Kevin Sanchez delivers a scathing critique of former friend Kobe Bryant, alleging neglect and betrayal amid personal struggles.

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Kevin Sanchez, a former close friend of Kobe Bryant, unleashed a scathing tirade, labeling the Lakers legend as a “piece of sh*t” and recounting a series of personal grievances and disappointments he experienced with Bryant.

“This is when I really found out he was a piece of sh**. This is what this right here is what made me be like, you know, what f**k him, you know.”

“I waited out there the whole time freezing and I saw the bus the little tour bus thing that day was in so boom they start coming out. I see Shannon Brown and a bunch of the players, so I’m like that I see Kobe.”

“I told him, look, Kobe, I don’t care about the court shit. It’s over, I did the time, I’m home. This is what I need you to do for me. Look man, I don’t want no hand-outs, I don’t want no money, I don’t want s**t. “

“Here’s what I need you to do…all I want to do is go back with you, you get me out there in LA somewhere, put me with somebody where I can make my own money, you just get me in and I’m working for somebody on something, a business, anything to benefit myself.”

“I don’t want nothing free, I don’t want to do nothing but work for it. That’s all I asked you to do. I don’t want nothing. Just put me in position.”

“I’m like, yo, I need a number. I’ve got no number on you. How me get back to you? He gives me a phone number. I’m happy as hell. I’m happy now… I’m about to get out of here, I’m amped up. He leave, I go back to the house, the next day I call, it’s an assistant dude’s phone number, it’s not even him.”

Sanchez recounted a moment where he waited outside in the rain to meet Bryant, hoping for support during a difficult time in his life. Despite their history and friendship, Sanchez felt brushed off and disrespected by Bryant’s demeanor and lack of genuine assistance. He described feeling let down and betrayed by someone he once considered a close confidant.

The incident that particularly soured Sanchez’s perception of Bryant occurred when he approached Bryant for help getting back on his feet. Sanchez emphasized that he didn’t seek handouts or financial assistance but rather an opportunity to work and rebuild his life with Bryant’s support. Despite Bryant’s initial assurances, Sanchez claimed he was ultimately ignored and left without any meaningful assistance.

“I went to his cousin when the Lakers came, when he was playing his last game, and that’s when I found out. His cousin was like, look, because I was talking big about him, yeah, my man, blah, blah.”

“His cousin came to me, he said, Kev, I’m going to tell you something about this guy. Dude is a certified piece of shit. That’s when he started running everything down. The man never did nothing for nobody in his family. Like his, I mean, he’s, he got a $500 million, a $500 million empire.”

“His sisters was working regular jobs. You see his mom and him got a fucking sell memorabilia and shit. But even when he was home, remember that memorabilia shit? That’s because dude, dude, just a certified, he just don’t care about nobody but his wife and them in a new family. And you know, and all that comes from his wife.”

Sanchez’s frustration extended beyond his personal interactions with Bryant, as he highlighted broader issues within Bryant’s family dynamics. He criticized Bryant for allegedly neglecting his own family members despite his considerable wealth and success. Sanchez portrayed Bryant as prioritizing his immediate family over others, leaving those who were once close to him feeling abandoned and disregarded.

In light of recent events, such as Kobe’s parents auctioning off his 2000 championship ring, which fetched a record-breaking $927K, Sanches’ sentiments about Bryant prioritizing his immediate family over others take on added weight.

Moreover, Sanchez accused Bryant of changing after entering into a relationship, suggesting that Bryant’s priorities shifted away from his former friends and hometown community. He lamented Bryant’s apparent disconnection from his roots and the individuals who supported him before his rise to fame and fortune.

Overall, Sanchez’s rant offered a raw and unfiltered perspective on his fractured relationship with Kobe Bryant, shedding light on the complexities and challenges that can arise in friendships amidst fame and success. Sanchez’s emotional account underscored the profound disappointment and sense of betrayal he experienced, revealing the human side of a larger-than-life sports icon.

Who Is Kevin Sanchez?

Kevin Sanchez is primarily known for his past friendship with Kobe Bryant, the legendary basketball player. The details of their relationship suggest a deep bond formed during their time together in Philadelphia, where they reportedly shared a love for hip-hop music. Sanchez is credited with influencing Kobe’s brief venture into the world of rap.

Their relationship took a downturn when Sanchez was incarcerated, leading to public speculation about Kobe’s level of support during his friend’s time in prison. Sanchez claimed that Kobe did not provide any assistance during his incarceration, which contrasts with Kobe’s image as a supportive teammate and mentor.

Their friendship dates back to their high school days at Lower Merion High School, where they were both involved in a rap group called CHEIZAW. However, their dreams of pursuing music together were derailed when Sanchez was mistakenly arrested for a robbery in 1996.

Despite Kobe’s efforts to support Sanchez during his trial, including posting bail and attending preliminary hearings, Sanchez was ultimately convicted and sentenced to prison. While Sanchez expressed that he did not blame Kobe for his incarceration, their story sheds light on the complexities of loyalty, friendship, and celebrity influence.