“Love you brother see you soon”. That hit me hard. For anyone who watched Kobe and Vince growing up, you could see there was this rivalry and bond they had with each other. Mutual respect for each other. Both were the two most popular players in the league during the early 2000’s. Obviously Kobe took his game to another level but still they seemed so connected to each other. And now Kobe passes away on Vince’s birthday. It’s just too sad for any kid who grew up watching these guys.
I guess the sad part for me is that I'd assumed that I would be seeing Kobe in years to come the same way I'd seen Kareem, Jordan, Magic and Bird. My prayers are with the families who lost loved ones
you nailed it, we all assumed and took for granted that kobe would be around, if you haven't seen tmac on the jump, he says kobe used to say and i'm paraphrasing that he wanted to surpass mj and then he wanted to die young to be immortalized......(deep breath).........words have life....smh
@John Joo ; you're right. The world will not be the same, let's all come together now. The thing that has me crying is that I see all of these beautiful children, both boys and girls are all loving this man, people of all races loved this man. Let's come together.
Same here, you know how when the camera pans and you see some old legends sitting and watching the game from the sideline.. Maybe meet them sometime and get an autograph.. Man..
i think he brings the best out of kobe not tmac, i didnt know they talk smack at each other but kobe said even back in hs he always would hear vince's name everywhere
That’s what I was thinking the only people I wanna hear is Vince and Tracy’s stories and opponents of his besides all of his teammates across the years and that’s how I’m gonna keep it smooth like Vince Carter on this not gonna cry not gonna although I really want to Kobe would want us all to compete and endure full concentration on any thing that we focus on wether it be basketball any sport or whatever hobby and just life in general don’t put minimal effort goo 100% every time
I'm thinking the same. Maybe he might've considered playing an extra year if he had that drive to by the end of the season. After this tragic event, there is no way he plays another year.
Vince carters a dope dude, appreciate him saying these things. Him, KG, AI, dirk, JKidd, dwade, and Kobe made that generation of basketball really special. When I see Vince I see kobe in him, that nostalgia comes back
@@trippinballzfr2518 nah that man was electrifying since he entered the league bruh. He was the Lil brother of Kobe, T-Mac nem.. along with D Wade and Melo
@King Archie Yes, but this is one of the biggest icons in all of sports history, and for him to go out like that when he (and his daughter) had so much more ahead is unbelievable. So you gotta understand that this is why people are the way they are right now.
@@manny5825 yeah you r right....but Kobe said in his mamba mentality book that Vince Carter brought out the best in him.....Vince even said he knew each other when kobe is 15....i don't think kobe is in the nba at age 15....Kobe's mamba mentality started after 1999....probably 2001 is the starting year of his mentality....Kobe's first 5 years career is not great....but his mentality prove them wrong.....even shaq said this.....plus kobe is not a rookie of the year....
Vince is unbelievable STILL! He did a great job keeping his emotions in check while sitting up there talking to a room full of people about a person that clearly meant a lot to him and in his life.
I'd really love to see Kobe visit TNT or ESPN and talks/discusses about matches, recalling good memories, predicting rookies development, his legacy from low to highlights, etc. It won't happen anytime soon man. We lost a world figure, we lost an icon of fierce and hardwork... ...and we lost the only Black Mamba. I hope you still playing basketball up there, with Gianna and the rest of the late basketball legends. Farewell.
"...an icon of fierce and hardwork". Totally Agree!! But, I don´t know if you feel it like I do man, Kobe´s now an Icon of parenting as well. I just saw that court in the Philipines in which they honored Kobe by imprinting a giant image of him & Gigi huging. Amazing, lovely and amazing!!
You know we Filipinos are just love to play basketball even we are shorter to the rest of the world but this man Kobe just down to earth and visited us couple of times :) We love you Kobe! Thank You!
For me as a 20 year old I can't remember a death that was as tragic as this. The only thing that comes to mind for some reason is when Chris Benoit died
I understand how you feel but unfortunately in this life no one is immortal. It's hard to believe because he wasn't a drug addict nor was he reckless with his life. I admire him. When I was a kid playing pick up games, i wasn't me on the court but I felt I was like kobe Bryant. This makes me really appreciate this life and not take it for granted because you can be here one minute and gone the next! We will all miss you Kobe Bryant and I hope you're in heaven with your daughter!
