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Kobe Bryant’s 20 year career with the Lakers raised the bar for every player ... Competed with unparalleled ferocity. Defied the odds. Simply put -- he was an icon.
Our hearts go out to his family and fans."
A teammate of Gianna, the teammate’s parent and the pilot were also killed. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/n…
NBC Sports host Mike Tirico reflects on Bryant's legacy. nbcnews.to/2Rw3r3E
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"Words can't describe the pain I'm feeling. I loved Kobe -- he was like a little brother to me."
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