source: From MJ spokesperson
https://twitter.com/esteep/status/1221564272603430918?s=19
I am in shock over the tragic news of Kobe's and Gianna's passing. Words can't
describe the pain I'm feeling. I loved Kobe-he was like a little brother to me.
We used to talk often, and I will miss those conversations very much. He was a
fierce competitor, one of the greats of the game and a creative force. Kobe was
also an amazing dad who loved his family deeply-and took great pride in his
daughter's love for the game of basketball. Yvette joins me in sending my
deepest condolences to Vanessa, the Lakers organization and basketball fans
around the world.