A comparison of Kobe Bryant's career production as No. 8 and No. 24
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"The Black Mamba" Kobe Bryant broke up his legendary 20-year career by wearing No. 8 up until the 2006-07 season and then switching to No. 24 for the past 10 years.
So which jersey number will eventually be retired by the Los Angeles Lakers, considering he's had so much success wearing both?
- With h/t to Yahoo Sports' Ball Don't Lie
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