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As a lifelong basketball enthusiast who fell in love with the game at the tender age of five, Stein was acutely aware of Kobe’s remarkable work ethic and dedication. Having heard countless anecdotes about the intensity of Kobe's personal training sessions, Stein was eager to witness this dedication firsthand. Seizing the moment, he approached Kobe and asked if he could observe one of his private workouts. To Stein's surprise, Kobe readily agreed but set a time for 4 a.m., which initially confused him. Upon clarification that it was indeed 4 a.m. and not a typo, Stein realized the commitment required to join Kobe was far greater than he had anticipated.