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Kobe Bryant leads $15M investment round for The Players' Tribune

The offseason may be over with opening night in the NBA finally here, but Kobe Bryant hit a buzzer-beater to expand on his media portfolio before tip-off. The Players' Tribune went through its "Series B" round of financing. totaling $15 million in investments. Leading all athletes in investments was Bryant, the publication announced in a press release.

The Derek-Jeter created publication emerged as a force immediately, providing a platform for athletes to speak. They've created original writing and video, also serving as a stage for players to make announcements. Kevin Love's decision to bypass meeting with teams for free agency and re-join the Cleveland Cavaliers is just one example of how is' been used as an outlet.