2013 at 8:22am PDT

5. How his passion is positively influencing the youth, not just his own kids

First day of the Kobe Academy Basketball Camp at UCSB. Teaching, challenging and inspiring the youth is #HowIthrive Live today to inspire tomorrow #muse #Thrive #AriannaHuffington
A photo posted by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on Jul 9, 2014 at 9:56pm PDT

6. When he took time out of his busy schedule to take his girls to Mexico

Cenando con mi familia in #Grecia antes de mirar el gran partido de #Mexico #esposamexicana #hijasmexicanas #angelinos #LA #vamos
A photo posted by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on Jun 29, 2014 at 8:40am PDT

7. When he hilariously told Yahoo! that his daughter can date “when she’s married”

photo: NoseeRosee

8. When he shared with Vibe how his youngest daughter inherited his basketball skills!

photo: ESPN

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Bianchi Mendoza

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