Stephen Jackson rants over Kobe question at BIG3

Kobe Bryant has spent much of this summer working out with NBA players like Jayson Tatum. The 39-year-old's dedication sparked some rumors about a potential NBA comeback ( which were shut down).

But could we see Kobe return to competitive basketball in some capacity? Ice Cube is certainly trying to make it happen. The BIG3 head has been recruiting Kobe to join the three-on-three league, and on Sunday, Stephen Jackson was asked about the potential Kobe addition.

He just couldn't believe the question.

When a reporter asked Jackson if Kobe could handle the physicality of the BIG3, the former 14-year NBA vet nearly stormed off the podium.

"Kobe can play in the - any league! Any league," Jackson said before addressing the Lakers great directly.

"Please come to the league. We need you," Jackson said.

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