Kobe Bryant is off to a blistering start in the final game of his career, dropping 15 points in the first quarter as I write.

Before the opening tip-off, the Lakers honored Bryant with a tribute video surpassing all of the great ones he has seen in opposing arenas throughout his farewell tour.

Watch as Bryant fights back tears as he sees a number of greats, from the Lakers as well as around the league, as they pay their respects to the Mamba in front of an electric crowd.

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Staples Center was in a trance: