"Pain doesn’t tell you when you ought to stop. Pain is the little voice in your head that tries to hold you back because it knows if you continue you will change." -Kobe Bryant
Couldn’t stand the brother when he first entered the league. When he fashioned himself after Mike, ugh! But I was the same dude watching MJ footage before I played ball for insight + motivation. Had to dumb down my hater-aid and respect his talent, dedication and mindset. Kobe was a student of the game, who mastered the craft. I was so looking forward to his next stage in life, but appreciate what the man accomplished and left behind. R.I.P Kobe
I made this deal about 5 months ago, age 14 now my game has gotten 100% better but Im not stopping the work, my starting season is next year, I can dunk now at 6'5, I can shoot mid, three, and close, Kobe did this for me, I will work till Im out of the NBA so Kobe just know whatever I do it because of you, you made me want to push myself, you made me who I am, Kobe I will always miss you and I will ALWAYS try to outwork you too lol, we miss you man but you will live on with us. Peace out Kobe, Mamba mentality.
His dad said -“dosent matter if you score 0 or you score 60 I’ll love you no matter what” Kobe scored 0 points his first ever season and hit 60 points his final game RIP Kobe Bryant everyone respected your grind and hustle and nobody will ever forget you
As a 40 year old man, I am not ashamed to admit that, this literally made me cry. Especially when he starts talking about the duty of a good parent. The passion…I watched this over and over and wrote down everything that Kobe said and I read it every day. God Bless you Kobe Bryant. May God absolutely BLESS you. Thank you 🙏🏽 🙇🏻♂️
Same dude. I turned 50 two weeks ago and this got me all teared up. That’s nothing to be ashamed of. Vulnerability and human emotion are powerful things, especially when it’s something you can connect with. RIP KB/24 🙏🏼🙏🏼
For those of you who are reading this, if you are having trouble, remember you are not alone and never give up. I wish you health, success and happiness
Kobe was such an inspiration. It is very rare that you find an athlete who is so eloquent, intelligent, and is even able to verbalize feelings and emotions which are normally hard to grasp. RIP
not sure if I know any other athlete as determined and as motivated as the Mamba. Kobe inspired me at a young age, even though I had my trials and still am going through the obstacles life gives us, that no matter how hard life is and no matter how difficult the world may seem, you can NEVER settle for anything. Fight for your life, fight for your health, and fight for the sake of you. Your abilities and potential alone supersedes negativity and the things around you. Only you can lift yourself up. From there, anything is possible
@@trsgamer776 I guess I was centering more on his life and mentality on and off the court. Im sure Ronaldo is a workhorse, but you always saw Kobe doing something for the game and his family. props to Ronaldo, but to me, Kobe was on another level.
“Wether you score 0 or 60, I’ll love you no matter what. And that gave me all the confidence in the world to fail. But, da hell with that, I’m scoring 60.” -Kobe Bryant 🕊️❤
He's my all time GOAT I don't care what anyone says. Ask anyone LeBron, MJ, Phil Jackson they'll say he was the hardest working person they've ever seen. To Win 5 chips and stay on one team for your whole 20yr career is just crazy. He was loyal and put his all in every game that's why Lakers nation loves him. RIP #24 #2
One of the best ways we can pay tribute to Kobe is to take his words of wisdom and the mamba mentality and apply it to our lives💯💪🏽 May Kobe live on through us all💯rip MAMBA!!!!!
This is truly remarkable. In a 7 year span, he went from 0 points to the NBA and One of the geratest to ever do it. I am impressed and Kobe motivated me to play basketball. I am truly humble and blessed to have seen his entire career, but what motivates me even more is not necessarily his basketball ethic, his words of motivation. I wrote a paper in my English 101 class on Kobe and got the only A of my life. I was ready to give up on my journey and just happened to see this at 3:40 in the morning and reminded me not to quit. His dedication to basketball can be applied to anything in life. God Bless you all...
I remember watching Kobe play in high school. My high school seemed to always meet up with his in the playoffs. Greatness showed in him even then. He was a great player....a hard-working, FOCUSED player. He has left an extraordinary legacy.
