Last Updated on June 20, 2025 by Mat Diekhake
Here is a comprehensive table of Kobe Bryant’s NBA Finals statistics vs. the New Jersey Nets from the 2002 NBA Finals:
Kobe Bryant – 2002 NBA Finals vs. New Jersey Nets
| Stat Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Games | 4 |
| Games Started | 4 |
| Minutes Per Game | 41.0 |
| Points Per Game | 26.8 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 5.8 |
| Assists Per Game | 5.3 |
| Steals Per Game | 1.5 |
| Blocks Per Game | 0.8 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 1.8 |
| Field Goal % | 51.4% |
| 3-Point % | 54.5% |
| Free Throw % | 81.1% |
Context & Highlights:
- The Lakers swept the series 4–0 to win their third straight championship.
- Kobe was highly efficient, especially from deep, and played a strong all-around series.
- Though Shaquille O’Neal dominated the series (Finals MVP), Kobe was a highly impactful secondary star, playing with maturity and precision.