Today carries a weight that’s hard to put into words, a bittersweet mix of joy and sorrow. As we honor what would have been Kobe Bryant’ s 47th birthday, our hearts ache knowing he’s no longer here. Tomorrow, on 8/24, the world will celebrate Kobe Day, cherishing the legacy he left behind on and off the court. He may be gone, but his spirit continues to inspire millions, just as he once said: “The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great at whatever they want to do.” And even from above, he’s still doing exactly that. And today, as his friends, family, and fans softly whisper “Happy Birthday, Mamba,” you can almost imagine him smiling and blowing out the candles from heaven.

Scottie Pippen took to Instagram to honor Kobe, sharing a heartfelt video

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