Vanessa Bryant (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Joe Bryant, the father of the late legendary player Kobe Bryant, passed away at the age of 69 on Tuesday. He had suffered multiple strokes before his death, as announced by the Philadelphia Inquirer.
On Tuesday, Kobe’s widow, Vanessa Bryant, offered her condolences to her father-in-law and his family.
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“Sending our condolences upon hearing the news of my father-in-law’s passing. We hoped things would’ve been different. Although the times we spent together were few, he was always sweet and nice to be around. Kobe loved him very much. Our prayers go out to the family.” Vanessa Bryant wrote this in her Instagram story.
Joe was a former NBA player and coach. He played for three NBA teams: the Houston Rockets, the San Diego Clippers, and the Philadelphia 76ers. He also played for several teams in France and Italy. Additionally, he led the Los Angeles Sparks of the Women’s National Basketball Association from 2005 to 2007 and returned to the team for the 2011 season. Joe has also worked as a coach in Thailand and Japan.
Joe died four years after the tragic incident that has shaken up the whole NBA community and the entire sports fans. Kobe Bryant, Joe’s son, died in a helicopter crash along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna.
Vice Chairman of the Detroit Pistons is saddened by the passing of his friend, Joe Bryant
Apart from Vanessa’s tribute, Arn Tellem, the vice chairman of the Detroit Pistons, became emotional upon hearing the news. He was deeply saddened to hear of his friend’s passing.
“I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant and join the basketball community in mourning a true Philly hoops legend. Our friendship opened the door for me to represent Kobe as he entered the NBA, a memory I’ll always cherish. Joe was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose warmth touched everyone he met.”
Joe’s son Kobe is widely regarded as the greatest player of all time. His never-give-up Mamba mentality inspired many athletes. He played his entire 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers and won 5 championships with the team. Kobe is often remembered by many players in interviews. Recently, the Boston Celtics star opened up about embracing his idol Kobe Bryant’s legacy by wearing his No. 10 jersey for Team USA.
Which Are Team USA Basketball’s Debutants for the 2024 Paris Olympics? Everything You Need to Know
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Team USA enters the Paris Olympics with a star-studded roster, boasting twelve players with NBA experience. This impressive lineup includes three NBA stars making their Olympic debuts: Joel Embiid, Anthony Edwards, and Tyrese Haliburton.
Joel Embiid
Joel Embiid is originally from Cameroon. But he chose to represent Team USA over his native country. The Philadelphia 76ers star, who moved to the United States at the age of 16, made this decision due to his son’s American citizenship.
Embiid was drafted by Philadelphia and played eight seasons for the 76ers. Throughout these years, he averaged 27.9 points, 11.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 433 regular-season games.
Anthony Edwards
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Anthony Edwards, the Minnesota Timberwolves standout, will also make his Olympic debut in Paris. Edwards was the first overall pick out of the University of Georgia.
According to StatMuse, the Timberwolves star has averaged 22.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists over four seasons with the team.
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