Russell Westbrook motivated to perform for 'mentor, friend and brother - Kobe Bryant'

Houston Rockets me ir way to an impressive 111-121 win over LA Lakers at Staples Center on Thursday. visitors mand to keep LeBron James quiet as Russell Westbrook put in one of his best displays in a Rockets jersey this season. Here's what former OKC Thunder star h to say after Rockets vs Lakers match.

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As recorded on NBA on TNT, Russell Westbrook paid hom to NBA legend and close friend Kobe Bryant in post-match interview. When asked about Kobe Bryant's influence on his game, Russell Westbrook said, "Kobe was a mentor, a friend, a bror to me. Every time I step on this floor, it’s definitely going out to him." Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna Bryant passed away last month in a tragic helicopter accident in California along with seven or people.

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