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Days After Partnering Up With Sabrina Ionescu, Tony Parker Remembers Kobe Bryant’s Untold Dreams in WNBA

Published 01/18/2024, 2:05 PM EST

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The future generation of basketball players looks up to the iconic Kobe Bryant. Many young ballers idolize the five-time NBA champion because of his commitment to the game and work ethic. And now, a long time after his tragic passing in copter crash, Vanessa Bryant, his wife, is making sure that his memory lives on as an example to others. Unquestionably, Kobe was one of the greatest sports ambassadors ever.

For his supporters, it is a comforting sight to see that his legacy is flourishing in women’s basketball hallways. Further evidence of the influence this NBA hero had on basketball comes from the active involvement of college celebrities like Angel Reese in his charity.

Tony Parker talks about Kobe Bryant

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Tony Parker, the legendary Spurs player, is widely known for his advocacy of women’s sports, as evidenced by his ownership of a team in France, which demonstrates his unwavering support for women’s basketball. Despite his retirement, Tony Parker, a former point guard for the San Antonio Spurs, managed to have one last sensational interview alongside Kobe Bryant. During this interview, they had an in-depth conversation about the world of women’s basketball.

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Netflix recently published the documentary Tony Parker: The Final Shot as a way to pay tribute to the legendary point guard, riding on the wave of The Last Dance’s immense success. A variety of NBA greats lend their expertise to this documentary, providing a deeper understanding of Parker’s career. One of the individuals included in the group was the esteemed Kobe Bryant, who tragically passed away. This just featured a Hall of Fame interview and received widespread notice. Tony Parker recalled Kobe Bryant’s ideas.

Parker in a recent interview talked about Kobe and his operations of the WNBA, “When I retired and did my Netflix, Kobe accepted for an interview, and it was one of his last interviews, you know before he passed, and that’s why I did and dedicated my movie in memory of him…We talk about women’s games. You own a women’s team in France, and you know he is big with his daughter in women’s basketball.”

Sabrina Ionescu Joins NBA World to Pay Her Respects After Warriors Assistant Coach’s Saddening Demise

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Parker paired up with Sabrina Ionescu

With the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Brooklyn Nets facing off in Paris, the city is buzzing with excitement as celebrities and athletes gather to witness this prestigious NBA matchup. Tony Parker attended the game and spoke with some of the most well-known figures in the sports world.

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David Beckham, the soccer superstar, was one of the greats with whom the former San Antonio Spurs player had interactions. The two gave each other a warm hug and a happy greeting.

In addition to interacting with these icons, Sabrina Ionescu had a memorable moment with them where they even took a picture that quickly became viral.

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