Bryant’s birthday was Saturday, Aug. 23 and Mamba Day was Sunday, Aug. 24. Mamba Day is an annual day of remembrance for Bryant because the date represents the two jersey numbers he wore during his pro career, No. 8 and No. 24.
It’s been 5.5 years since Bryant and eight other passengers, including his daughter Gianna, lost their lives in a helicopter accident on Jan. 26, 2020.
Many went to social media to share photographs, graphics and video highlights from Bryant’s Hall of Fame career in his honor.
Kobe Bryant remembered
Nike had a longstanding partnership with Kobe Bryant, aka the ‘Black Mamba.’
The notable athletic apparel brand honored the basketball player with the 3rd annual Mamba League Invitational, a basketball event for boys and girls, held in Los Angeles this weekend.
The winners were awarded a Mamba-themed trophy. The players also got exclusive ‘Mamba League’ Nike Kobe 5 shoes.
Earlier this month, Kobe Bryant’s wife Vanessa and daughters Bianka, Capri and Natalia were in attendance at the Los Angeles Dodger game on Aug. 8 for Kobe Bryant bobblehead night. Bianka also threw out the first pitch before the Dodgers took on the Toronto Blue Jays.
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