On Saturday, August 23, 2025, the basketball world once again paused to honor Kobe Bryant , who would have celebrated his 47th birthday. The Los Angeles Lakers legend remains one of the most iconic figures in NBA history, and tributes poured in from family, former teammates, and fellow greats, including Magic Johnson .

Johnson, who shared a close bond with Bryant despite never playing alongside him, took to X (formerly Twitter) to post a heartfelt message .

“Remembering husband, girl dad, entrepreneur, friend, five-time champion, and one of the greatest to ever lace them up, Kobe Bryant on his birthday.”

His words drew an immediate reaction, receiving hundreds of likes within minutes.

Over the years, Johnson has never hidden how highly he regarded Bryant . He has openly state

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