What gets me is Kobe's brilliance with everything he accomplished in his 20 years in the sport of basketball, he was determined to out do that, its errie thing to talk about but he lift with us the understanding of what motivated him an his drive an how to tap into that focus Kobe is definitely one of a kind, 🙏peace to all the families shared in that moment🙏
This video literally made me cry because I remembered when I first met him he was giving me advice and everything and I will never forget the words he said to me rest in paradise kobe bryant we miss you and love you so much
It feels great to hear someone like him...I try to be a good pianist..it is a fucking instrument, I am at it every day since 8 years, I am 54. This goal to be good gives me pleasure and purpose to my life...and to be good you have to leston different people from different areas
Kobe Bryant, makes a deal with himself at 13 to “Rest in the end, not in the middle.” Kobe’s Father Joe told him as a kid, Whether you score 0 points or 60, I’ll love you no matter what. Coming full circle, in Kobe’s final NBA Game after 20 Seasons, he scores exactly 60 points. You can’t make that up…. 🤷🏾♂️ R.I.P. Black Mamba!
This damn near brought me to tears man! He's the reason why I love the game of basketball! He separated himself from everyone else and that's greatness but not everyone see that! They never or ever will take the time out of their day to actually listen to this man talk! Kobe was highly educated and great father and teammate 🙏💛🤍💜🖤Rest in Paradise 💫✨🐐
Rest at the end, not in the middle. Wow. Thank you for sharing that Kobe. Even in your death you continue to encourage and inspire others. What a privilege it has been to have had you as part of my generation. You are very much missed. Rip
Kobe was literally his own my player. He went from 0 points and slowly started to increase his ability through hard work and persistence. Over time he increased in all areas through dedication in study and skill and finally, after winning top accolades at the highest basketball levels, he retired, a legend.
Incredible! Man I miss this man & his inspiration & motivation, his genius, his love for everything! God bless Kobe, I hope to meet u in Heaven 1 day brother!
Kobe was that Dude! So many people with talent fail because they don't have a good work ethic. Kobe was the example of how working hard will take talent to the next level. RIP
Kobe, you will be remembered not only by your family and friends, but by millions and millions of people you didn`t even know. But all of us surely know you! And will always remember. Thank you!
Such a rich positive mindset. He left us a lot. Motivation, patience, honesty, sense of self, love of others. I love the “excitement” in loss. We all live our setbacks, sins, in real time and can never loose! “Control what you can”🙏🏼😇
If the game of basketball could write a screenplay for a short movie, it would call it “Dear Kobe.” The passion for the game is beyond description. RIP Bro
When i feel pain, when i play shit. I always hear KOBE BRYANT motivation speech and it gives me confident to hard work and destroy all ur enemy that u face i will never give up and i will find ‘The key of Sucess 'in my life thx Kobe Bryant Legends never die i our hearts R.I.P L.E.G.E.N.D.S
Kobe, I know you are there up in heaven. You don't know how much you helped me through my darkest days. My journey has just started and the mamba mentality will be my driving force, my principle, and my saviour. Rest in peace.
There are a lot of successful people in the world but they aren’t that articulate in guiding someone else to greatness. This was exactly Kobe’s superpower- he was ARTICULATE
Kobe is the best and more talented than any other athletes..his motivation is one of a kind when you get weak and you heard it .and gives more inspiration in life.
despite all the hard challenges that im going through in my life right now and all the mistakes a did i continue to do what i love and i listen to this every day and trying to do better despite how old i am 26 years old soon to be 27 on july 18 🏀🏀🏀 RIP KOBE AND Gianna and all the 9 passengers in the helicopter crash trying to do better every day their's nothing to late if you put the work in
What a shame that he is gone, it's always the smart, intellectual and powerful men that pass away the ones who leave a impact in our hearts. Nobody is perfect kobe wasn't perfect but he learned and learned and learned some more and was able to change his image and his life around and dedicated all his love not just us the fans and people who grew up admiring him, but more importantly for him his family the ones who where always there for him through the bad and good. R.i.P Los Angeles Laker GOAT.
Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant a legend we will forever remember for his dedication and passion i today have had one of my worst days seeing your dedication has put me now on the right path and i thank you, You will never be forgotten
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“The moment you give up, is the moment you let someone else win.” ~ Kobe Bryant
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"the moment you give up, is the moment you let someone else win."-kobe bryant
Kobe is an L
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"Pain doesn’t tell you when you ought to stop. Pain is the little voice in your head that tries to hold you back because it knows if you continue you will change." -Kobe Bryant
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My brother played through a back injury in football now he can’t play a down again
@@jerimiahburgess8220it’s also about knowing your limitations Kobe never was reckless or told people to be reckless
mamba mentality no means yes#
When I was little I was a Kobe Hater.
The more I grew up, The more I respect and look up to this guy.
same
I am a die hard celtics fan but now kobe is my guy
Kobe was one of those players who you would hate if he played for another team but you would love him if he played for your team
Couldn’t stand the brother when he first entered the league. When he fashioned himself after Mike, ugh! But I was the same dude watching MJ footage before I played ball for insight + motivation. Had to dumb down my hater-aid and respect his talent, dedication and mindset. Kobe was a student of the game, who mastered the craft. I was so looking forward to his next stage in life, but appreciate what the man accomplished and left behind.
R.I.P
Kobe
@@franksters08 best way to put it lol. What a guy man
Same, you cant hate a guy that works so damn hard and mastered his skills.
I made this deal about 5 months ago, age 14 now my game has gotten 100% better but Im not stopping the work, my starting season is next year, I can dunk now at 6'5, I can shoot mid, three, and close, Kobe did this for me, I will work till Im out of the NBA so Kobe just know whatever I do it because of you, you made me want to push myself, you made me who I am, Kobe I will always miss you and I will ALWAYS try to outwork you too lol, we miss you man but you will live on with us. Peace out Kobe, Mamba mentality.
“Doesn’t Matter How Hard You Work, I Will Always Work Harder Then You" - Kobe Bryant
Continue working hard and don’t miss a step 💎 you never know what can happen, good luck on your journey brother man
Keep grinding bro! You got this
Never have I rooted this much for a person I don't know than you, I'll see you in on my TV someday brother!
Bro with the speed pfp tho, idk. U gotta change that
The fact that kobe had basically his whole life ahead of him is fucking crazy. Basketball was chapter 1. And that's all we got. Rest In Paradise
At least his raping days are over.
He accomplished "His Ultimate Goal!" God Knows
He did say we rest when we are done. That shit gave me chills
@@vangroover1903 your a weirdo
Paradise? No inferno in paradise.
“Everyting negative - pressure, challenges - is all an opportunity for me to rise.”
― Kobe Bryant
His dad said -“dosent matter if you score 0 or you score 60 I’ll love you no matter what”
Kobe scored 0 points his first ever season and hit 60 points his final game RIP Kobe Bryant everyone respected your grind and hustle and nobody will ever forget you
True but he did sore 63 when he was 8 which shows his determination from a very young age
@@manmeet4804 yeah but I think he meant to hit 60 his last game simply from that line
@@-Cross_ true
Outstanding Human Being who is still inspiring others to achieve their best potential!!! Love and miss this amazing brother!!!
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ random 😂
As a 40 year old man, I am not ashamed to admit that, this literally made me cry. Especially when he starts talking about the duty of a good parent. The passion…I watched this over and over and wrote down everything that Kobe said and I read it every day. God Bless you Kobe Bryant. May God absolutely BLESS you. Thank you 🙏🏽 🙇🏻♂️
Rip Kobe Bryant and Gigi Bryant May God bless them in Jesus name I pray AMEN🙏🏼❤️👑✝️💯
@@reusually7188 🙏🏽
Were you born a man though?
Same dude. I turned 50 two weeks ago and this got me all teared up. That’s nothing to be ashamed of. Vulnerability and human emotion are powerful things, especially when it’s something you can connect with. RIP KB/24 🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@adamalbano5301 yes indeed, my friend. Thank you 🙏🏽
Whenever I feel down and lazy I always listen to this. What a legend.
Just know you have more left in the tank to give, keep pushing and keep giving it your best effort
@@SuperNinja921 yep 👍 always work hard.
@@SuperNinja921 true
@@soniczgaming6556 true
Your not alone I think we all doubt ourselves at sometimes
For those of you who are reading this, if you are having trouble, remember you are not alone and never give up. I wish you health, success and happiness
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And he did SCORE 60 on his last game! God bless this Legend's soul! Miss you Kobe.
