Kobe Bryant, 41, dies in helicopter crash in Calabasas, California

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The 41-year-old NBA icon played for the Los Angeles Lakers. 9 people died in the accident, according to the LA sheriff.

Members of Gigi Bryant's basketball team and college baseball coach John Altobelli are among those who died in Sunday's helicopter crash.

Before Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash, he tweeted congratulations to LeBron James, who surpassed him on the scoring list with 33,644 points.

Before his death in a helicopter crash at the age of 41, Kobe Bryant was known for having a work ethic that inspired his fans and NBA colleagues.

Basketball icon Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash on Sunday in Calabasas, California. He was 41 years old.

Kobe Bryant, who died on Sunday, had a 20-year career with the LA Lakers. Off the court, he faced a 2003 sexual assault case that was later dropped.

Bryant's daughter Gianna also died in the helicopter crash. He credited her with getting him to watch NBA basketball again after he retired.

The NBA legend and eight others were flying in heavy fog before crashing into a hillside in Calabasas, California, at about 9:45 a.m. on Sunday.

Kobe Bryant was known as one of the hardest-working athletes and often espoused wisdom about his drive and determination.

Kyrgios, who was visibly distressed, warmed up in the Los Angeles Lakers shirt, which had Bryant's name and former number on.

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