I thought he was going to live forever": Magic Johnson on Kobe Bryant
"I was supposed to pass away. He was supposed to talk about me. This is a sad day," Magic Johnson tells CBS Los Angeles.
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Shaquille O'Neal tweets heartfelt tribute to Kobe Bryant
Shaq and Bryant were teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers from 1996 to 2004 and won three championships together.
Kobe Bryant through the years
The NBA legend was a teenager when he burst onto the world stage, becoming a global celebrity who helped popularize and expand the sport of basketball around the world
Latest updates: Kobe Bryant, daughter killed in helicopter crash
Audio posted to ATC.com from air traffic control indicated conditions were deteriorating ahead of the crash.
"Kobe was a legend": Former President Obama mourns Kobe Bryant
The former president said it was an "unthinkable day."
Kobe Bryant on 60 Minutes in 2001
Kobe Bryant, retired Los Angeles Lakers superstar, died Sunday at the age of 41. In 2001, 60 Minutes spoke with Bryant about his childhood love of basketball.
LeBron James surprises teens, gives them free access to bikes
"Growing up, a bike changed everything for me," James said.
Lizzo on Lakers outfit critics: "I stay in my own positive bubble"
The rapper, singer and classically trained flutist responds to criticism over her revealing thong outfit at Sunday's Lakers-Timberwolves game.
Ex-sportscaster drops sex assault lawsuit against Kings coach
It's not clear why the suit has been dropped.
LeBron James criticized for shoeless celebration at end of game
James took off his sneakers and signed them before gifting them to young fans.
LeBron James transforms into Edward Scissorhands for Halloween
He called himself "LeDward Scissorhands"
Protesters burn and trample LeBron James jerseys in Hong Kong
James' standing among basketball fans in Hong Kong took a hit over his recent comments suggesting that free speech can have negative consequences
LeBron James breaks his silence on NBA-China dispute
The Lakers won a preseason game Monday night, but comments from LeBron James before tip-off arguably overshadowed the win
LeBron James' game-worn high school jersey up for auction
James wore the jersey for his first Sports Illustrated magazine cover shoot in 2002
Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union launch LGBTQ T-shirts
In April, 12-year-old Zion went to Miami Pride with his stepmom, Gabrielle Union, and got his NBA dad's support
LeBron James surprises students with huge check for new gym
"To my kids, this is more than a gym," he said
Ex-journalist details allegations against Luke Walton
Former sports journalist Kelli Tennant said didn't come forward right away because she feared her career would be over
Luke Walton, NBA head coach, sued for alleged sexual assault
Kelli Tennant, former L.A. area TV sports reporter, claims new Sacramento Kings and ex-L.A. Lakers coach assaulted her in hotel room
"I want to go back to having fun": Magic Johnson quits Lakers
Magic Johnson didn't tell owner Jeanie Buss or general manager Rob Pelinka about his shocking decision before he announced it in front of reporters
LeBron speaks out on friend Nipsey Hussle's death
The NBA superstar talked about the loss of his friend, rapper Nipsey Hussle
Westbrook honors Nipsey Hussle with legendary performance
After grabbing his 20th rebound, Westbrook sealed his historic 20-20-20 performance and shouted, "That's for Nipsey!"
LeBron James to sit out rest of NBA season
The Lakers said Saturday that holding James out would allow his groin to heal
LeBron James surpasses Michael Jordan in career NBA points
James is now fourth on the list of points leaders, behind only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone and Kobe Bryant
New Orleans Pelicans to honor Anthony Davis' trade request
The team said Davis' representatives informed the team that he does not intend to sign a contract extension
Brawl breaks out at LeBron James' LA debut
A wild multiplayer fight that included the normally mild-mannered Chris Paul and Brandon Ingram stole part of the spotlight
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