NBA changing All-Star Game format, adding a Kobe tribute

The NBA said there will be multiple tributes to Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and the seven others who lost their lives in Sunday’s helicopter crash throughout All-Star weekend, including the showcase game on Feb. 16.

Vanessa Bryant posts statement on deaths of Kobe, Gianna

Vanessa Bryant released a statement on her Instagram account addressing the deaths of her husband Kobe and daughter Gianna.

Lakers return to practice; coach says team wants to make Kobe proud

The Los Angeles Lakers returned to the practice Court on Wednesday for the first time since Sunday's helicopter crash that claimed the life of Kobe Bryant and eight others, with head coach Frank Vogel calling the session "therapeutic."   

Kobe Bryant helicopter crash investigation: Wreckage moved to Phoenix

Part of the investigation into the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and eight other people is happening in the Valley after part of the wreckage was transported overnight to Phoenix.

ESPN anchor's touching tribute to Kobe Bryant goes viral

The video took off on social media, garnering thousands of retweets and likes. The hashtag #GirlDad also started trending on the social media platform.

Bodies of Kobe Bryant, 8 other victims recovered from helicopter crash scene

Wreckage from the helicopter crash that killed Laker legend Kobe Bryant and eight other people was removed from a Calabasas hillside on Tuesday and hauled away for closer examination by federal investigators, while coroner's officials confirmed they have recovered the remains of everyone aboard the ill-fated flight.  

Restaurant in Ventura, California honors Kobe Bryant with unique cup of coffee

As many people across Southern California and around the world continue paying their respects to former NBA superstar Kobe Bryant, many fans have gathered at a Ventura coffee shop and restaurant where unique drinks honoring the basketball legend are being served up.

North Texas basketball players describe playing Kobe Bryant’s daughter in weekend tournament

Basketball team members who played during the Mamba Sports Academy tournament in Los Angeles have returned to North Texas and on Tuesday shared their emotional reaction to Kobe Bryant’s death.

Federal officials investigate deadly helicopter crash that killed nine, including Kobe Bryant

Federal authorities began an investigation at sunrise Monday following the deadly Calabasas helicopter crash that claimed the lives of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, longtime baseball coach John Altobelli, and six others. 

Pilot of Kobe Bryant’s helicopter tried to avoid heavy fog before crash

Authorities say the veteran pilot of a helicopter that crashed, killing Kobe Bryant and eight others, tried to avoid fog so heavy it grounded police choppers.

What we know about the victims in Kobe Bryant’s helicopter crash

Nine people were killed when a helicopter plunged into a hillside outside of Los Angeles, including NBA star Kobe Bryant and his teenage daughter. Here’s what we have confirmed about all of the victims.

Several tributes for Kobe Bryant during Mavericks win over Thunder

Once the game started, the Mavericks took an 8-second violation in honor of the number Bryant wore to start his NBA career. The Thunder then took a 24-second shot clock violation in honor of the number Bryant wore later.

Family of slain teen Jordan Edwards says Kobe Bryant reached out during dark time

The retired Lakers legend sent Kevon Edwards, Jordan's brother, two pair of sneakers and an autographed jersey that said, "Do epic things... God bless… Much love."