Australian Open 2020: Kobe Bryant inspired me – Nick Kyrgios
5 years, 2 months ago

Australian Open 2020: Kobe Bryant inspired me – Nick Kyrgios

The Hindu  

Nick Kyrgios mourned the loss of Kobe Bryant but said the NBA legend's achievements were an inspiration to him during his Australian Open clash with Rafael Nadal. Home hope Kyrgios walked onto the court wearing a Los Angeles Lakers jersey adorned with the number eight Bryant made famous at the start of his two-decade career with the franchise. READ: Taking to Rod Laver Arena the following day, an emotional Kyrgios succumbed to a 6-3 3-6 7-6 7-6 loss against the world number one, but revealed Bryant's passing had been on his mind. Kyrgios is a fan of the Boston Celtics, a side who were often on the receiving end of Bryant's brilliance, but the 24-year-old had long admired the five-time NBA champion's skill and dedication to his craft.

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Today in Sports - LA Lakers basketball legend Kobe Bryant dies in a helicopter crash
2 months ago

Today in Sports - LA Lakers basketball legend Kobe Bryant dies in a helicopter crash

Associated Press  

Jan. 26 1913 — Jim Thorpe gives up his track medals from the 1912 Olympic games as a result of his having been a professional. 1992 — The Washington Redskins win their third Super Bowl in 10 years, beating the Buffalo Bills 37-24, putting the game away with 24 straight points after a scoreless first quarter. 2013 — Ashley Wagner …

Naomi Osaka wears Kobe Bryant jersey at US Open to "keep his spirit with me"
7 months ago

Naomi Osaka wears Kobe Bryant jersey at US Open to "keep his spirit with me"

Salon  

Tennis star Naomi Osaka during a recent U.S. Open press conference shared the reason behind why she wore NBA legend Kobe Bryant's Los Angeles Lakers jersey while speaking to reporters. The conference followed Osaka's first-round win at the Grand Slam tournament in Flushing, Queens, after she bested Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko at the Louis Armstrong Stadium, marking her first win against …

Vanessa Bryant shares tribute to late husband Kobe on what would have been his 44th birthday
2 years, 7 months ago

Vanessa Bryant shares tribute to late husband Kobe on what would have been his 44th birthday

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant wished her late husband Kobe Bryant a happy birthday on Instagram this Tuesday, marking the day the late basketball star would have turned 44. ': Vanessa Bryant wished her late husband Kobe Bryant a happy birthday Tuesday, marking the day the late basketball star would have turned 44 The wife of the late NBA legend said she was …

Bronze statue to Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna erected on second anniversary of helicopter crash deaths
3 years, 2 months ago

Bronze statue to Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna erected on second anniversary of helicopter crash deaths

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A 160-pound temporary statue …

Kobe Bryant tributes: Stars reflect on the loss of the basketball great two years after he died
3 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant tributes: Stars reflect on the loss of the basketball great two years after he died

Daily Mail  

The two year anniversary of the death of Los Angeles basketball great Kobe Bryant fell on Wednesday. Tributes: Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, and Jennifer Garner took to social media to share tributes for Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gigi on the two year anniversary of their death West uploaded one of his personal favorite photos of himself and longtime friend …

Kobe Bryant inspired players around the world, one sleepless night at a time
3 years, 10 months ago

Kobe Bryant inspired players around the world, one sleepless night at a time

LA Times  

Before he reached NBA stardom, Joel Embiid lay awake in Cameroon, a teenager waiting for his household to fall asleep. I mean, I would say that I’m probably here because of him.” 76ers star Joel Embiid says he studied Kobe Bryant’s moves to incorporate into his game when he was a youth in Cameroon. “I used to watch a lot …

LA Lakers dedicate NBA Finals championship win to ‘big brother’, the late Kobe Bryant
4 years, 5 months ago

LA Lakers dedicate NBA Finals championship win to ‘big brother’, the late Kobe Bryant

