Kobe Bryant Explains Why He Stole Michael Jordan's Moves KEY POINTS Jordan thinks Bryant can beat him in a one-on-one game Magic Johnson once explained why the late NBA superstar was the closest thing to Jordan The late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant had his own reasons for stealing Michael Jordan’s eye-catching moves on the court. Over time, Bryant evidently managed to emulate Jordan’s game. It became a regular thing in the league, with people assuming he was just like any other NBA star who wanted to be as great as the former Chicago Bulls talisman. In 2017, the five-time NBA champion unfolded the shocking truth behind the aspect of his game that made him a cut above the rest.