LeBron James and Davis on having trouble believing Kobe's death: "Legends Never Die"

A year ago, world lost Kobe Bryant to a helicopter crash in California. Los Angeles Lakers legend was flying with his 13-year-daughter and seven ors – who all lost ir lives in crash. NBA world mourned loss, many unable to come to terms with Bryant's death. This included Lakers icon LeBron James – who promised to carry on Bryant's legacy in Los Angeles. As Bryant's death anniversary approaches, both James and Anthony Davis talk about Black Mamba. 

Also re | Kobe Bryant death: Vanessa Bryant ples media to t show Kobe's crash photos

Anthony Davis, LeBron on Kobe Bryant death anniversary

"Man, it's a saying that time heals all," James said after Lakers' win over Chicago Bulls. "And as devastating and as tragic as it was and still is to all of us involved with it, only time". He ded that everything takes time, and each individual has ir own grieving process. 

Davis spoke on difficult subject as well, explaining how he still struggles with coming to terms with it. "As we approach his one-year anniversary, it sdens our hearts to actually come to realisation that he's gone," Davis ds, ting how it is still difficult to believe it. 

While speaking to reporters, James also spoke about t trying to dwell over Bryant's death, kwing it was a b he for him.

"I try t to put myself back in that he, because it's just too dark," James said, "for t only myself but for our organization and for everyone that's involved in it."

Marc Gasol too refused to discuss matter. He ded that he was uncomfortable, and will t be sharing his thoughts. 

Also re | Kobe Bryant was about to end Nike partnership prior to untimely death in January 2020?

LeBron James was also asked about similarities between Bryant's and Michael Jordan's games. While he accepted similarities, four-time NBA champion liked Bryant's game for his own. According to James, it was impressive what Bryant did – draw inspiration from Jordan and make it into something of his own. 

Bryant t only succeeded in doing that, but he also continued to play at highest possible level for years. 

Also re | Kobe Bryant live-tweeted while rewatching his historic 2006 81-point game vs Raptors

Will Lakers commemorate Bryant's death anniversary?

As per ESPN and or NBA reports, Lakers will t be highlighting Bryant's death anniversary – January 26 – in any way. jerseys or uniforms will be worn, drawing attention away from horrific crash. players will continue ir tribute as y always have – with Bryant's signature shoes on ir feet. 

"To this day, it's, 'Mamba on three!' anytime we bring it in because we still want to recognize that he's a part of our organization," Davis said. "And ever since trdy happened, we h a mindset that this is bigger than, you kw, ourselves."

Also re | LeBron James hairline in Jam 2 gets scrutinized by well-kwn American hair expert

(Im credits: NBA site, AP)