The news of the death of Kobe Bryant in a helicopter accident, in which his daughter Gianna and seven other people also lost their lives, has shocked the city of Los Angeles, which saw him shine during the 20 years he defended the shirt of the Lakers.

Although the NBA kept the games scheduled for Sunday, in which different tributes were paid to the deceased star, the organization has decided to postpone the game scheduled for Tuesday 28 between the Lakers and the Clippers, the two teams in the city that They were going to face at the Staples Center. The decision has been made out of respect for the Lakers, mired in the tragic loss.

It was precisely in front of the field that saw it shine where thousands of fans paid tribute to Kobe Bryant. Balls, slippers, caps, flowers and candles kept coming to the LA Live square, located in front of the pavilion that idolized it over two decades. "Kobe, Kobe, Kobe!" Shouted from time to time fans breaking the silence. "MVP, MVP, MVP!", The most valuable player acronym in English, was also heard.

Several improvised altars were assembled in the corner of the square, epicenter of tributes to the legendary player. With markers and chalk, many left messages: "5 rings, millions of memories, God bless you," wrote one. "The world will never have another Kobe Bryant."

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