It feel like every significant Los Angeles Lakers moment reminds fans of Kobe Bryant. The latest milestone was clearly no exception, as Kobe's wife and the Lakers' unofficial first lady Vanessa Bryant celebrated her 39th birthday on Wednesday.

Among the many well-wishers, Bryant's on-court spouse for many years Pau Gasol made sure to show Vanessa some love on her special day. The Spanish power forward posted this on Twitter:

Aside from Kobe's immediate family, Gasol was one of the most devastated by the tragic accident. We can recall that the big man went radio silent for a number of days after the news before mustering up the words to express his appreciation for his long-time Lakers teammate.

The Bryant and the Gasol families have maintained a tight-knit bond that can only get stronger as the years go by, just like Kobe and Pau's actual relationship on the court. With nearly every month littered with Kobe Bryant memories, Lakers milestones, and family celebrations, his legacy continues to live on.

Lakers fans can only hope the team as currently constructed can deliver another championship in honor of the Mamba. Being able to match Kobe's back-to-back titles a decade later would definitely be a sweet gift.