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Pau Gasol honors Kobe Bryant on his 48th birthday with heartfelt tribute

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 9:00 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Pau Gasol honors Kobe Bryant on his 48th birthday with heartfelt tribute

Summary

Pau Gasol paid tribute to Kobe Bryant on social media for his 48th birthday. Sharing a video that highlights their deep bond, Gasol expressed, "always unconditional and eternal love. Happy birthday hermano, miss you." Their partnership on the Lakers resulted in back-to-back NBA championships in 2009 and 2010. Bryant, a legendary figure in the NBA, inspired countless athletes and fans with his relentless pursuit of greatness until his passing in 2020. Gasol's tribute serves as a reminder of Bryant's enduring impact.

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Status Watch

•Kobe Bryant would have turned 48 on August 23, 2026.
•Gasol and Bryant won two NBA championships together.
•Gasol shared a heartfelt video tribute to honor Bryant.
•Bryant inspired countless athletes and fans during his career.
•Gasol's tribute underscores Bryant's lasting influence in basketball.

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9:00 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Unconditional and Eternal Love’ – Pau Gasol Posts Heartwarming Tribute to Kobe Bryant on Late Lakers Legend’s 48th Birthday

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By any metric, Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is considered an NBA icon. Bryant inspired millions of fans and multiple generations of athletes with his relentless pursuit of greatness.
— Yahoo Sports

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