Lakers Unveil Kobe and Gianna Bryant Statue in Private Ceremony Outside Crypto.com Arena on August 2, 2024

Aug 2, 2024, 10:41 PM

The Los Angeles Lakers unveiled a new statue honoring late basketball star Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna Bryant on August 2, 2024. This statue, which depicts the pair watching a game, is the second of three planned statues to honor Bryant outside Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles. The unveiling took place during a private ceremony attended by family and friends. The statue symbolizes the strong bond between Kobe and Gianna, often referred to as 'Girl Dad.' The Lakers previously unveiled a statue of Kobe alone, and this new addition further commemorates his legacy. The statue will be open to the public on August 3, 2024.