60 points With the buzzer beater for the win.
Forgot that😄🇨🇦⚡🇺🇸
0 points his first ever season and 60 points his last game just like his dad said ,”dosent matter if you score 0 or 60 I’ll love you no matter what”
Shaq told him he wanted 50 from Kobe that night. Kobe said “No”. I don’t have to tell you the rest 🤟🏼 We love you Kobe.
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Kobe was such an inspiration. It is very rare that you find an athlete who is so eloquent, intelligent, and is even able to verbalize feelings and emotions which are normally hard to grasp. RIP
are you people serious. smh he hurt people. not unusual a sports star is driven.. but too damn driven. He was whack.
You can rest now King. We love and miss you deeply
I still say “Kobe!”
This is why. What a legend.
not sure if I know any other athlete as determined and as motivated as the Mamba. Kobe inspired me at a young age, even though I had my trials and still am going through the obstacles life gives us, that no matter how hard life is and no matter how difficult the world may seem, you can NEVER settle for anything. Fight for your life, fight for your health, and fight for the sake of you. Your abilities and potential alone supersedes negativity and the things around you. Only you can lift yourself up. From there, anything is possible
No one
You just motivated me
Cristiano
@@trsgamer776 I guess I was centering more on his life and mentality on and off the court. Im sure Ronaldo is a workhorse, but you always saw Kobe doing something for the game and his family. props to Ronaldo, but to me, Kobe was on another level.
Legendary
Listening to this on his 2nd year anniversary of his passing. Rest in Power, Champ
I’m watching this while preparing for the gym at 1:30 in the morning to train for football. This is my last chance; I’m giving it all I got 🙏🏽
You got this
How’s it going bro?
I hope you succeeded and even if you didn’t you proved it to yourself!
how was it...
"Rest at the end, not in the middle" RIP mamba, miss you
🙏🙏🙏🙏
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“Anything else that was outside of that lane I didn’t have time for.” ~ Kobe Bryant
Dominant focus truly inspiring🫡
"Don't rest when you're tired. Rest when the job is done." -Johnny Sins
“Wether you score 0 or 60, I’ll love you no matter what. And that gave me all the confidence in the world to fail. But, da hell with that, I’m scoring 60.” -Kobe Bryant 🕊️❤
He's my all time GOAT I don't care what anyone says. Ask anyone LeBron, MJ, Phil Jackson they'll say he was the hardest working person they've ever seen. To Win 5 chips and stay on one team for your whole 20yr career is just crazy. He was loyal and put his all in every game that's why Lakers nation loves him. RIP #24 #2
One of the best ways we can pay tribute to Kobe is to take his words of wisdom and the mamba mentality and apply it to our lives💯💪🏽 May Kobe live on through us all💯rip MAMBA!!!!!
He’s a rare human being. A true master of his craft. RIP mamba 🙏
This is truly remarkable. In a 7 year span, he went from 0 points to the NBA and One of the geratest to ever do it. I am impressed and Kobe motivated me to play basketball. I am truly humble and blessed to have seen his entire career, but what motivates me even more is not necessarily his basketball ethic, his words of motivation. I wrote a paper in my English 101 class on Kobe and got the only A of my life. I was ready to give up on my journey and just happened to see this at 3:40 in the morning and reminded me not to quit. His dedication to basketball can be applied to anything in life. God Bless you all...
I remember watching Kobe play in high school. My high school seemed to always meet up with his in the playoffs. Greatness showed in him even then. He was a great player....a hard-working, FOCUSED player. He has left an extraordinary legacy.
When the game is more important than the injury itself, you don’t feel that damn injury -- Kobe Bryant
What gets me is Kobe's brilliance with everything he accomplished in his 20 years in the sport of basketball, he was determined to out do that, its errie thing to talk about but he lift with us the understanding of what motivated him an his drive an how to tap into that focus Kobe is definitely one of a kind, 🙏peace to all the families shared in that moment🙏
This video literally made me cry because I remembered when I first met him he was giving me advice and everything and I will never forget the words he said to me rest in paradise kobe bryant we miss you and love you so much
God bless this man- he was truly an inspiration. May he rest in peace 🙏
Rest in peace to the greatest, his lessons and legacy will live on in us.