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

US Open champion Naomi Osaka aims to keep Kobe Bryant's legacy alive: Amazing how 1 person can inspire so many
4 years, 6 months ago

US Open champion Naomi Osaka aims to keep Kobe Bryant's legacy alive: Amazing how 1 person can inspire so many

India Today  

Naomi Osaka is doing great things on and off the court. Naomi Osaka wore 7 different masks - one each with a name of a Black American for each of her matches at US Open 2020. Noami Osaka said the gesture urged her to go the distance at the US Open so that she could showcase more masks to the …

Sports Academy retires 'Mamba' name out of respect to Kobe Bryant
4 years, 10 months ago

Sports Academy retires 'Mamba' name out of respect to Kobe Bryant

The Hindu  

The Mamba Sports Academy is retiring “Mamba” from its name out of respect for the late Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. Academy chief executive Chad Faulkner announced the move on Tuesday, saying Bryant’s legacy should live on “on its own.” Faulkner and Bryant had launched a joint athletic training and business venture in 2018, and the academy, located in …

Love of basketball put Bryant, others on final fatal flight
5 years, 1 month ago

Love of basketball put Bryant, others on final fatal flight

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The six passengers traveling with Kobe Bryant and his daughter in the helicopter that crashed into a Southern California mountainside last month were joined by their love of basketball. His precocious 13-year-old would respond, saying, “Oy, I got this.” Gianna Bryant, known as Gigi to family and friends, was infused with the same burning desire for basketball …

Kobe Bryant among finalists for Basketball Hall of Fame
5 years, 1 month ago

Kobe Bryant among finalists for Basketball Hall of Fame

The Hindu  

Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett were named among the finalists to be considered for induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2020. Duncan, the former San Antonio Spurs star with 15 All-Star appearances and five championships, and Garnett – another NBA great – are also finalists. "When the nominees for the Class of 2020 were …

No evidence of helicopter engine failure in Kobe Bryant crash
5 years, 1 month ago

No evidence of helicopter engine failure in Kobe Bryant crash

The Hindu  

An investigation into the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna has found no evidence of major internal engine failure. The National Transportation Safety Board on Friday released its preliminary findings from the January 26 crash, revealing the two engines appeared to be working at the time of impact as a piece of cut tree branch was …

'Not forgotten' - grieving LA Lakers honours Bryant
5 years, 1 month ago

'Not forgotten' - grieving LA Lakers honours Bryant

The Hindu  

LeBron James spoke for everyone as the Los Angeles Lakers honored the memory of franchise icon Kobe Bryant on Friday, delivering the simple message: “Not forgotten.” It was a night of ceremony and tears at Staples Center as the Lakers hosted the Portland Trail Blazers in their first NBA game since a helicopter crash claimed the lives of Bryant, his …

Kobe Bryant dead: LeBron James unveils 'Mamba 4 Life' tattoo
5 years, 1 month ago

Kobe Bryant dead: LeBron James unveils 'Mamba 4 Life' tattoo

The Hindu  

LeBron James unveiled a "Mamba 4 Life" tattoo after the death of Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant. Lakers superstar James, who surpassed five-time NBA champion and 2008 MVP Bryant for third on the all-time points list on Saturday, has been hit hard by the tragedy. Read: Jennifer Lopez, Shakira to honour Bryant during Super Bowl half-time show In a …

Lakers honor life of Kobe Bryant with an emotional tribute
5 years, 1 month ago

Lakers honor life of Kobe Bryant with an emotional tribute

LA Times  

The chants rang out. Gi-Gi!” to honor Kobe Bryant’s 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, one of the eight who died alongside the Lakers legend in a helicopter crash Sunday morning. pic.twitter.com/2bxWmSiW3O — Andrew Joseph January 27, 2020 Staples Center encouraging fans to stay home if they don’t have tickets Friday afternoon, Staples Center and L.A. Live president Lee Zeidman posted a tweet …

