The whole world remains in shock with the news of Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna tragically losing their lives in a helicopter crash in Calabasas on Sunday afternoon. Even Shaquille O'Neal, who formed one of the best duos in the NBA with Kobe on the Los Angeles Lakers, is at a loss for words with the shocking news.
In the wake of the devastating development, Shaq took to Instagram to send his condolences to the Bryant family and to express his sorrow and disbelief. He also posted old photos of himself with Kobe and the Lakers back in their playing days.
“There are no words to express the pain I’m going through now with this tragic and sad moment of loosing my neice Gigi & my friend, my brother, my partner in winning championships, my dude and my homie,” Shaq wrote.
“I love you and you will be missed. My condolences goes out to the Bryant family and the families of the other passengers on board. IM SICK RIGHT NOW!”
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Kobe and his daughter Gigi were among the five people killed in the helicopter crash. According to reports, a fire broke out before the vehicle crashed. Investigation is said to be ongoing.
Shaquille O'Neal played with Kobe Bryant on the Lakers from 1996 to 2004, forming one of the most dynamic and unstoppable duos in the league. While their relationship during their playing days is not the best, they were undoubtedly successful playing alongside each other.
They won three championships together from 2000 to 2002, headlining a dominant era for the Purple and Gold franchise.
Fellow Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar also spoke out about the accident and credited Kobe for inspiring “a whole generation of basketball players.” Moreover, he noted that he will always remember Kobe as someone “who is much more than an athlete.”
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