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Tuesday marks one year since Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, family friends and a pilot tragically passed away in a helicopter accident. The sports world was turned upside down that fateful day and while time has helped heal, a painful void remains.
While the Lakers organization and fans face an emotional time, there has been a focus placed on celebrating Bryant’s memory and accomplishments over a storied 20-year career. It’s what LakersNation.com staff members kept in mind when asked to reflect on the past year.
Matthew Moreno (@MMoreno1015)
Like countless others have previously noted, thinking of Kobe Bryant brings about a groundswell of emotions. You hurt for Vanessa, the Bryant family and other families impacted by the tragedy. You can’t fathom why such a tragedy would have occurred.