Probably over billions of people on this earth feel the same. What comforts me is that in a twinkling of an eye he (and his daughter) are in the presence of God who blessed him with unbelievable skills. Kobe achieved more in his life than many of us could ever imagine. Time on this Earth may seem slow, especially to the loved ones that are left behind. But rest assured, Kobe will see his beloved family again in a twinkling of an eye. Kobe is now for the ages.
Living without understand life has an ending. If he would have been in a car, he would still be with us. It is sad he is not alive. Just when he has everything going his way and just gone from the world too soon.
I keep watching these highlight videos and then at the end I’m reminded that this guy I watched is no longer with us. It hits me like a truck every time I realize he’s not here anymore.
Vince’s remarks are definitely some of the best words I’ve heard in the way he spoke about Kobe so far! “Love you brother, see you soon” for some reason I felt it deep down. Hats off to you for powering thru that VC! We know it wasn’t an easy thing to do, but it looked somewhat therapeutic for you (at least I hope it was). I am 34 and you and Kobe are definitely embedded deep into my childhood memories! thank you for giving us those great memories of you two!
I wanted to wish Vince Carter a happy birthday, but at the same time, I can't help but to feel devastated after hearing Kobe Bryant being passed away, and I'm sure that Vince has felt the same way. I knew they have been very close to each other since they were teenagers, and they're both really great people. Kobe will definitely be remembered as being one of the greatest NBA legends of all time.
I dnt have a son yet but when the time comes my first son name will be Kobe no lie my son will find out later down the road why I named him Kobe. Kobe is the one who show me and talk about hard work pays off no matter what u do always 100%
Oh bro there are gonna be SO many Kobe’s born in the next 5-10 years...I considered the same thing as I’m thinking of having my first child in the next 3/4 years till I realised how many other Kobe’s there are gonna be...think ima stick with a Kobe tat for now
AI,VC,Giannis,Kyrie,KD,Bron,Russ,Tmac,Shaq,Pau,Dfish..the list goes on and on man on who had such close relationships with Kobe. I can’t even begin to think what this is doing to his Family right now..this is a nightmare
Well said Mr. Carter. Amazing how Kobe's passing has unified much of the Country. That is yet another aspect of his legacy. Few others were so well loved or respected.
Vince Carter is one of the nicest basketball players and has been since he entered the league. So glad he talked about his friendship with Kobe and the conversation he had with him about retirement. Thank you Vince, for the player you are and the person you are.
for someone to know someone’s true colours just off the love of the game, painful. vince respects him on and off the court, as a player and as a human being. head’s up vince! rest easy, kobe bryant, thank you for everything.
I can speak on behalf of many when I say this man inspired me to want to play basketball One of the biggest influences of the game and the reason I fell in love with it Rest in paradise king Bryant 🏀
Kobe was like Superman to a lot of young people. Reality hits you with a sledgehammer and lets you know no matter how big you are, you’re human and it hurts.
I loved watching you, t Mac, and Kobe the three iconic scoring guards I use idolize as a kid. Sorry your birthday will never be the same but we will always love you
This is the most insightful of all the league tributes. Kobe had become a very peaceful, loving and gentle man since retirement... We don't need any reminder about his intensity and drive, if you do then you didn't know him... but we were just starting to get to know the man under his NBA persona... and we were just starting to love him even more.
0:01 - "I have known Kobe" From this statement, it's pretty clear that the reality hadn't settled in yet for Vince. It's already been a week, and it's still hard to believe.
Psalms 89:47 Remember how short my time is: wherefore hast thou made all men in vain? 89:48 What man is he that liveth, and shall not see death? shall he deliver his soul from the hand of the grave? Selah.
