Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban announced the team is retiring number 24 to honor Kobe Bryant. The legend never played for the Mavs, but he made a massive impact on the NBA and game of basketball.
Bryant tragically died in a helicopter crash on Sunday. His 13-year-old daughter and seven other people were also killed.
Kobe had a profound impact on the game of basketball. He was so much more than an MVP, All-Star, and NBA championship. Bryant’s competitiveness and fire were legendary. He created the “Mamba Mentality”. He retired in 2016 after 20 seasons all with the Lakers.