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All-Star standoff: when the torch flickered between 23 and 8.
New York, Feb. 8, 1998—Spotlights dripped from the Garden’s rafters like molten gold as two eras collided at mid-court. Michael Jordan—call him MJ, call him the game’s north star—stood in his familiar crimson, tongue holstered, eyes flint-hard. Across from him, an audacious 19-year-old in purple and gold, Kobe Bryant, bounced on his toes, eager to test his legend’s mettle.
First possession: Jordan jab-stepped, felt the rookie’s hand brush his hip and whispered, “You ready for this, young fella?” Kobe cracked that half-smile we’d later christen Black Mamba poster material: “I’ve been ready my whole life.” Minutes later he jetted backdoor, elevating for a wind-mill that made even Mike’s stoic facade crease into a grin. The scoreboard didn’t tremble—but the basketball cosmos did.
They talked constantly—trash, advice, chess. On one timeout Kobe asked how to perfect the turnaround. Jordan obliged, demonstrating footwork with the precision of a surgeon tracing a scalpel line. Years later that same move helped Bryant rip 60 on his farewell night, a ghosted thank-you note to his mentor.
Behind the scenes? In ’03 Jordan called after Kobe’s 45-point barrage in D.C. “Glad you used what I taught,” he quipped. Kobe shot back, “Coach, syllabus says I still owe you ten more.” That relentless dialogue forged a brotherhood as indelible as any ink on a Chicago Bulls poster or Los Angeles Lakers print.
When the helicopter crash stole Bryant in 2020, Jordan’s eulogy drowned us in tears. “A piece of me died,” he admitted, clutching the podium the way he once palmed a Spalding. The league’s greatest scorer mourning the heir who matched his fury—proof that iron can sharpen iron without ever rusting the bond.
Today the image endures: Jordan crouched, Kobe coiled, Madison Square Garden holding its breath between them. Own that frozen heartbeat with our premium basketball print—a vivid clash of icons fit for any gallery of NBA posters. Pair the timeless Michael Jordan print beside the electrifying Kobe Bryant print and let greatness guard greatness on your wall. Order now, and every glance becomes game time.
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➤ ABOUT THE PRINT
Each artwork is professionally printed on gallery quality matte paper which perfectly compliments the designs using only archival inks. The high print quality ensure that your wall print will last a long time while maintaining its original color.
Premium Matte Paper: 200 gsm, premium quality, matte finish
Shipped in a stiff cardboard tube (100% recyclable, 90% recycled)
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➤ HOW TO ORDER
Simply purchase the listing in your desired size.
Sizes:
A3 (297 X 420 mm / 11.7 X 16.5 in)
A2 (420 x 594 mm / 16.5 x 23.4 in)
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➤ PLEASE NOTE: FRAME IS NOT INCLUDED
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➤ ADDITIONAL
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
All-Star standoff: when the torch flickered between 23 and 8.
New York, Feb. 8, 1998—Spotlights dripped from the Garden’s rafters like molten gold as two eras collided at mid-court. Michael Jordan—call him MJ, call him the game’s north star—stood in his familiar crimson, tongue holstered, eyes flint-hard. Across from him, an audacious 19-year-old in purple and gold, Kobe Bryant, bounced on his toes, eager to test his legend’s mettle.
First possession: Jordan jab-stepped, felt the rookie’s hand brush his hip and whispered, “You ready for this, young fella?” Kobe cracked that half-smile we’d later christen Black Mamba poster material: “I’ve been ready my whole life.” Minutes later he jetted backdoor, elevating for a wind-mill that made even Mike’s stoic facade crease into a grin. The scoreboard didn’t tremble—but the basketball cosmos did.
They talked constantly—trash, advice, chess. On one timeout Kobe asked how to perfect the turnaround. Jordan obliged, demonstrating footwork with the precision of a surgeon tracing a scalpel line. Years later that same move helped Bryant rip 60 on his farewell night, a ghosted thank-you note to his mentor.
Behind the scenes? In ’03 Jordan called after Kobe’s 45-point barrage in D.C. “Glad you used what I taught,” he quipped. Kobe shot back, “Coach, syllabus says I still owe you ten more.” That relentless dialogue forged a brotherhood as indelible as any ink on a Chicago Bulls poster or Los Angeles Lakers print.