I get watch him since I was 15 I'm 38 he was the face of Cali losangeles he made me watch ball okay ball he made me cry during game laugh he brought love and basketball he a legend I'm tattooing on my heart blessing for. Strength and courage to family especially Vanessa God bless Rio my friend u can never be forgotten I'm in aw I. Tears as I speak
Oh my God! This is the saddest news i've ever encountered in the world of sports! Thank you Kobe. May you, you're daughter, and those who died in this tragedy all rest in peace! 🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭
I feel sad for Vince yesterday was his birthday but no one in the morning cared early on and then I the afternoon the news hit and people did not see but Vince should be appreciated 43 years old people knew he was going to turn that or thought he was that but due to this tragic people could not wish VC
Bro you really think Vince cares that it was his birthday? He knew Kobe since he was 16 and Kobe was 15, Vince has hopefully many more birthdays to come. Vince still has his family and kids. Smh bro “no one wished Vince a happy birthday” this isn’t elementary school
I'm sure family and friends wished him a happy bday. But I guarantee you even VC himself didn't care for a birthday celebration after hearing of Kobe Bryant's passing. He is too mature for that.
Lamont foreal. If you believe in God and heaven, you should know you shouldn’t follow or idolize anyone but Jesus. Sure this is sad but if that guy literally isn’t scared of death cuz Kobe died that is just...wow...
@Desmond Akkari I just got suspended for punching a dude in the chest after he made a death joke today. Anyone like that deserves to be slapped or beat up on
January 26th That's My Birthday. Lost my father on that date a few years ago. He was sick. (Cancer) January 26th Horrible day for me. Seeing the great Vince Carter like that and hear him talk about Kobe and this tragic event, hurts. January 26th, what a horrible day. Kobe🙏 Gigi 🙏and the other seven people🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏, may they all rest in peace. Love and ✌ to you all.
Vince was a class act in Toronto and a class act period all the time we miss you man...sorry for your loss...hard to loose a best friend ...from personal experience
Vince is like A.I. and Charles Barkley... Great players w/o a ring, it's a shame because it's crazy for me to think that those players couldn't get over that hump.
In my lifetime, and I've gotten to watch Jordan play, Kobe was the most complete basketball player I've seen. 6'6 and can handle the ball like a point guard. You sagged off him and he'd drain the 3. You played him close, he would go right around you and finish at the rim. You put a smaller guy on him and he'd post him up. There wasn't a way for a team to defend him. On top of all that, he was a great defender. I would never forget when he was still very young, playing in an All Star game, he was constantly picking the brain of Gary Payton on how to defend certain situations. After I saw that, I became a fan of his, even being a Warriors' fan.
Man, much respect to Vince Carter. Amazing in his own career, and on his birthday pays such a heartwarming and respectful tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter. Amazing!
It pains me to know that my son or his generation will never Ever understand Kobe’s drive,focus, or passion . Last of a dying breed..I always remember you 🙏🏾 for the Bryant family
Vince been around for many generations of basketball seeing him retire this year is sad but all in good endings, being able to be there for his family. Though it’s tragic to see Kobe pass yet hopefully being content and satisfied with an outstanding career. Overall despite his departure from his family and us.... I hope the essence of him maintains bound among all of us.
I’m glad wait, I was blessed God allowed me to see Vince from UNC and Kobe from high school to get Into the league and become Hall of Famers. Kobe we in LA love you the whole basketball world love you. May you be nearest to the Creator along with GiGi. I hope I can be at least 1/8th of a dad like you
Not long after Kobe passed, I flew to Atlanta for a trip…and I got to see him out there with the Atlanta Hawks! So that was a very special moment for me, especially when I had no idea that Carter was even on the team! ❤️🏀
The biggest take away is Kobe is just starting the life after basketball, a new chapter, and watch his generation of players, my generation of fans all lost someone they adored no matter if they hated because he was so good or loved him because he was so good. Good man gone too soon with his daughter and 7 other people whom are just as important to their families and friends.
to be able to sit there and talk about a good friend dying for 6 mins flat and not mess it up. to be able to just tell what needed to be told. respect to ya vince. ofc kobe dying suxxxx. but respect to vince for making things kinda relatable and giving the story its due.
“Love you brother see you soon”. That hit me hard. For anyone who watched Kobe and Vince growing up, you could see there was this rivalry and bond they had with each other. Mutual respect for each other. Both were the two most popular players in the league during the early 2000’s. Obviously Kobe took his game to another level but still they seemed so connected to each other. And now Kobe passes away on Vince’s birthday. It’s just too sad for any kid who grew up watching these guys.
Kobe, Iverson, and Carter were the names of the early 2000s for sure.
