Kobe Bryant-inspired Black Mamba jerseys in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, as confirmed by the league's online uniform hub. The Lakers had initially planned to wear the Mamba uniforms only twice in the Finals, for Game 2 and a possible Game 7.
With a 3-1 lead entering Game 5, though, the Lakers decided to play out the potential clincher wearing uniforms that honor their late legend.
Of course, there may be a competitive advantage to wearing the uniforms as well. The Lakers are 4-0 wearing the Mamba jerseys this postseason, including a Game 2 win in these Finals.
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