So, That Matt Barnes Ball Fake To Kobe Bryant's Face With Him Not Flinching Is Not Real

The above play of Matt Barnes ball faking to within inches of Kobe Bryant's face is not only a classic gif, but it's one of the more impressive Black Mamba-like moment's of Kobe's career. Well, I hate to break it to you, but this never happened...

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I'm in shock. I'm heart broken. I've always loved this play because, like I said above, this is such a representation of the Kobe we loved to hate. Can't believe it. Sad day, folks, sad day.

(Barstool Sports)