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Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Mourns ‘Best Friend’ Kobe Bryant And ‘Sweet Goddaughter’ Gianna Bryant

Before Rob Pelinka became the Los Angeles Lakers general manager in March 2017, he was Kobe Bryant‘s agent at The Landmark Sports Agency. With Pelinka representing Bryant for much of his 20-year career with the Lakers, they became great friends.…

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Frank Vogel: Lakers Remain Determined To ‘Represent’ And Make Kobe Bryant ‘Proud’

On Jan. 29, the Los Angeles Lakers held their first practice and media availability since Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others tragically perished in a helicopter accident on Jan. 26. “I want to start by personally and on…

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Lakers Rumors: NBA Not Changing Logo To Kobe Bryant Despite Nearly 3 Million Signatures

Fans around the world continue to mourn the sudden and tragic passing of Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant, and the seven other passengers. Teams throughout the NBA have since found ways to pay homage to Bryant and the impact he made…

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Lakers News: ESPN Host Elle Duncan Shares Kobe Bryant Tribute About Being ‘Girl Dad’

The entirety of the sports world remains in mourning after Kobe Bryant — along with his daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others — were tragically killed in a helicopter crash. Almost immediately following the release of this news, the whole…

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Lakers News: Chris Paul, Carmelo Anthony Honor Kobe Bryant’s Legacy

If it wasn’t clear before his tragic death, Kobe Bryant is easily one of the most respected figures in all of sports. Now with the Los Angeles Lakers legend gone, players from all generations are finding ways to honor Bryant…

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Lakers News: Kevin Durant Believes ‘Nothing Will Ever Be Big Enough To Truly Honor’ Kobe Bryant

Since the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant, and seven other people, there have been countless stories, tributes, and outpourings of respect coming from all walks of life. However, the basketball world is where people are finding…

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From Hater To Follower: My Journey Through The Life Of Kobe Bryant

Words and accolades don’t do Kobe Bryant justice. For almost 25 years, Bryant ingrained himself into the fabric of this world. He transcended the game of basketball in a way that no one could ever imagine and that’s why this…

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Lakers News: Shaquille O’Neal Has Not ‘Felt A Pain That Sharp In A While’ Since Kobe Bryant’s Death

“I haven’t felt a pain that sharp in a while.. it definitely changes me.”’@SHAQ on the loss of his brother, Kobe. pic.twitter.com/dM5i0DDgGK — NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) January 29, 2020 There is perhaps no player who will ever be tied…

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Lakers News: LeBron James, Dwyane Wade ‘Were Just Trying To Make Kobe Bryant Proud Of Us’

During and even after Kobe Bryant‘s 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, some media/fans made names for themselves by disrespecting him. Instead of respecting Bryant’s impact, they tried to manufacture rivalries between past and present players like LeBron James…

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Lakers Rumors: LeBron James Focused On Winning 17th Championship After Kobe Bryant’s Death

Although the Los Angeles Lakers game was postponed against the Los Angeles Clippers, the team gathered their players and coaching staff at the UCLA Health Training Center for the first time since Kobe Bryant‘s death. As the NBA has honored…

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Vanessa Bryant Thanks Fans For Support After Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant’s Deaths

Since the tragedy that claimed nine lives including Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant, the entire world has been praying for all of the families involved. Amid the sadness, the NBA is doing its best to honor Bryant with teams committing…

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From Hater To Follower: My Journey Through The Life Of Kobe Bryant

Words and accolades don’t do Kobe Bryant justice. For almost 25 years, Bryant ingrained himself into the fabric of this world. He transcended the game of basketball in a way that no one could ever imagine and that’s why this…

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