For all the basketball fans who were lobbying for an NBA 2K cover featuring Kobe Bryant, your prayers have been answered. The creators of NBA 2K have announced the cover of the ‘Legend Edition' of 2K17 will feature The Black Mamba.

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“It’s a great honor to partner with 2K on the NBA 2K17 Legend Edition,” Bryant said in a 2K17 press release.

“As I walk off the NBA court for the final time, it’s exciting to know my fans can continue to celebrate my lifelong career as a Los Angeles Laker.”

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Fans who pre-order the game will receive an awesome list of goodies including Nike Kobe XI kicks, a Kobe No. 8 jersey from Mitchell and Ness, a Kobe hoodie and more.

The NBA 2K17 Legend Edition will be available in digital and physical formats for $79.99 on PLayStation®4 and Xbox One. Fans can pre-order online or at various retailers.