Rui Hachimura on the gym

Lakers legend Pau Gasol shares special birthday message for Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol were instrumental in the Los Angeles Lakers’ two championships. To win championships, the Lakers depended on Bryant’s clutch scoring and Gasol’s fluid post game and passing games, allowing fans to temporarily forget about the Shaq-Kobe era.More than three years after his untimely deаth, tales of Bryant’s life and career continue to captivate and amuse. Former Lakers defensive stopper Trevor Ariza posted a hilarious text message conversation in memory of Bryant on the occasion of his 45th birthday. Kobe’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, also wrote a birthday note.

Fans are talking about Pau Gasol, a recent Hall of Fаme inductee, because he also posted a touching birthday greeting for Kobe Bryant.Bryant and his daughter Gigi, or Gianna, were both killed in a helicopter crаsh.His career stats were 25 points, 5.2 boards, and 4.7 dimes. Gasol led Spain internationally, averaging 17.0 points and 9.2 rebounds while shooting over 50% during his career. Sadly, he did not bring home a gold medal for his efforts.

The many Lakers’ Hall of Famers have been front and center in NBA headlines this week, as is typical.In a shоcking assessment, Gilbert Arenas ranked LeBron James below some of the NBA’s all-time great point guards. ‘King James’ himself paid respect to Kobe Bryant online.

The Lakers’ playoff run this year wasn’t enough to get them to the 2023 NBA Finals. The biggest offseason concern is who on the current roster can match Gasol and Bryant’s feats in 2024, when the team is expected to contend for the NBA title.