Vanessa Bryant and the Lakers have done something worthy of celebration in Watts! They unveiled the newly renovated Nickerson Gardens gym, and it’s all in honor of Kobe and his daughter Gigi – how amazing is that?
This gesture is not only a touching tribute to the Bryant family but also a huge win for the community. We’ve got the details and all the pictures of the ribbon-cutting event.
It’s been years since the world lost Kobe Bryant (RIP), but the basketball community continues to ensure that the Mamba’s legacy never fades away. From stories by NBA players, to statues, murals and other works of art, the Los Angeles Lakers legend is still revered by those who follow the sport. Recently, the Nickerson Gardens gym in Watts, LA, was transformed to honor Bryant and his daughter, Gigi.
The gym’s walls were designed with murals of Kobe and Gigi, as well as Bryant’s signature shoes and Larry O’Brein trophies. In addition, the colorway of the entire court was none other than the Lakers’ purple and gold.
Along with Watts residents, Vannessa Bryant was present on Monday for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the newly renovated gym. She spoke about how the place used to be a venue where her late husband hosted a youth basketball program.
“The site is a special location for my family,” Vanessa Bryant said, per NBC Los Angeles’ Jonathan Lloyd. “He used basketball to teach life lessons to young boys and girls…It serves as a reminder to all the boys and girls who play here that they are loved.”
Vanessa Bryant and the Lakers unveiling the newly renovated Nickerson Gardens gym in Watts today is all over the news and so far, the reactions are impressive. It’s a touching tribute to Kobe and Gigi. May they continue to rest in peace!
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