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17:40 PT – The Cavaliers shared an incredible tribute video to Kobe during the first half of their game against the Lakers on Monday … featuring soundbites and photos of the legend’s greatest moments in Cleveland.
Lebron James‘interactions with Kobe were strongly presented throughout the video … as well as players like Larry Nance, Jr., Kyrie Irving, Kevin love and Tristan Thompson.
Cavs honors Kobe. 💜💛 pic.twitter.com/izG2ForYmL
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“A year ago, the NBA family lost a huge success,” the video said. “Tonight, we celebrate your memory.”
Kyrie Irving is honoring the late Kobe Bryant before entering court on Monday night … wearing the Lakers’ iconic 8 shirt before the 1 year anniversary of his death.
KAI and Black Mamba have built a strong relationship over the years … with the 5-time champion serving as a mentor for the young superstar.
With Tuesday marking a year since Bryant’s tragic death, the Brooklyn Nets guard wanted to make sure he did something related to Kobe with his choice of wardrobe.
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– Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) January 25, 2021
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“You know who I was killing tonight,” said Irving as he entered the Barclays Center to face the Miami Heat … displaying the Purple & Gold wires.
Players may decide to pay tribute to Kobe, but teams and the NBA will not officially address the birthday at the request of the family, according to the reporter. Jason Dumas.
Lakers star Anthony Davis talked about how exciting the next few days will be … saying, “As we approach his 1 year anniversary, it saddens our hearts to really come to the conclusion that he is gone.”
“I know I still have a problem with that, you still can’t believe it.”
Lebron James he added … “There are many things that die in this world, but legends never die.” James said “And he is just that.”
REST IN PEACE
Originally published – 16:03 EN