Novak Djokovic pays tribute to ‘mentor, friend’ Kobe Bryant
5 years, 2 months ago

Novak Djokovic pays tribute to ‘mentor, friend’ Kobe Bryant

The Hindu  

Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic teared up on Tuesday as he paid tribute to late basketball star Kobe Bryant, describing him as a “mentor” and a “friend” for the past 10 years. Djokovic, speaking after his Australian Open quarter-final win against Milos Raonic, said it was “heartbreaking” to hear about Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash along with his …

Op-Ed: In Kobe and Gianna Bryant, women’s basketball just lost two of its most compelling allies
5 years, 2 months ago

Op-Ed: In Kobe and Gianna Bryant, women’s basketball just lost two of its most compelling allies

LA Times  

Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant on the sidelines at a the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks Dec. 29, 2019, in Los Angeles. The sudden loss ripped through the connective tissue that binds the sports universe, a breach made worse by the knowledge that Kobe’s and Gigi’s stories had many chapters yet to be written. Kobe and …

Nick Kyrgios channels Kobe Bryant in fighting loss to Rafa Nadal in Australian Open fourth round
5 years, 2 months ago

Nick Kyrgios channels Kobe Bryant in fighting loss to Rafa Nadal in Australian Open fourth round

ABC  

An emotional Nick Kyrgios says he drew on the spirit of Kobe Bryant in his bold bid to bring down Rafael Nadal at Melbourne Park. Key points: Nick Kyrgios says he was motivated by what Kobe Bryant stood for in the crunch moments of his Rafa Nadal match Kyrgios says he thinks he has 'made progress as a human' this …

‘Unfathomable loss.’ How the Mavericks processed Kobe’s death, which makes basketball feel small
5 years, 2 months ago

‘Unfathomable loss.’ How the Mavericks processed Kobe’s death, which makes basketball feel small

New York Times  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Mavericks players found out shortly after arriving back at the team hotel from Sunday practice. Jalen Brunson wrote out, “There’s no way man.” Many more Mavericks – players, coaches and other staffers – acknowledged that they scrolled Twitter for hours on Sunday. “You’re talking about a guy that was a cultural icon, one of the greatest athletes …

Kobe Bryant, the legend who redefined basketball
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant, the legend who redefined basketball

Live Mint  

Kobe Bryant, the basketball icon who won five NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday, leaving a legacy that spanned 20 years in professional sports and a growing second career as an investor. Bryant was among nine people killed when a helicopter slammed into a hillside in Calabasas, California, the Los Angeles county sheriff’s …

Remembering Black Mamba: How Kobe Bryant became an NBA legend
5 years, 2 months ago

Remembering Black Mamba: How Kobe Bryant became an NBA legend

The Hindu  

Kobe Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday aged 41, will be remembered as one of basketball's all-time greats. Five NBA championships, 18 All-Star appearances, All-NBA First Team honours on 11 occasions and nine All-Defensive First Team selections – Bryant's staggering career spanned 20 years and was spent solely with the Lakers. Bryant – the self-styled 'Black Mamba' …

Kobe Bryant dead: Black Mamba's inspirational life left lasting legacy for sporting world
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant dead: Black Mamba's inspirational life left lasting legacy for sporting world

Firstpost  

Bryant retired as the Lakers’ franchise leader in points, games played, 3-pointers and steals no small feats on a franchise that has employed many of the greatest players in basketball history. Bryant, the 18-time All-Star who won five NBA championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career all with the Lakers, died …

Kobe Bryant: NBA legend remembered by one and all
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant: NBA legend remembered by one and all

The Hindu  

Kobe Bryant’s laserlike focus and sublime skills were remembered on Sunday by NBA colleagues, fans and athletes he inspired as they absorbed the shock of his death at the age of 41. Bryant, a five-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers and two-time Olympic gold medallist, died in a fiery helicopter crash in suburban Los Angeles that also claimed …

