Bryant, a clear first-ballot Hall of Famer long before he retired in 2016, made a strong case to have his career honored in Springfield, Mass. He won five NBA titles with the Lakers, including a three-peat in 2001-03 alongside Shaquille O’Neal. He won two more titles in 2009 and 2010, taking home the Finals MVP award in both. Bryant also was named MVP in the 2007-08 season.