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Lakers unveil new statue honoring ‘Girl Dad’ Kobe Bryant’s bond with daughter Gianna

The Lakers’ latest Kobe Bryant statue honors his close bond with daughter and his passion for being a “Girl Dad.”

The new statue recreates a moment from Dec. 29, 2019, when the father and daughter sat courtside to watch a Lakers home game against the Dallas Mavericks. Kobe was wearing an Eagles ski cap Gianna gave him for Christmas and wore an orange WNBA sweatshirt. The duo were captured in photos discussing the action unfolding on the court.

Kobe and Gianna Bryant attend a game between the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks on Dec. 29, 2019
Kobe and Gianna Bryant attend a game between the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks on Dec.