We will always remember you!,” wrote Yi, who signed with six different NBA teams, including briefly the Lakers in 2016. Bryant’s popularity among Chinese fans was rivaled only by Yao, LeBron James and Michael Jordan. AD“For our generation, our memories of the NBA begin with Jordan, and move through Kobe and Yao Ming. The basketball world has lost one of its legendary greats,” Panelo said. “The Palace extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, loved ones and fans around the globe who Kobe left behind.

Source: Washington Post January 27, 2020 05:03 UTC