Kobe on Jan. 3, 1997: 21 PTS 2 STL 2 BLK 0 TOs The last 18-year-old with 20 PTS and 0 TOs before Cooper Flagg last night! 💪 | NBA

Kobe Bryant’s greatest joy wasn’t just on the court — it was at home, surrounded by his girls. 🖤 The way he smiled, the way he carried them with pride — every moment showed how much he loved being a #GirlDad. His legacy isn’t only in basketball, but in the love he gave, the lessons he taught, and the strength he inspired. 💜💛 #MambaForever #RememberKobeBeanBryant #GirlDad #KobeBryant #MambaMentality #FamilyFirst #KobeAndHisGirls #FatherhoodGoals #LoveAndLegacy #KobeForever #MambaFamily #GirlDa