What an absolute legend. What an absolute athlete. What an absolute individual. What an absolute loss. Rip to you Kobe. Always will keep inspiring
*His story truly is one's survival guide.*
Rest in power Mamba!
It feels great to hear someone like him...I try to be a good pianist..it is a fucking instrument, I am at it every day since 8 years, I am 54. This goal to be good gives me pleasure and purpose to my life...and to be good you have to leston different people from different areas
The moment you give up, is the moment you let someone else win.” - Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant, makes a deal with himself at 13 to “Rest in the end, not in the middle.” Kobe’s Father Joe told him as a kid, Whether you score 0 points or 60, I’ll love you no matter what.
Coming full circle, in Kobe’s final NBA Game after 20 Seasons, he scores exactly 60 points. You can’t make that up…. 🤷🏾♂️
R.I.P. Black Mamba!
I was just about to comment that then I saw your comment.
Story book ending for someone with such a great story and actually created great stories
These words help with everyday life, not just basketball. Truly an inspiring mindset.
RIP The Great Kobe & Gianna Bryant
Life is too short. Don’t miss the little stuff, the simple and pure.
Kobe Bryant’s influence was his greatness to the world 💯🏀🐐🏆🫡
This damn near brought me to tears man! He's the reason why I love the game of basketball! He separated himself from everyone else and that's greatness but not everyone see that! They never or ever will take the time out of their day to actually listen to this man talk! Kobe was highly educated and great father and teammate 🙏💛🤍💜🖤Rest in Paradise 💫✨🐐
Watching him talk about loving your family and their value breaks my heart
The world misses you. You a an inspirational legend
Rest at the end, not in the middle. Wow. Thank you for sharing that Kobe. Even in your death you continue to encourage and inspire others. What a privilege it has been to have had you as part of my generation. You are very much missed. Rip
Rest at the end not in the middle 😢 Rest In Peace Kobe. Job well done.
RIP Kobe. You taught me more about how to succeed in life than I could ever imagine.
Kobe was literally his own my player. He went from 0 points and slowly started to increase his ability through hard work and persistence. Over time he increased in all areas through dedication in study and skill and finally, after winning top accolades at the highest basketball levels, he retired, a legend.
Powerful and inspiring. Any athlete or person for that matter should listen to this great man's words.
You have a way of making people believe in themselves. Never stop doing this
Kobe is one of the greatest. His workethic is something we never seen before! The grind was real. Rest in peace Kobe!
Incredible! Man I miss this man & his inspiration & motivation, his genius, his love for everything! God bless Kobe, I hope to meet u in Heaven 1 day brother!
Kobe will always be remembered as a motivational hero🙏
I love you King always and forever man literally listening to your speech as you speak you are truly great RIP Kobe and Gigi
Such an inspiration this dude is, can’t believe he is gone. Would loved to have seen what he would have done down the road.
Kobe was that Dude! So many people with talent fail because they don't have a good work ethic. Kobe was the example of how working hard will take talent to the next level. RIP
Utmost respect to Kobe for his love, if not obsession, to basketball.
We all miss you!
Kobe was such a huge inspiration, thankful for his legacy. Keep going and fighting, you lovely people ❤️❤️❤️
I miss Kobe 🙏
Who doesn't?😔
Bravo Kobe! You will forever be remembered!!!
This is probably the most motivating thing I've heard in a long time. R.I.P Kobe. Mamba out, but never forgotten
Damn still hurts to know this dude is gone sure miss him… his words have got me through some rough times… THANK YOU KOBE..🐍 #mambamentality
After hearing these words, I realized my worth and motivated me to try💓💟🚩
Kobe, you will be remembered not only by your family and friends, but by millions and millions of people you didn`t even know. But all of us surely know you! And will always remember. Thank you!
I wasn’t big on the NBA I’m more of a NFL type of guy, but I made sure i always turned on the tv to watch him play..
Forever a legend
Really motivational it gave me the energy to get out of my bed comfort zone go and train and gave me the reason to be better than yesterday
I could listen to Kobe talk 24/7. Thank you for sharing!
