Every Way the NBA All-Star Game 2020 Honored Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Gianna

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Every Way the NBA All-Star Game 2020 Honored Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Gianna

Kobe Bryant’s presence was felt at the 2020 NBA All-Star Game as stars including Common, Jennifer Hudson and Chance the Rapper honored the late Los Angeles Lakers player and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna. Nearly 24,000 people were in attendance at the United Center in Chicago on Sunday, February 16, to witness firsthand the 69th annual event and the many tributes to the father-daughter duo. “We’ll never see another basketball player quite like Kobe, scoring 81 points in one game, scoring 60 points in his last game and winning five NBA championships,” Magic Johnson said during TNT’s pregame coverage. “But what I’m really proud about when we think about Kobe Bryant ... he was passionate about being a great father, husband, filmmaker — young man won an Oscar. So, we all are hurting.” Bryant, Gianna and seven of their friends perished in a helicopter wreck in the Calabasas neighborhood of L.A. on January 26 while traveling to one of the teen’s basketball games. The 41-year-old NBA legend is survived by his wife, Vanessa Bryant, and their daughters Natalia, 17, Bianka, 3, and Capri, 7 months. [jwplayer 3XYVvgSX] “We know that he’s watching over us,” LeBron James told reporters at the NBA All-Star Practice and Media Day in Chicago on Saturday, February 15. “It’s our responsibility to represent the purple and gold. Not only for him but for all the greats, everybody who’s ever come to the Lake Show. … He’s with us every day.” James’ team, which included James Harden, Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook, ended up winning Sunday’s game, defeating Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team with a score of 157-155. Scroll down to see every way that the 2020 NBA All-Star Game honored Bryant and Gianna.

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Every Way the NBA All-Star Game 2020 Honored Kobe Bryant and His Daughter Gianna

Kobe Bryant’s presence was felt at the 2020 NBA All-Star Game as stars including Common, Jennifer Hudson and Chance the Rapper honored the late Los Angeles Lakers player and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna. Nearly 24,000 people were in attendance at the United Center in Chicago on Sunday, February 16, to witness firsthand the 69th annual event and the many tributes to the father-daughter duo. “We’ll never see another basketball player quite like Kobe, scoring 81 points in one game, scoring 60 points in his last game and winning five NBA championships,” Magic Johnson said during TNT’s pregame coverage. “But what I’m really proud about when we think about Kobe Bryant ... he was passionate about being a great father, husband, filmmaker — young man won an Oscar. So, we all are hurting.” Bryant, Gianna and seven of their friends perished in a helicopter wreck in the Calabasas neighborhood of L.A. on January 26 while traveling to one of the teen’s basketball games. The 41-year-old NBA legend is survived by his wife, Vanessa Bryant, and their daughters Natalia, 17, Bianka, 3, and Capri, 7 months. [jwplayer 3XYVvgSX] “We know that he’s watching over us,” LeBron James told reporters at the NBA All-Star Practice and Media Day in Chicago on Saturday, February 15. “It’s our responsibility to represent the purple and gold. Not only for him but for all the greats, everybody who’s ever come to the Lake Show. … He’s with us every day.” James’ team, which included James Harden, Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook, ended up winning Sunday’s game, defeating Giannis Antetokounmpo’s team with a score of 157-155. Scroll down to see every way that the 2020 NBA All-Star Game honored Bryant and Gianna.

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Common’s Opening Tribute

Before introducing the players on each team, the rapper delivered a musical monologue honoring the city of Chicago and basketball greats including Bryant, whom he called a “king.”

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Jennifer Hudson’s Tribute Performance

The Oscar winner delivered a powerhouse rendition of “For All We Know” while a montage featuring photos of Bryant and Gianna played on the screen behind her.

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Chance the Rapper’s Halftime Show

During his halftime performance, the Grammy winner was visibly emotional while singing “I Was a Rock” as footage of Bryant celebrating his many NBA achievements played in the background.

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Team Giannis’ No. 24 Jerseys for Kobe

Antetokounmpo’s team hit the court in red jerseys with Bryant’s Lakers number on them.

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Team LeBron’s No. 2 Jerseys for Gianna

James’ team played the game in blue jerseys with Gianna’s Mamba Sports Academy number on them.

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Devin Booker’s Custom Kobe and Gianna Hoodie During Practice

The Phoenix Suns player wore a custom hoodie with Bryant and Gianna’s names on it while warming up for the game.

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Bam Adebayo’s Custom Kobe Sneakers

The Miami Heat player sported a pair of sneakers with a portrait of Bryant and the number 24 on them.

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All-Star Game MVP Award Renamed in Honor of Kobe

League commissioner Adam Silver announced on Saturday that the All-Star Game MVP Award will now be known as the NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant MVP Award. L.A. Clippers player Kawhi Leonard became the first recipient since the renaming at the end of Sunday’s game.