@@TheChrisLouis TMac too
What time
CL and Shaq and Garnett and jermaine O’Neal
Yeah. It's like Mj & Dominique on replay.
I guess the sad part for me is that I'd assumed that I would be seeing Kobe in years to come the same way I'd seen Kareem, Jordan, Magic and Bird. My prayers are with the families who lost loved ones
you nailed it, we all assumed and took for granted that kobe would be around, if you haven't seen tmac on the jump, he says kobe used to say and i'm paraphrasing that he wanted to surpass mj and then he wanted to die young to be immortalized......(deep breath).........words have life....smh
@John Joo ; you're right. The world will not be the same, let's all come together now. The thing that has me crying is that I see all of these beautiful children, both boys and girls are all loving this man, people of all races loved this man. Let's come together.
Same here, you know how when the camera pans and you see some old legends sitting and watching the game from the sideline.. Maybe meet them sometime and get an autograph.. Man..
Your comment got me. I’m sitting here holding my son tight with tears, again, in my eyes.....😭
@@MAYNOR82 ; Antonio Jackson; Let him see you cry. It's okay. It's a great time to bond with your child, this is hard.
not a single human understands being a player like Vince Carter. His thoughts mean more than any critic.
@ his story and insight was beautiful.
i think he brings the best out of kobe not tmac, i didnt know they talk smack at each other but kobe said even back in hs he always would hear vince's name everywhere
That’s what I was thinking the only people I wanna hear is Vince and Tracy’s stories and opponents of his besides all of his teammates across the years and that’s how I’m gonna keep it smooth like Vince Carter on this not gonna cry not gonna although I really want to Kobe would want us all to compete and endure full concentration on any thing that we focus on wether it be basketball any sport or whatever hobby and just life in general don’t put minimal effort goo 100% every time
How do u dislike I dont wanna understand a hater Vince is a true gentleman u know why he's so special the way he loves his mother
Lets not forget about Vince. He should still get a standing ovation when atl comes to any arena for the last time.
I Definitely Agree
This is gonna be Vince’s last year. He’s gonna spend more time with his kids after this.
I'm thinking the same. Maybe he might've considered playing an extra year if he had that drive to by the end of the season. After this tragic event, there is no way he plays another year.
He had said at the start of the season this was his last year.
Bi
@@raya7842 that could 've always changed
We all are gonna spend more time with our kids.
Vince carters a dope dude, appreciate him saying these things. Him, KG, AI, dirk, JKidd, dwade, and Kobe made that generation of basketball really special. When I see Vince I see kobe in him, that nostalgia comes back
How you gone exclude LeBron, T-Mac, Shaq etc. But I get *what you mean*
@@louisiana_hotsauce3746 lebrons era was the 2010s
D wade n lebron got drafted the same year
@@trippinballzfr2518 nah that man was electrifying since he entered the league bruh. He was the Lil brother of Kobe, T-Mac nem.. along with D Wade and Melo
Dont forget Duncan
Kobe just started as a writer and producer and he already won an Oscar. He had so much to give, his daughter as well. Huge tragedy.
But now he and his daughter are in the ultimate realm.
I feel like we’re all living in a parallel universe right now
Today we don't mourn we celebrate the life of Kobe Bryant if I fall down seven times I'll stand up 8 r.i.p kobe
@King Archie Yes, but this is one of the biggest icons in all of sports history, and for him to go out like that when he (and his daughter) had so much more ahead is unbelievable. So you gotta understand that this is why people are the way they are right now.
I feel the same..something's off the vibe in the world is about to get real dark. Just remember, love conquers all.
@@spencewhite9215 The world's already dark, you just surround yourself with things that don't make it your reality.
Me too, like a bad dream or alternate reality.
The only guy still playing that played every year of Kobe’s career
You almost right. Kobe started in 1996 and Vince on 1998 at the NBA. VC witnessed Kobe became the Black Mamba
@@manny5825 yeah cuz Vince went down Tobacco Road. UNC BABY!
KG is the only guy that played every year Kobe did. KG came in 95, Kobe 96, and KG retired the same year as Kobe.
