Bleacher Report released its updated list of the 100 greatest players in NBA history this week, which was voted on by a panel of experts, writers and editors.

Bleacher Report ranked Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as the 11th-best player in NBA history.  Shaquille O’Neal, who won three championships with Bryant on the Lakers, wasn’t happy with Bleacher Report.

Kobe's highest ranking was fourth while at least one expert slotted him as low as 18th. Even the writeup on the five-time NBA champion said Bryant's potential top 10 all-time status is "remains one of basketball's most heated debates here in 2025."