New York City's Madison Square Garden has been lit up in Lakers colors as a tribute to Kobe Bryant. The 41-year-old NBA star was killed along with several others in a helicopter crash Sunday in California.
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NBA legend Michael Jordan is in"shock" over the news of Kobe Bryan's passing, calling the former Los Angeles Lakers star"a fierce competitor, one of the greats of the game and a creative force.""I am in shock over the tragic news of Kobe's and Gianna's passing. Words can't describe the pain I'm feeling. I loved Kobe-he was like a little brother to me. We used to talk often, and I will miss those conversations very much.
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