@@manny5825 yeah you r right....but Kobe said in his mamba mentality book that Vince Carter brought out the best in him.....Vince even said he knew each other when kobe is 15....i don't think kobe is in the nba at age 15....Kobe's mamba mentality started after 1999....probably 2001 is the starting year of his mentality....Kobe's first 5 years career is not great....but his mentality prove them wrong.....even shaq said this.....plus kobe is not a rookie of the year....
kobe > Vince > T-mac
It is not length of life, but depth of life. We miss you Kobe 😥
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
GROWTH ADVISOR AMEN
Same Here 😭😩😭🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Vince is unbelievable STILL! He did a great job keeping his emotions in check while sitting up there talking to a room full of people about a person that clearly meant a lot to him and in his life.
Kobe Vince T mac. Grew up on these guys. I feel like a part of my childhood and love of sports had died.
Same here man .. I’m hurting ...
OutLawLivin'FLA954 Don’t forget Pierce KG TD and Ginobili
And it happened on Vince's birthday. That is just horrible.
Yeah, my birthday as yesterday, too. I cancelled my plans and everything because I was down. It's just trash SMH
TheGrimydawg Ik super sad and I love Kobe but why would you cancel your b day plans
Taylor Ramirez Because it affected him obviously!
@Fritz 2Live4 U ty brotha
TheGrimydawg happy belated birthday
I'd really love to see Kobe visit TNT or ESPN and talks/discusses about matches, recalling good memories, predicting rookies development, his legacy from low to highlights, etc.
It won't happen anytime soon man.
We lost a world figure, we lost an icon of fierce and hardwork...
...and we lost the only Black Mamba.
I hope you still playing basketball up there, with Gianna and the rest of the late basketball legends.
Farewell.
Amien Fadhillah Gigi died in the crash with him (Gianna)
Gigi died man........
Amien Fadhillah.. You said you would have like to see Kobe talk and discuss matches.. etc.. He Did!.. He Won an Oscar from it!..
"...an icon of fierce and hardwork". Totally Agree!!
But, I don´t know if you feel it like I do man, Kobe´s now an Icon of parenting as well.
I just saw that court in the Philipines in which they honored Kobe by imprinting a giant image of him & Gigi huging. Amazing, lovely and amazing!!
I’ll never forget when Kobe said “Vince is a special dunker”
I Definitely Agree
You know we Filipinos are just love to play basketball even we are shorter to the rest of the world but this man Kobe just down to earth and visited us couple of times :) We love you Kobe! Thank You!
Man, Vince really powered through this.
He really was remarkably composed and articulate. I truly hope he sticks around and actively contributes in some valuable way to the Assoc.
He really did bro💯🙏🙏🙏
Seriously, this is no short segment and he covered a lot, respect to Vince.
@@phamawa and it was his birthday smh
Bro couldn’t even celebrate his own birthday 😔 I swear his day ain’t gon ever be the same for him
I could imagine he'll forever think about Kobe on his birthday until his dying days.
Right 💔😪
Mine was yesterday too...messed my whole energy up...
@@trellmills2963 happy belated man
@@trellmills2963 Happy belated
Probably the worst day in sports history...Rest easy to everyone that passed 🙏🏾😥😭
No, not even close. There were a hundred worse days.
Lol no
@@amjan This is definitely one of the worst. There aren't many that top this.
@@amjan name one
For me as a 20 year old I can't remember a death that was as tragic as this. The only thing that comes to mind for some reason is when Chris Benoit died
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Vince Carter!!!
This still doesn’t feel like it’s possibly that he really is gone.... of all people Kobe was somebody that felt immortal to me.
I understand how you feel but unfortunately in this life no one is immortal. It's hard to believe because he wasn't a drug addict nor was he reckless with his life. I admire him. When I was a kid playing pick up games, i wasn't me on the court but I felt I was like kobe Bryant. This makes me really appreciate this life and not take it for granted because you can be here one minute and gone the next! We will all miss you Kobe Bryant and I hope you're in heaven with your daughter!
This is the best interview I have seen on this tragedy. Intelligent and not filled with emotional reactions.
“You’ll like it it’s peaceful” idk why that hit so hard
I still can't fathom the fact that he's dead
Hard to process and accept.....
