The Lakers’ arena was surprised with a never before video of Kobe Bryant. His wife Vanessa Bryant shared the heartfelt video. During Tuesday’s ceremony, Vanessa Bryant shared an old clip from 2016 with a message to Gasol of Bryant predicting the jersey retirement.
Gasol tearfully stated, “But I can’t go on without talking about the person and the face I don’t see — the brother that elevated me, inspired me, challenged me to be a better player. Just to be a better man overall.”