Tony Allen praises Kobe Bryant as all-time top scorer, links Durant closely
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Tony Allen named Kobe Bryant the greatest scorer in NBA history during a discussion this week. He suggested that Kevin Durant is a strong contender, stating he is 'neck and neck' with Bryant. This conversation highlights ongoing debates about player rankings and scoring abilities within the league. Durant's high-profile comments on current player dynamics further contribute to the dialogue surrounding all-time greats in basketball.
- •Tony Allen speaks on Kobe Bryant's scoring supremacy.
- •Allen ranks Kevin Durant closely behind Bryant.
- •The conversation reflects ongoing NBA debates about player greatness.
- •Durant has been vocal about team comparisons and player dynamics.
- •Discussions influence fan views on player legacies.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Tony Allen: Kobe Bryant is the greatest scorer ever, Kevin Durant isn't far behind
"Tony Allen: Kobe Bryant is the greatest scorer ever, Kevin Durant isn't far behind
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