Such a rich positive mindset. He left us a lot. Motivation, patience, honesty, sense of self, love of others. I love the “excitement” in loss. We all live our setbacks, sins, in real time and can never loose! “Control what you can”🙏🏼😇
If the game of basketball could write a screenplay for a short movie, it would call it “Dear Kobe.” The passion for the game is beyond description. RIP Bro
I am trying to run thirty miles so I could get back in shape for soccer and this just made want to keep running every single day.
When i feel pain, when i play shit. I always hear KOBE BRYANT motivation speech and it gives me confident to hard work and destroy all ur enemy that u face i will never give up and i will find ‘The key of Sucess 'in my life thx Kobe Bryant
Legends never die i our hearts
R.I.P L.E.G.E.N.D.S
Man I gonna miss you Kobe see you soon GOAT!! FOREVER be my all time idol!!
Whenever I feel lazy and confused ,I can listen this.This gives me strength.
So glad we got to witness kobe play basketball, but what a loss it is to not have this man in this world inspiring others for another 30 years
"Rest at the end not in the middle" That you did brother. RIP my guy. Thanks for the wisdom.
Kobe, I know you are there up in heaven. You don't know how much you helped me through my darkest days. My journey has just started and the mamba mentality will be my driving force, my principle, and my saviour. Rest in peace.
Legend never dies. We miss you Kobe!
Man I miss Kobe
Rest in Peace Kobe!!! You inspired me in so many ways to push myself to my highest limit, to push myself beyond the limit!!!
RIP bro! You can tell he was a decent human being as much as he was a phenomenal athlete.
Kobe motivates me so much. It’s so sad that his gone now 😭😭,rest in peace Kobe ,fly high 🕊️
I miss Kobe so much.
Far more than a basketball player Kobe was a philosopher on and off the court.
I really needed this. Miss you Kobe hope you doing good up there big man 👊🏻
He’s busy reading comments on RUclips
There are a lot of successful people in the world but they aren’t that articulate in guiding someone else to greatness.
This was exactly Kobe’s superpower- he was ARTICULATE
How can anyone give this a thumbs down!
Ikr!
we don't know that since youtube added another stupid feature that is disabling to see how many dislikes are in the video
Reason there wife or girl is in love with him 😁
No matter how good u are u gonna find haters it’s the price u have to pay for success
Because he was a rapist, and rapist deserve zero respect.
Kobe is the best and more talented than any other athletes..his motivation is one of a kind when you get weak and you heard it .and gives more inspiration in life.
Kobe is so inspirational for me! 🙏🏽 Mamba Forever❤️
Thank u Kobe u made me motivated to achieve what I want in my life again , u did it when no one else did thank u
Kobe is so wise. Love this man 💯. Rest easy king
Bravo Kobe! You will forever be remembered
I love this man a legend who died it soon to an unlucky scenario but at least we got to see him and understand him and legend never forgotten
Mamba mentality for life 🙏
despite all the hard challenges that im going through in my life right now and all the mistakes a did i continue to do what i love and i listen to this every day and trying to do better despite how old i am 26 years old soon to be 27 on july 18 🏀🏀🏀 RIP KOBE AND Gianna and all the 9 passengers in the helicopter crash trying to do better every day their's nothing to late if you put the work in
What a shame that he is gone, it's always the smart, intellectual and powerful men that pass away the ones who leave a impact in our hearts. Nobody is perfect kobe wasn't perfect but he learned and learned and learned some more and was able to change his image and his life around and dedicated all his love not just us the fans and people who grew up admiring him, but more importantly for him his family the ones who where always there for him through the bad and good. R.i.P Los Angeles Laker GOAT.
Rest in the end, not the middle. Thank you for this, KB.
Rest at the end not in the middle greatest quote ever
Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant a legend we will forever remember for his dedication and passion i today have had one of my worst days seeing your dedication has put me now on the right path and i thank you, You will never be forgotten
I get so emotional. Pure human excellence. What an example to live by.
can't believe it's been 2 years.. thanks for the great memories in basketball champ
Thank you Lord for the life and wisdom of Kobe Bryant. Kobe is truly missed 💟
"Heroes get remembered, but a legend never dies." -Babe Ruth to Benny Rodriguez, Sandlot.
Kobe was my inspiration and I miss him every day! We lost the GOAT and it’s an incredible shame!