LeBron James Visibly Mourns The Loss Of Teammate Kobe Bryant

Jan 27, 2020 by apost team

In devastating news, L.A. Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has died after his private helicopter, transporting not only him but his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, crashed in Calabasas, California on Sunday.

Among the mourners was ex-teammate and dear friend LeBron James who is struggling to cope with the tragic news.

Seen arriving at LAX airport yesterday, James was spotted in flood of tears after receiving the shocking news. Collapsing into the arms of loved ones, the basketball star seemed overwhelmed by his loss reports The Daily Mail.

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The friends were communicating only the evening before the accident on Instagram, when Bryant was congratulating James on achieving No. 3 spot on the NBA’s all-time scoring list.

The talented sportsmen clicked from the start, with James telling Entertainment Tonight “The first time I ever met him, he gave me his shoes”.

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At only 41, Bryant leaves behind his wife Vanessa, and their daughters Natalia, 17, Bianka, three and Capri who is just seven months old.

His second eldest daughter, Gianna, 13, was also on board the chopper and sadly also perished in the crash, as reported here at USA Today.

Our heart goes out to James and Bryant’s friends and family who are struggling to cope during this difficult time. Pass this article on and send out some healing vibes.