VIDEO: TNT Released Touching Kobe Bryant Tribute Ahead of Heat-Celtics Clash
On Sunday afternoon, it was reported that Kobe Bryant had passed in a helicopter crash. Since the passing of the NBA icon and Los Angeles Lakers legend, there has been an outpour of support in honor of him from everyday people to celebrities and athletes. Now, NBA on TNT has joined the mix with an hour long special dedicated to Bryant before the Celtics at Heat game, including this incredibly touching slideshow.
TNT's touching tribute to Kobe pic.twitter.com/wGe5CoBVlr
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) January 29, 2020
What an incredible way to honor Bryant, who was taken way too soon.
Ernie Johnson, the host of NBA on TNT, spoke on how incredibly difficult it was to run a segment like this, and wishes that he never has to be a part of something like this again.
What a remarkable, poignant piece of live television as TNT honors Kobe Bryant in NBA pre-game. Ernie Johnson said: “I hope we never have to do a show like this again.”
— Jerry Barmash (@JerryBarmash) January 29, 2020
What an amazingly touching segment by the crew on NBA on TNT, one that will be remembered for years to come.