Kobe Bryant was travelling to his daughter’s basketball game at Mamba Sports Academy in California’s Thousand Oaks. The helicopter crashed and all on board passengers were killed, as per reports.
Kobe Bryant was considered as one of the greatest basketball players in NBA history.
Bryant spent 20 years with Los Angeles Lakers. He won five NBA championships, featured in 18 NBA all-star games, four all-star MVP awards. He was also overall league MVP in 2008.
Bryant scored 81 in a game in 2006 and reached three consecutive finals from 2008 to 2010.
While Los Angeles Lakers were struggling after retirement of Magic Johnson, Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal brought back the fortune and form. Shaquille O’Neal departed for Miami Heat in 2004 and Kobe Bryant became the talisman for his side.
FAQs:
- What age did Kobe retire?
Kobe Bryant took retirement from NBA on 2016 at the age of 35. - Why is Kobe Bryant so famous?
Kobe Bryant is famous for his scintillating performances with Los Angeles Lakers.
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