Doesnt feel real. Our hearts are heavy
Probably over billions of people on this earth feel the same. What comforts me is that in a twinkling of an eye he (and his daughter) are in the presence of God who blessed him with unbelievable skills. Kobe achieved more in his life than many of us could ever imagine. Time on this Earth may seem slow, especially to the loved ones that are left behind. But rest assured, Kobe will see his beloved family again in a twinkling of an eye. Kobe is now for the ages.
Living without understand life has an ending. If he would have been in a car, he would still be with us.
It is sad he is not alive. Just when he has everything going his way and just gone from the world too soon.
I keep watching these highlight videos and then at the end I’m reminded that this guy I watched is no longer with us. It hits me like a truck every time I realize he’s not here anymore.
Your favorite players growing up in my day were VC, Allen Iverson, T MAC, or KOBE PERIOD!!!!!!
MAJOR FACTS
Facts i can relate to this
Legit
yeah,not shaq,duncan,garnett because they were big men centers
@@matthewbradley5883 I'm pretty sure we can relate more to guards than big men unless you big yourself
I loved watching Vince play and its nice to hear him talk about his friend hes grown into a lovely man.
The feeling when you play nba 2k and kobe is the special guest when playing lakers. This is one of the saddest day of my life.
Hope kobe on the next cover of 2k
Bro that's why I haven't even touched my 2K yet. I'm not ready to hear his voice yet or even play. Just not right now.
He is on the legends edition
Vince is so real. Kobe will live on in people like him.
Vince’s remarks are definitely some of the best words I’ve heard in the way he spoke about Kobe so far! “Love you brother, see you soon” for some reason I felt it deep down. Hats off to you for powering thru that VC! We know it wasn’t an easy thing to do, but it looked somewhat therapeutic for you (at least I hope it was). I am 34 and you and Kobe are definitely embedded deep into my childhood memories! thank you for giving us those great memories of you two!
I wanted to wish Vince Carter a happy birthday, but at the same time, I can't help but to feel devastated after hearing Kobe Bryant being passed away, and I'm sure that Vince has felt the same way.
I knew they have been very close to each other since they were teenagers, and they're both really great people. Kobe will definitely be remembered as being one of the greatest NBA legends of all time.
I hope Vince, come back to mainland, from class of 1995,to just shake his hand, from Eddie 44.
Love these comments from VC Vince Carter. Very classy and honest.
I love Vince Carter. He is so beautiful.
I dnt have a son yet but when the time comes my first son name will be Kobe no lie my son will find out later down the road why I named him Kobe. Kobe is the one who show me and talk about hard work pays off no matter what u do always 100%
J3RMZ AVCA 👌👌
J3RMZ AVCA keep us updated ion care if 10 years from now u have dat son let us know wit the birth certificate
Oh bro there are gonna be SO many Kobe’s born in the next 5-10 years...I considered the same thing as I’m thinking of having my first child in the next 3/4 years till I realised how many other Kobe’s there are gonna be...think ima stick with a Kobe tat for now
AI,VC,Giannis,Kyrie,KD,Bron,Russ,Tmac,Shaq,Pau,Dfish..the list goes on and on man on who had such close relationships with Kobe. I can’t even begin to think what this is doing to his Family right now..this is a nightmare
legend as being told by another legend...it melts a heart..
I watched kobe from age 8 - 28 i lose a part of my life forever
Kobe was and is the most impactful player/person in NBA history off the court and on the court one of the greatest players of all time great.
Well said Mr. Carter. Amazing how Kobe's passing has unified much of the Country. That is yet another aspect of his legacy. Few others were so well loved or respected.
I remember seeing a video where Kobe introduced a young girl to Vince during a pregame practice. The respect between the two was always so vivid.
Vince Carter is one of the nicest basketball players and has been since he entered the league. So glad he talked about his friendship with Kobe and the conversation he had with him about retirement. Thank you Vince, for the player you are and the person you are.
for someone to know someone’s true colours just off the love of the game, painful. vince respects him on and off the court, as a player and as a human being. head’s up vince! rest easy, kobe bryant, thank you for everything.
I can speak on behalf of many when I say this man inspired me to want to play basketball
One of the biggest influences of the game and the reason I fell in love with it
Rest in paradise king Bryant 🏀
Kobe was like Superman to a lot of young people. Reality hits you with a sledgehammer and lets you know no matter how big you are, you’re human and it hurts.
