NEW YORK, United States of America, January 27, 2020/ -- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement Sunday
regarding the passing of Kobe Bryant:
“The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna.
“For 20 seasons, Kobe showed us what is possible when remarkable talent
blends with an absolute devotion to winning. He was one of the most
extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments
that are legendary: five NBA championships, an NBA MVP award, 18 NBA
All-Star selections, and two Olympic gold medals. But he will be
remembered most for inspiring people around the world to pick up a
basketball and compete to the very best of their ability. He was
generous with the wisdom he acquired and saw it as his mission to share
it with future generations of players, taking special delight in passing down his love of the game to Gianna.
“We send our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Vanessa, and their family, the Lakers organization and the entire sports world.”
More on Kobe Bryant's passing:
Kobe Bryant dies at 41 in helicopter crash: https://www.nba.com/article/
NBA world reacts to Kobe's sudden passing: https://www.nba.com/twitter-
Kobe Bryant: A career in images: https://www.nba.com/kobe-
All Access: Kobe's career: https://www.nba.com/video/
“For 20 seasons, Kobe showed us what is possible when remarkable talent blends with an absolute devotion to winning. He was one of the most extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments that are legendary: five NBA champions
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