A memorable clip from the 2008 U.S. Men’s Basketball Team has resurfaced, where LeBron James jokingly remarked, “Kobe Bryant’s my idol, so that’s how I dress,” in a playful exchange with Dwyane Wade and Kobe Bryant.
That legendary roster, famously nicknamed the “Redeem Team,” went on to capture Olympic gold in Beijing, restoring Team USA’s dominance on the world stage after disappointing performances in previous international tournaments.
This weekend, the historic gold-winning team will be honored as they are officially inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 6—cementing their place as one of the greatest basketball squads ever assembled.
