On Saturday, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett and Kobe Bryant were enshrined in the Hall of Fame along with the rest of the class of 2020. Sure enough, with games finishing early for the occasion, the whole NBA world tuned in for the historic event.

Several NBA stars like Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and Washington Wizards scorer Bradley Beal, as well as journeyman Jamal Crawford couldn't help but express their emotions while watching Hall of Fame. Simply put, they were both impressed and delighted by the speeches and the sheer greatness present.

Kyle Kuzma, who wasn't able to play alongside Kobe Bryant but had several moments with him after his retirement from the NBA, really loved the Hall of Fame speeches. For what it's worth, Vanessa Bryant delivered a chilling speech that perfectly represented the Lakers icon and his Mamba Mentality.

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Other players like Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas Batum and Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden also made sure to remember Kobe in their own ways after the enshrinement.

It was undoubtedly a special day, especially after all story surrounding the class. The Hall of Fame induction of the Class of 2020 was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which only increased the overall anticipation for the ceremony that featured some of the greatest players to ever step foot on the NBA hardwood.

Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett may no longer be in the NBA, but based on the reactions of the  players and their fans, their legacy lives on.