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Mike D. Sykes, II

Pau Gasol wrote a heartfelt message in celebration of Kobe Bryant’s life

Pau Gasol and Kobe Bryant were unbelievably close. Not just as teammates, but as real friends off of the court. As brothers.

Bryant always waxed poetic about their playing days together even though Gasol went under appreciated during his time in Los Angeles. That hasn’t changed today. Gasol always refers to Bryant as his brother.

The former Lakers’ big man has remained in close contact with the Bryant family in the time that has passed. The bond between the two of them remains as strong as ever.

That was evident on Tuesday when Gasol shared a sweet letter he wrote to Kobe and Gianna Bryant. He shared the note on Twitter.

I miss you, hermano…not a day goes by that you are not present in what I do. Your spririt, your drive, your ambition, your love…continues to shine in my life and many others. Photos, videos, very special moments are being shared by countless people that have admired you and loved you in their own way, reminding me how lucky I have been to share some of those moments with you. I hope you and Gigi are smiling down seeing how strong, sweet and amazing your girls are.”

So touching, man. What an incredible friend. What an incredible friendship between the two of them.

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