You can feel the pain in Vince's voice.
I loved watching you, t Mac, and Kobe the three iconic scoring guards I use idolize as a kid. Sorry your birthday will never be the same but we will always love you
This is the most insightful of all the league tributes. Kobe had become a very peaceful, loving and gentle man since retirement... We don't need any reminder about his intensity and drive, if you do then you didn't know him... but we were just starting to get to know the man under his NBA persona... and we were just starting to love him even more.
We love you 3000 Kobe!
0:01 - "I have known Kobe"
From this statement, it's pretty clear that the reality hadn't settled in yet for Vince. It's already been a week, and it's still hard to believe.
It’s so hard to come to terms with this 😪
Kobe rest in peace brother you are the legend and we gonna rember you 😢😢😢😢😢😢😭😭😭😭😭😭😓😓😓😓😓😢😢😢😭😭😭
Vince is awesome, man! Respect!
Very Sad moment Kobe die on Vince Carter Birthday💔🤦🏾♂️😭
Just realizing this now makes this tragedy even more sadder 😔😪
@@RandallWI it still sad Kobe gone
Psalms 89:47 Remember how short my time is: wherefore hast thou made all men in vain? 89:48 What man is he that liveth, and shall not see death? shall he deliver his soul from the hand of the grave? Selah.
Wow Vince has a bigger friendship with Kobe than anyone ever has
I get watch him since I was 15 I'm 38 he was the face of Cali losangeles he made me watch ball okay ball he made me cry during game laugh he brought love and basketball he a legend I'm tattooing on my heart blessing for. Strength and courage to family especially Vanessa God bless Rio my friend u can never be forgotten I'm in aw I. Tears as I speak
Huge respect for Vince.
Thanks Vince for telling us this. It's good to hear that Kobe was at peace!
Oh my God! This is the saddest news i've ever encountered in the world of sports! Thank you Kobe. May you, you're daughter, and those who died in this tragedy all rest in peace! 🙏🙏🙏😭😭😭
Arguably Kobe was the embodiment of the basketball ideal.
Vince, that was well spoken.
Kobe getting killed be like losing a big brother.
81 likes on this!
Now there's 84 likes, but it was so fitting while it had 81.
tekkerzfan19 - Daily Content make that 90 likes
for real man
Yes the pain hits hard
im still crying on day 2. just sad :(
I feel sad for Vince yesterday was his birthday but no one in the morning cared early on and then I the afternoon the news hit and people did not see but Vince should be appreciated 43 years old people knew he was going to turn that or thought he was that but due to this tragic people could not wish VC
Bro you really think Vince cares that it was his birthday? He knew Kobe since he was 16 and Kobe was 15, Vince has hopefully many more birthdays to come. Vince still has his family and kids. Smh bro “no one wished Vince a happy birthday” this isn’t elementary school
Birthday is not that important when something like this happens.
@@tswish4245 what do you mean it his last season he should be appreciated dont why you so mad so should I say that for moses malone huh
@@ChipDouglas10 but it VC not his fault
I'm sure family and friends wished him a happy bday. But I guarantee you even VC himself didn't care for a birthday celebration after hearing of Kobe Bryant's passing. He is too mature for that.
I Dont fear about Dying no more Because I will see my Idol and Motivator when I get there.
Wow.....
Lamont foreal. If you believe in God and heaven, you should know you shouldn’t follow or idolize anyone but Jesus. Sure this is sad but if that guy literally isn’t scared of death cuz Kobe died that is just...wow...
Be careful what you wish for you might meet someone else lol
The dislike committee are the lamest I swear Cuzz
@Desmond Akkari I just got suspended for punching a dude in the chest after he made a death joke today. Anyone like that deserves to be slapped or beat up on
Love you Mamba 24 ong
Who cares
@@tyy799 the chest? why not the face, gotta leave a mark.
@@jhill17 i was sitting down lol
Kobe vs Vince were always competitive matchups
Vince is a first ballot HoF'er
January 26th That's My Birthday. Lost my father on that date a few years ago. He was sick. (Cancer) January 26th Horrible day for me. Seeing the great Vince Carter like that and hear him talk about Kobe and this tragic event, hurts. January 26th, what a horrible day.