Kobe Bryant death: Obama, Trump pay tribute to NBA legend
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant death: Obama, Trump pay tribute to NBA legend

The Hindu  

Former United States president Barack Obama paid tribute to Kobe Bryant following the death of the Los Angeles Lakers great. — Barack Obama January 26, 2020 Bryant had various business interests following his retirement, too, and won an Academy Award for his short film 'Dear Basketball'. "Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would …

Kobe Bryant left deep legacy in LA sports, basketball world
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant left deep legacy in LA sports, basketball world

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Kobe Bryant inspired a generation of basketball players worldwide with sublime skills and an unquenchable competitive fire. Bryant, the 18-time All-Star who won five NBA championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career all with the Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday. On Saturday night, James said he …

Kobe Bryant is seen comforting drivers at scene of California car crash, six weeks before he died
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant is seen comforting drivers at scene of California car crash, six weeks before he died

Daily Mail  

Kobe Bryant selflessly helped people at the scene of a car crash in California last month, and the moment was captured in a video that later went viral. Kobe Bryant selflessly helped people at the scene of a car crash six weeks before his death Bryant – who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday morning – is seen helping …

Kobe Bryant, daughter killed in copter crash, 7 others dead
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant, daughter killed in copter crash, 7 others dead

Associated Press  

CALABASAS, Calif. — NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter and seven others were killed in a helicopter crash on a steep hillside in dense morning fog in Southern California on Sunday, his sudden death at age 41 touching off an outpouring of grief for a star whose celebrity transcended basketball. “Much respect my brother.” Bryant had one of the …

NBA legend Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna among 9 killed in helicopter crash near Los Angeles
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA legend Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna among 9 killed in helicopter crash near Los Angeles

Firstpost  

Kobe Bryant, who won five NBA championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation, died in a helicopter crash on Sunday Los Angeles: Kobe Bryant, one of the NBA’s all-time greatest players whose international stardom transcended basketball, was killed at age 41 on Sunday in a helicopter crash near Los Angeles along with his 13-year-old daughter …

Kobe Bryant: NBA legend, daughter killed in helicopter crash
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant: NBA legend, daughter killed in helicopter crash

The Hindu  

NBA legend Kobe Bryant died on Sunday when a helicopter crashed and burst into flames in foggy conditions in suburban Los Angeles, killing all nine people on board and plunging the sports world into mourning. Bryant, a five-time NBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medallist, is widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players in history, an iconic figure …

NBA legend Kobe Bryant, 13-year-old daughter dead in helicopter crash that killed 9
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA legend Kobe Bryant, 13-year-old daughter dead in helicopter crash that killed 9

Hindustan Times  

Kobe Bryant, the basketball icon who won five NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday, leaving a legacy that spanned 20 years in professional sports and a growing second career as an investor. Bryant was among nine people killed when a helicopter slammed into a hillside in Calabasas, California, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s …

NBA star Kobe Bryant and daughter killed in helicopter crash
5 years, 2 months ago

NBA star Kobe Bryant and daughter killed in helicopter crash

Daily Mail  

Kobe Bryant's helicopter pilot was told he was 'too low' as he flew through thick fog moments before slamming into a hillside in a crash which killed all nine on board. A body is covered, left, while another sits at right at the scene of a helicopter crash that killed former NBA basketball player Kobe Bryant Sunday The smoking wreckage …

Kobe Bryant shared a special bond with his daughter Gianna
5 years, 2 months ago

Kobe Bryant shared a special bond with his daughter Gianna

LA Times  

Lakers legend Kobe Bryant hugs his daughter Gianna as they watch the National Swimming Championships at the Woollett Aquatics Center in Irvine in July 2018. I’d rather be with them than doing anything else.” California Federal investigators look for answers in Kobe Bryant helicopter crash Lakers legend Kobe Bryant died when the helicopter he was traveling in crashed into a …

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