It was an emotional, uplifting, and devastating couple of days for the Bryant family, Kobe fans, and those who knew him best.
8/23 which was Kobe Bryant’s birthday, and 8/24, Mamba Day, had all the emotions of Kobe’s death resurface. it was a sharp reminder that he’s gone, but also that his legacy will forever live on.
Everywhere you looked there was a tribute to the late legend. Ranging from sports leagues, fans, family, and friends, everyone payed respect and honored the late legend in the past 2 days.
Here is a recap of all tributes sent the Black Mamba’s way.
WNBA Remembers Kobe Bryant
The WNBA, a league which Kobe loved and was not only an advocator for, but a fan of, went all out in their tribute.
Kobe’s numbers, 8 and 24, painted onto the WNBA courts. His good friend, Diana Taurasi AKA the White Mamba, wore a number 8 Kobe jersey during her game. She causally dropped 33 points.
.@DianaTaurasi wore a custom Mercury jersey on Mamba's birthday 🙏
(via @PhoenixMercury) pic.twitter.com/v1KLlAzJCF
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) August 24, 2020
The WNBA released tribute videos from multiple players.
Kobe X WNBA 🧡 pic.twitter.com/UHmXSDgdDD
— WNBA (@WNBA) August 24, 2020
Los Angeles Lakers Honor Kobe Bryant
The Los Angeles Lakers as expected, went above and beyond in their tribute for Kobe.
The team wore Black Mamba jerseys, with a white heart for Gigi Bryant and a KB patch.
Pre game, players across the NBA wore Kobe jerseys, t-shirts, and shoes.
#LakersFamily 🐍👑 pic.twitter.com/oz8XY5MoPC
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) August 24, 2020
"If you really want to create something that lasts generations, you have to help inspire the next generation." – Kobe Bryant pic.twitter.com/F6Rt8Qijpg
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) August 24, 2020
Dame repping Kobe 💜💛
(via @trailblazers) pic.twitter.com/NyEKFO8onh
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) August 25, 2020
MLB, the Los Angeles Dodgers Remember Kobe Bryant
The basketball world wasn’t the only to pay respect to Bean. MLB baseball got in on the action with teams and star players dawning Kobe jerseys.
The Dodgers kicked it off with a video tribute narrated by the GOAT himself, Vin Scully.
Remembering Kobe Bryant. pic.twitter.com/J9SKfN9etN
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) August 23, 2020
We miss you, Kobe. pic.twitter.com/nAp4JbqTz2
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) August 23, 2020
Bryce pays tribute to Kobe. pic.twitter.com/M9GfEmxs9J
— MLB (@MLB) August 23, 2020
Emotional Personal Tributes to Bean
Some personal tributes were made as well, each one getting more emotional.
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
.@alleniverson wrote a moving message to Kobe Bryant. pic.twitter.com/oVOnHLHTZE
— ESPN (@espn) August 24, 2020
.@SHAQ kept it real when speaking on his relationship with Kobe Bryant. pic.twitter.com/bpylF1aFFQ
— ESPN (@espn) August 24, 2020
And the most heart breaking of them all came from Vanessa Bryant.
Vanessa Bryant wishes Kobe a happy birthday ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zDyV9NaoTy
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) August 23, 2020
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