Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James says it's up to this year's Lakers squad to represent Kobe Bryant the proper way.

As expected, James didn't want to talk about Bryant too much on Saturday at All-Star media day since it's still such an emotional topic:

 

The passing of Bryant is going to take a long, long time to get over. The Lakers players were very emotional against the Portland Trail Blazers at Staples Center during LA’s tribute to Kobe. Both James and Anthony Davis were crying.

Los Angeles has the best record in the Western Conference. However, nothing would make this season more special than to see LeBron James and Davis lead the Lakers to banner No. 17 for Kobe Bryant. Both players were very close with Bryant and his passing will certainly motivate the two to win it all this year.

The Lakers retired Bryant’s No. 8 and 24 jerseys last year. Now, the late NBA legend is set to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer as part of an incredible class this 2020.

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