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Millions of fans and people were in mourning three years ago on January 26, for the two-time NBA scoring champion. In 2020, the heart-wrenching news of Kobe Bryant?s death left the fans in shambles. Year after the tragic loss of the sports world, an old clip of Bryant’s fellow NBA stars’ response resurfaced online leaving fans heartbroken.

The crash occurred in the foggy hills of Calabasas in California killing Kobe, his daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others. Kobe?s presence was massive in the basketball world, what with his unmatched skills and achievements. The 10-episode series ?Legacy: The True Story Of The L.A.? sees the Lakers talk about their true emotions and the pain they dealt after the legend?s untimely death.

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The Lakers’ response to Kobe?s death shattered fan?s hearts

Recently an old clip of Kobe?s former teammate?s response to the news surfaced online. Their grief-stricken words were heartbreaking. The clip comes from the 10-episode series, ?Legacy: The True Story Of The L.A.?

The series chronicles the illustrious history of one of the most iconic franchises of the professional basketball league, the Los Angeles Lakers. In the last episode, Bryant?s former team and family members spoke about the moment of grief and loss.

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The Lakers got the news while they were on a flight back from Philadelphia after a game. And it was hard for them to accept the news. Many were speechless including Kobe’s long-time friend, Pau Gasol. In the clip, we see Anthony Davis talk about Lebron James’?reaction and said,” Bron’s knocked out, I said, ‘Bro, Kobe died.’ He said the same thing I said, ‘Kobe who?’ I’m like, ‘Kobe Bryant. Him, Gigi.’ And he was like, ‘Man, stop playing.”

Three years after Bryant?s death, his fan?s love and emotions were still very much evident in the comments section of this old clip. One of the users commented, ? The look on pau face just f**king heartbreaking! Kobe and shaq were like brothers but him and pau became brothers and I know that look! It?s the look I had when I lost my brother.”

One of them commented, “The Lakers Talking About The Day We Lost Kobe.”?

Another user expressed her grief by saying, “Still hurts, miss you Kob. May he, Gigi, and the rest of those beautiful souls that were on that helicopter rest in eternal peace.”

One of the fans has a request and said, “I vote to make Kobe’s 8-24 a national holiday, Kobe did so much for other people that he didn’t put him name on,and he accomplished so much in his young life,and NBA championships and academy award, his life should be celebrated..”

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Another fan could resonate with players and said, “You can tell the profound difference Kobe made in all their lives?RIP mamba.”

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Kobe?s legacy will keep on living

The news of his death shook the entire world including his team members. Condolences poured in as soon as the news reached people. Kobe Bryant?s prowess and skills made him one of the greatest on the basketball court while his Mamba mentality and the quality of being humble off-court made him truly the greatest legend.

From Trinity Rodman to Devin Booker, he continues to inspire and encourage the future generation with his lasting legacy.

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Did you watch the documentary? What are your thoughts on the reactions of Bryant’s colleagues in the aftermath of his tragic death? Tell us in the comments.

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