“Rip Kobe”: Fans Give Mixed Reactions as Jake Paul Quotes Late Basketball Great Kobe Bryant’s Famous Lines on ‘Hate’

Jake Paul has always been a controversial figure. That is also what contributed to his massive fame as a YouTuber. What comes along with fame born out of controversy is the massive hate which for most is a hard part to deal with. Not Paul though. ‘The problem Child’ has been clever in using this hate to his advantage. As he discusses his next fight against Ryan Bourland, he has shared some anecdotes from the basketball legend, Kobe Bryant.

Kobe Bryant shot up to success with his impeccable skills which were passed down to him from his father, Joe Bryan. He led the Los Angeles Lakers to five championships and etched his name in the hearts of football and other sports fans as well. How did such a huge entity deal with hate? Let us see what mantra he used.

Jake Paul picks a lesson from Kobe Bryant

Jake Paul took to X to share a quote from Kobe Bryant’s life. It went “Learn to love the hate. Embrace it. Enjoy it. You earned it. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and everyone should have one about you. Haters are a good problem to have. Nobody hates the good ones. They hate the great ones.”. These were the “Monday vibes” for Paul.

The fact that one has haters, according to Bryant, means that the person is important enough for people and fans to talk about, and to have an opinion of. The way to do it is to embrace the process. The only people who receive hate are the ones who have achieved something great enough. What did fans think about this quote when reiterated by Jake Paul?

Does the statement sit right in Jake Paul’s case? Fans react

One fan who used to be a hater said “Brother you have come a long way. I use to be that hater. Turns out I was less than my best. Congratulations to you and your brother’s massive success. I’m now the guy standing on my Dodge Charger Scatpack. I hope to shake your hand someday at the Canelo vs Paul fight.” He has now developed an appreciation for Paul’s work.

“If you learn how to hone it, it’s a far better catalyst to success than anything else.” said another fan adding to the saying.

Another fan believed the quote was not meant for Paul “Kobe wasn’t thinking of you when said that” he said.

“We don’t hate you Jake Paul” said another.

“Rip Kobe” said another fan, remembering the late legend.

While some fans still do not see Paul in a great light, some have come around to even like the YouTuber-boxer.

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Paul has significantly pushed down the hate that he used to receive. With a successful boxing career and other business ventures, he now gives more to society than vlogs, laughter, and controversies. This has helped shift the fan’s perspective towards him. His work ethic and what he has achieved at his age continue to inspire some as well. Has your opinion of him also changed?

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