When the helicopter crash stole Bryant in 2020, Jordan’s eulogy drowned us in tears. “A piece of me died,” he admitted, clutching the podium the way he once palmed a Spalding. The league’s greatest scorer mourning the heir who matched his fury—proof that iron can sharpen iron without ever rusting the bond.
Today the image endures: Jordan crouched, Kobe coiled, Madison Square Garden holding its breath between them. Own that frozen heartbeat with our premium basketball print—a vivid clash of icons fit for any gallery of NBA posters. Pair the timeless Michael Jordan print beside the electrifying Kobe Bryant print and let greatness guard greatness on your wall. Order now, and every glance becomes game time.
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➤ ABOUT THE PRINT
Each artwork is professionally printed on gallery quality matte paper which perfectly compliments the designs using only archival inks. The high print quality ensure that your wall print will last a long time while maintaining its original color.
Premium Matte Paper: 200 gsm, premium quality, matte finish
Shipped in a stiff cardboard tube (100% recyclable, 90% recycled)
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➤ HOW TO ORDER
Simply purchase the listing in your desired size.
Sizes:
A3 (297 X 420 mm / 11.7 X 16.5 in)
A2 (420 x 594 mm / 16.5 x 23.4 in)
---------------------------------------------------
➤ PLEASE NOTE: FRAME IS NOT INCLUDED
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➤ ADDITIONAL
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
All-Star standoff: when the torch flickered between 23 and 8.
New York, Feb. 8, 1998—Spotlights dripped from the Garden’s rafters like molten gold as two eras collided at mid-court. Michael Jordan—call him MJ, call him the game’s north star—stood in his familiar crimson, tongue holstered, eyes flint-hard. Across from him, an audacious 19-year-old in purple and gold, Kobe Bryant, bounced on his toes, eager to test his legend’s mettle.
First possession: Jordan jab-stepped, felt the rookie’s hand brush his hip and whispered, “You ready for this, young fella?” Kobe cracked that half-smile we’d later christen Black Mamba poster material: “I’ve been ready my whole life.” Minutes later he jetted backdoor, elevating for a wind-mill that made even Mike’s stoic facade crease into a grin. The scoreboard didn’t tremble—but the basketball cosmos did.
They talked constantly—trash, advice, chess. On one timeout Kobe asked how to perfect the turnaround. Jordan obliged, demonstrating footwork with the precision of a surgeon tracing a scalpel line. Years later that same move helped Bryant rip 60 on his farewell night, a ghosted thank-you note to his mentor.
Behind the scenes? In ’03 Jordan called after Kobe’s 45-point barrage in D.C. “Glad you used what I taught,” he quipped. Kobe shot back, “Coach, syllabus says I still owe you ten more.” That relentless dialogue forged a brotherhood as indelible as any ink on a Chicago Bulls poster or Los Angeles Lakers print.
When the helicopter crash stole Bryant in 2020, Jordan’s eulogy drowned us in tears. “A piece of me died,” he admitted, clutching the podium the way he once palmed a Spalding. The league’s greatest scorer mourning the heir who matched his fury—proof that iron can sharpen iron without ever rusting the bond.
Today the image endures: Jordan crouched, Kobe coiled, Madison Square Garden holding its breath between them. Own that frozen heartbeat with our premium basketball print—a vivid clash of icons fit for any gallery of NBA posters. Pair the timeless Michael Jordan print beside the electrifying Kobe Bryant print and let greatness guard greatness on your wall. Order now, and every glance becomes game time.
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➤ ABOUT THE PRINT
Each artwork is professionally printed on gallery quality matte paper which perfectly compliments the designs using only archival inks. The high print quality ensure that your wall print will last a long time while maintaining its original color.
Premium Matte Paper: 200 gsm, premium quality, matte finish
Shipped in a stiff cardboard tube (100% recyclable, 90% recycled)
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➤ HOW TO ORDER
Simply purchase the listing in your desired size.
Sizes:
A3 (297 X 420 mm / 11.7 X 16.5 in)
A2 (420 x 594 mm / 16.5 x 23.4 in)
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➤ PLEASE NOTE: FRAME IS NOT INCLUDED
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➤ ADDITIONAL
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
