The San Antonio Spurs struck gold during the 1997 NBA draft. Injuries to multiple key players -- including back and foot injuries to 1994-95 NBA MVP David Robinson-- led San Antonio to finish the ...

Since the contest’s inception in 1976, six Lakers have participated, but only one has won the coveted trophy. February 8, 1997: Kobe Bryant (age 18) of the Los Angeles Lakers wins the Nestlé ...