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Kobe Bryant is dead at the age of 41 in a helicopter accident outside of Los Angeles. His daughter Gianna also was among those who died in the tragedy. You can read our thoughts here. Jazz players, media, and front office—past and present—have been giving their thoughts, condolences, and memories on social media.
I am at a loss for words..Kobe and Gianna you will never be forgotten. What a blessing to see your impact you have had in this world, Kobe. Prayers for the Bryant family. Rest In Peace, little brother and Gigi.. pic.twitter.com/x6EkJaARDD
— Karl Malone (@TheDeliverer_32) January 26, 2020
Enjoy every single day people, we are always too worried about things that are actually not that important. Life is precious and you never now when it’s gonna end.
— Rudy Gobert (@rudygobert27) January 26, 2020
Man no!
— Mike Conley (@MCONLEY10) January 26, 2020
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Çok üzgünüm #RIPKobeBryant pic.twitter.com/PgQD2wH2R9
— mehmetokur13 (@MehmetOkur13) January 26, 2020
Man the news about @kobebryant is heart breaking. Loss for words. Hug your loved ones and tell them you love them. Gone way to soon. Prayers #8 #24 #Legend #Mamba
— Ronnie Brewer (@RonnieBrewerJr) January 26, 2020
THE DAY I EARNED YOUR RESPECT WAS A DAY ILL NEVER FORGET.! REST PEACEFULLY GOAT.! pic.twitter.com/cKnTCNo23s
— JAE CROWDER (@CJC9BOSS) January 26, 2020
R.I.P Legend
— Enes Kanter (@EnesKanter) January 26, 2020
Prayers up pic.twitter.com/oUAgvA1DXp
Rest @kobebryant
— Antoine Carr (@AntoineCarr55) January 26, 2020
Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson did an interview with a group of premium ticket holders after last night’s game. He was asked who is the hardest player in the NBA he’s had to guard. He said Kobe Bryant.
— Andy Larsen (@andyblarsen) January 26, 2020
No way please god no
— Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) January 26, 2020
Can’t stop crying
— Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) January 26, 2020
My brother called me from jail to tell me loved me...he told me he was proud of me
— Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) January 26, 2020
Call someone you love and tell them the same
RIP Kobe Bryant
I’m floored. Kobe’s early-2000s Lakers were the first NBA teams I paid close attention to. One of the most captivating athletes I can remember. He brought millions to the game we love.
— Andy Bailey (@AndrewDBailey) January 26, 2020
There was a buzz every time Kobe entered an arena. He brought the same buzz to his life off the floor. The sadness is the amazing impact that buzz was going to make off the court. Honored to have felt that buzz from the airballs as a rookie to his closing night brilliance.
— David Locke (@Lockedonsports) January 26, 2020
Thinking so much about Vanessa and the rest of Bryant's family. This is a devastating day and most of all for them. Basketball is so secondary at best.
— Sarah Todd (@NBASarah) January 26, 2020
It was so obvious how much Kobe loved his family. It was neat to see him sharing his passion with his kids. Just so sad
— James Hansen (@hansenjames) January 26, 2020
rip kobe. basketball will never be the same.
— Taylor Griffin (@griffdunk) January 26, 2020
Kobe, you were the definition of a competitor and an inspiration to millions.
— Matt Sanchez (@_MattSanchez) January 26, 2020
I’m beyond sad for your family, fans and the basketball world. We’re all lucky we got to witness your greatness. #RIPKobe pic.twitter.com/lC14Ue5I3i
These types of moments really get to me emotionally. It shows how much we are connected as human beings and that, deep down, we really do care for each other. https://t.co/M0vjDQo4sq
— Jason Walker (@thejwalk67) January 26, 2020
1/26/2020.
— LSM (@iamlaurenmiles) January 26, 2020
today will be one of those days you remember exactly what you were doing and where you were at when you found out Kobe died
I'm church right now and feel like I just need to stand up and say Kobe Bryant just died.
— Kris (@5kl) January 26, 2020
April 13, 2016 Kobe scores 60 in his final game against the Jazz. The buzz and confetti was like a movie. He left the floor with grace and with that Kobe smile.....@utahjazz But life is real and this loss hurts #Kobe
— Craig Bolerjack (@BuckleUpBoler) January 26, 2020
Devastated... just devastated
— kristen kenney (@kristenkenney) January 26, 2020
The Miller family and the Utah Jazz's statement on the passing of Kobe Bryant: pic.twitter.com/P4vsZMwoiO
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) January 26, 2020