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Watch: Coach K does best Kobe impression at Duke commencement

Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski opted for a bit of showmanship this weekend during commencement.

Coach K borrowed a phrase from Kobe Bryant's retirement speech to the Los Angeles Lakers faithful. When Bryant retired at the end of this season, he left the Lakers fan with a simple phrase, "Mamba out."

So Krzyzewski put his own spin on it, going with "Coach K out."

The two became close when Krzyzewski coached Bryant during his time with USA basketball, so Kobe likely won't be upset with Coach K for stealing the line.

- With h/t to College Spun

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