Mamba Forever! LeBron James, the Lakers, Vanessa Bryant and more celebrated the life of NBA icon Kobe Bryant on #MambaDay (8/24). See the celebrations inside…
It’s hard to believe we lost NBA icon Kobe Bryant at the beginning of 2020. The world literally stopped when news broke that he and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna Bryant were killed in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020.
That Mamba Mentality was all in the Orlando Bubble last night when the Los Angeles Lakers went up against the Portland Trail Blazers for Game 4 in their first-round playoff series. August 24th has been declared in honor of his two jersey numbers 8 & 24. Also, Kobe would have turned 42 on 8/23.
LeBron James and the Lakers paid tribute to the franchise icon by wearing “Black Mamba” jerseys that featured a special heart patch with the #2 on it to honor Gianna.
Mamba Forever pic.twitter.com/dUzhWWbEOq
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) August 25, 2020
8/24 pic.twitter.com/FuDTL6OrpE
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) August 24, 2020
During the game, the Lakers made a shot that took the score to 24-8 with 4:30 minutes remaining in the first quarter.
24-8 score on 8-24 pic.twitter.com/9z0alEBf38
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) August 25, 2020
LeBron after the game the Lakers had dedicated to Kobe Bryant : "When I looked up and saw we were up 24-8, I was like, okay, he's here in the building. It’s a beautiful, beautiful night for our franchise and something we will always remember - this moment.” pic.twitter.com/Q4AekQHNjP
— Rachel Nichols (@Rachel__Nichols) August 25, 2020
After the Laker’s win over the Blazers, he talked about celebrating his friend/NBA Goat and he spoke on the Jacob Blake shooting.
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Before Mamba Day, Kobe’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, celebrated her husband’s birthday. He would have been 42 years old on August 23rd. She posted up a super emotional and heartbreaking tribute to her hubby that brought tears to our eyes.
“Happy birthday. I love you and miss you more than I can ever explain,” she started. “I wish you and Gigi were here to celebrate YOU! I wish I could make you your fav food or a birthday cake with my Gigi,” she wrote.
She continued, “I picture your smile and wide big welcoming hugs daily. God I miss you both so much. Our lives feel so empty without you and Gigi. I’ve been completely broken inside. As much as I want to cry, I put a smile on my face to make our daughters days shine a little brighter. I’m not the strong one, they are.”
Read her full message below:
She also posted a Nike video that honored her husband that was narrated by Kendrick Lamar. She also posted a video tribute from the L.A. Dodgers, The Lakers and the WNBA.
Yesterday, Ciara and Russell Wilson linked up with Vanessa and her kids.
Seeing you and the girls smile makes my heart smile. You’re the toughest mama I know. Seeing you put one foot forward each day is admirable. It ain’t easy, but if I know one thing, Mamba Queen’s capable of it all. Love you V. #MambaDay pic.twitter.com/yxrPuAEg3n
— Ciara (@ciara) August 25, 2020
Below are more Kobe tributes from celebs, including Lil Wayne, Allen Iverson and more:
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Mamba forever. pic.twitter.com/GkzZxaZMIu— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) August 25, 2020
Did u see how he walked away like it wasn’t shit?! Hard!!! Serial Killa!!!! Happy Birthday Bro Bro. Miss you. Love 4 Life. #LongLiveMamba pic.twitter.com/vaefDkuFcf
— Allen Iverson (@alleniverson) August 23, 2020
Legends are missed, but never forgotten.
I had the pleasure of calling Kobe Bryant my friend for 20 years. Nobody, and I mean nobody, worked harder and more passionately to be great, day in and day out. As a player, as a coach, as a mentor, as a husband and as a father. pic.twitter.com/F1IxskIDyP
— Alex Rodriguez (@AROD) August 23, 2020
Happy 42nd Birthday my guy. You are missed!!! #Mambaforever #KobeBeanBryant pic.twitter.com/sWrHAHWWLn
— Vince Carter (@mrvincecarter15) August 23, 2020
Father, Husband, Laker, Oscar Winner, Girl Dad, Author, Black Mamba, Champion, Mentor, Hall of Famer. Kobe Bryant ∞ pic.twitter.com/yyxRzbuToz
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) August 23, 2020
With tears in my eyes today... I just wish so badly that you were here celebrating your bday with your girls and family. I miss you and Gigi so much brother. I will always be thankful for how much you have impacted my life in so many different ways. #Hermano #Familia #42 pic.twitter.com/hHYYfUwmcj
— Pau Gasol (@paugasol) August 23, 2020
It’s 8:24 on his #Birthday. Its the first time I will not be able 2 say #HappyBirthday I will never get use tothat. We think about you often To Vanessa & the girls we r always here for you I know U will be strong because he is part of you. To Joe & Pam I understand. We U #Kobe pic.twitter.com/Uy0tdZlpd8
— TheBillRussell (@RealBillRussell) August 23, 2020
Happy Birthday Kobe. We miss you. Thankful for being not only a Legend on the court, but most importantly with your girls. Thankful for you. #MambaForever pic.twitter.com/7MU058sNrS
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) August 23, 2020
#MAMBAFOREVER!
Photo: Kim Klement/Pool Photo via AP
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