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The NBA legend tragically passed in January following a helicopter crash at the start of the year, which killed everyone aboard, including his 13-year-old daughter Gianna -- affectionately called \"Mambacita\" by the team.

The Lakers dedicated the season to their teammate, even honoring Kobe with Black Mamba jerseys in Game 5 of the championship. Kobe designed the jerseys himself in 2016 upon his retirement from the NBA.

Kobe, a life-long member of the Lakers, spent his 20-year career wearing the signature purple and yellow jersey.

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