Kobe🙏 Gigi 🙏and the other seven people🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏, may they all rest in peace.
Love and ✌ to you all.
Carter was my favorite player with the Raptors growing up aside from kobe and Shaquille in LA
Vince explained it so very well. Emotions of course but he talks about his relationship with kobe in a very clear and brilliant way
Vince was a class act in Toronto and a class act period all the time we miss you man...sorry for your loss...hard to loose a best friend ...from personal experience
"I'm at piece... At my happiest...." Sounds like he knew he was going on to eternity..... My mom spoke that way before she past on...
orlandohernandez0908 he was at peace, and God was probably like, you’re coming home son.
Vince is like A.I. and Charles Barkley... Great players w/o a ring, it's a shame because it's crazy for me to think that those players couldn't get over that hump.
Rest In Power to the GOAT!...
& Respect to V. Carter💚
Thanks Vince for your eloquence. He will be missed.
In my lifetime, and I've gotten to watch Jordan play, Kobe was the most complete basketball player I've seen. 6'6 and can handle the ball like a point guard. You sagged off him and he'd drain the 3. You played him close, he would go right around you and finish at the rim. You put a smaller guy on him and he'd post him up. There wasn't a way for a team to defend him. On top of all that, he was a great defender. I would never forget when he was still very young, playing in an All Star game, he was constantly picking the brain of Gary Payton on how to defend certain situations. After I saw that, I became a fan of his, even being a Warriors' fan.
Man, much respect to Vince Carter. Amazing in his own career, and on his birthday pays such a heartwarming and respectful tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter. Amazing!
We love you KOBE BRYANT
Kobe and Gigi will always be in our hearts
It pains me to know that my son or his generation will never Ever understand Kobe’s drive,focus, or passion . Last of a dying breed..I always remember you 🙏🏾 for the Bryant family
This was 1 of the realest interview I seen
Tough for us as a fan, imagine the family. My condolences to the family, and I wish the family get the needed comfort and healing for their hearts.
Vince been around for many generations of basketball seeing him retire this year is sad but all in good endings, being able to be there for his family. Though it’s tragic to see Kobe pass yet hopefully being content and satisfied with an outstanding career. Overall despite his departure from his family and us.... I hope the essence of him maintains bound among all of us.
Vince bday will never be the same
LONG LIVE ONE OF THE BEST HOOPERS IN MY ERA 🙏🙏
Loved watching these two great player's Vince and Kobe going at it, much respect between them. Love you VC
I just watched a Tracey Mcgrady interview that brought me to tears
I’m glad wait, I was blessed God allowed me to see Vince from UNC and Kobe from high school to get Into the league and become Hall of Famers. Kobe we in LA love you the whole basketball world love you. May you be nearest to the Creator along with GiGi. I hope I can be at least 1/8th of a dad like you
miss the whole world kobe you are legend 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏👑👑👑👑
Not long after Kobe passed, I flew to Atlanta for a trip…and I got to see him out there with the Atlanta Hawks! So that was a very special moment for me, especially when I had no idea that Carter was even on the team! ❤️🏀
Same way Vince! I and the rest of us are hurting too!
The biggest take away is Kobe is just starting the life after basketball, a new chapter, and watch his generation of players, my generation of fans all lost someone they adored no matter if they hated because he was so good or loved him because he was so good. Good man gone too soon with his daughter and 7 other people whom are just as important to their families and friends.
I miss Kobe so much
Vince is 43 , Kobe was 41 .......
His death is different than any other celebrity. He was my idol and role model in basketball since I was a 12 year old. This is just surreal.
Kobe I never believe your death, you are always alive for us ...
to be able to sit there and talk about a good friend dying for 6 mins flat and not mess it up. to be able to just tell what needed to be told. respect to ya vince. ofc kobe dying suxxxx. but respect to vince for making things kinda relatable and giving the story its due.
Vince Carter I Got Alot Of Love For You Sir Kobe Is Looking Down Very Proud So God Continue To Bless And Jesus Love's You Sir
Love Kobe amazing talent, great person, humanitarian😭😭
Loved that guy from Trinidad...sad day for all sports men