Even after a long time, the shock and emptiness brought by that morning will not be forgotten.
On January 26, 2020 local time, the helicopter that Kobe Bryant was riding in crashed in Calabasas, California, and several people including Kobe and his second daughter, Gianna, were killed.
On the other side of the ocean, someone woke up from the long night and fell into the indescribable darkness.
That day, different languages in the world were calling the same name.
Data map: Kobe and daughter Jaina
Goodbye in a hurry, there is no peach blossom pond, no ancient sunset road, only in the morning like usual, some people stayed yesterday forever.
"After Kobe died, I felt that a certain part of my body was also dead." The greatest Michael Jordan, told the most empathetic feelings.
One year later, all the things at that time are still vivid.
Data map: On February 2, 2020, a week after the helicopter crash, the shoes he wore and the No. 8 jersey of the Los Angeles Lakers were hung on a wall in Los Angeles to commemorate Kobe.
Damian Dovarganes
Everything that happened during this year seems to be a continuation of Kobe's retirement.
This name, which often appears on social platforms, seems to keep talking-its owner has never gone far.
Whether it’s inducted into the Hall of Fame, your birthday, or the 15th anniversary of "81 points" a few days ago... You don’t need to open your mobile phone to browse hot searches, and you know that "Kobe" will appear where it should appear.
It's just that this time the "fetters" belonging to the fans have turned from joy into reluctance and longing.
Data map: Kobe receives the MVP trophy
When Kobe was inducted into the Hall of Fame, when contemporary Duncan and Garnett showed their thoughts in front of the camera successively, the regret that "one less dogwood was inserted" was a scar that fans would not easily uncover.
When "Mamba Day" comes, when Kobe retires with 60 points, the pride of Kobe is once again restored. This day was born to commemorate the last dance of his career, and it carries back memories like a tide.
Data map: On April 14, 2016, Beijing time, Bryant completed the final battle of his career, ending his 20-year career
When the 42nd birthday arrives as scheduled, when Vanessa celebrated her deceased husband with touching words, the sentimentality of "I really hope to wake up from the nightmare" is the resonance of broken hearts.
When the Lakers regained the championship after many years, and when the glory once again belonged to the city, it was the people in the purple and gold jerseys who sent comfort to the No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys hanging on the dome of the arena.
When "Kobe 81 points" passed the 15th year, when the vigorous figure appeared in front of us again, it was not only the memories of those years, but also the loneliness of the dead...
Data map: Kobe's two jerseys retired at the same time
Bringing these together is not only his shining life, but also the continuation of his life.
Some people always say that time is like a song, but this song can't be missed.
Those who died stayed in the night sky and lit the lamp for you.
-Pu Shu, "Orion"
Kobe has used 20 years to influence more than one generation of fans.
Many players in the league today have been taught by Kobe in the past.
His spirit continues to grow and sprout.
Data map: Kobe celebrates victory
For them, Kobe is a beacon in the dark.
Life is preserved in the name of spirit.
Once upon a time, a young man born with a calf dreamed of becoming one of the greatest basketball players in the world.
He worked day and night to make "four o'clock in the morning" a label, year after year.
Time flies, and 20 years of career have passed in a flash.
When countless honors were in front of him, he achieved his goal on the court, but his initial desire to become the strongest dream in history was also given a deeper meaning.
Data map: Kobe when he was young
He realized that the most important thing in life is not those golden trophies, but what kind of touches and insights he can bring to others through his life.
Passing on more precious things to the next generation is truly great.
When that kind of powerful and positive spirit is constantly being mentioned during this year, this is the definition of greatness given by Kobe.
A person can look straight into the heart and set clear goals for himself.
Then grow up, do your best to achieve it, never surrender, and realize the importance and power of caring for others.
After reading Qianfan, we will finally pass on this spirit to the next generation.
This is the life Kobe is looking forward to and the reason why he will be remembered.
Data Map: Kobe
It is often said that they do not know which of the accident and tomorrow will come first.
Bryant once said that even if he has the ability to turn back time, he will never use it.
In his eyes, that would make all the moments in his life meaningless, because he could start over at any time.
This kind of life loses its charm and excitement.
Those unique feelings that will never be repeated are the essence of life.
It's like the microphone placed in the center of the court after saying "Mamba out" in the retirement speech.
Kobe left his most precious thing, and then left without looking back.
This may be the most "Kobe" ending.
Data Map: Kobe
Life is limited at the end, and great people use it for things that are longer than life.
When Irving walked into the game in Kobe's jersey today, and when the stars mourned in different ways, these seemed to be shouting together, "Kobe did it."
Always remember, there will be reverberations.
Wanting to come to such a person, such a memory, is enough to make those young people who never forget, like him, indomitable through the difficult years.
The past year, the past five years, and the past two decades have been the same.
And in countless tomorrows, he will still be remembered countless times by countless people in different ways.
Data Map: Kobe
The Sri Lankan has passed away, but the Mamba is still there. After years, my memory is not old.
(Reporter Yue Chuan)