When the Los Angeles Clippers used a second-round pick on Kobe Sanders in the 2025 NBA Draft, the move drew more curiosity than applause. But it didn’t take long for that curiosity to turn into intrigue. The rookie has already flashed real scoring pop, headlined by his 17-point burst against the Philadelphia 76ers- a performance that, despite the loss, offered a genuine glimpse into the kind of upside the Clippers may have stumbled into.

Sanders’ game and frame are equally captivating: a wiry 6’8″ playmaking wing who plays with a poise uncommon for a rookie drafted outside the lottery. And with a first name like Kobe, fans have naturally wondered whether there’s a deeper story there- whether he was named after the late Lakers icon Kobe Bryant .

Who Is Kobe Sanders?

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