Gianna 'GiGi' Bryant, 13, among nine victims of Calabasas helicopter crash

Rising 13-year-old basketball star Gianna Bryant and her dad, retired NBA legend Kobe Bryant, were among the nine victims killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas Sunday morning, officials said. 

#RIPMamba: NBA community reacts to passing of Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant was reportedly among five people killed when a helicopter crashed in Calabasas, California Sunday. He was 41 years old.

City of Houston pays tribute to Kobe Bryant, all victims of today’s helicopter crash

The City of Houston is honoring the victims of Sunday’s helicopter crash that killed nine people, including Lakers great Kobe Bryant and former University of Houston assistant coach John Altobelli.

Kobe Bryant talks about his daughter Gianna handling the pressure at the free-throw line

Sports fans in the City of Los Angeles and beyond were left heartbroken Sunday after learning 18-time NBA All-Star Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven others were killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas on Sunday morning. Months after earning his Grammy in 2018, he sat down with FOX 11’s Liz Habib for what would be their final sit-down interview. 

Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna, among 9 killed in helicopter crash

Kobe Bryant, one of the greatest NBA players of all time, died Sunday when his helicopter crashed north of Los Angeles.

Music stars pay tribute to Kobe Bryant at Grammys award show

Host Alicia Keys said she was feeling “crazy sad” about Bryant. She was joined on stage with Boyz II Men, who collectively sang “It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to Yesterday.”

Kobe Bryant dead: NBA urged by fans to change logo, honoring late Lakers legend

Kobe Bryant’s death sent shockwaves through the world Sunday, and fans of the five-time NBA champion and the late Los Angeles Lakers legend called on the league to make a change.

Former University of Houston baseball captain 1 of 9 on chopper with Kobe Bryant
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John Altobelli of Orange Coast College, who is also a former University of Houston baseball player, captain, and assistant coach, was reportedly one of nine victims who died in a helicopter crash that killed NBA star Kobe Bryant.

Dallas Mavericks will retire number 24 in honor of Kobe Bryant

After the passing of Kobe Bryant following a helicopter crash in California Sunday morning, the Dallas Mavericks announced that no Maverick will ever wear number 24.

Former University of Houston baseball captain 1 of 9 on chopper with Kobe Bryant

Altobelli and members of his family were passengers in the helicopter accident that also claimed the lives of the other victims, including Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, on Sunday morning in Calabasas, California.

Former NBA player Delonte West struggling in viral video
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Former NBA player Delonte west admittedly battles mental illness. He was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2008. West has been spotted in cities around the country struggling. Now there is a video taken in Maryland that shows West in a fight, getting beat up by another man on a freeway. There is a second video of West handcuffed taken by a police officer who has since been suspended.

Chandler Parsons suffers potential career-ending injuries from car crash

Atlanta Hawks small forward Chandler Parsons was severely injured in a car wreck on January 15 with a drunk driver, officials say. The future of his career is uncertain.

James scores 31 points, Lakers beat Rockets 124-115

The Lakers were determined to start the second half of their season on a high note following a loss that snapped a nine-game winning streak.

Jordan: 'Wouldn't be where I am without him'

David Stern, who spent 30 years as the NBA's longest-serving commissioner and oversaw its growth into a global power, has died. He was 77.

David Stern, NBA’s commissioner for 30 years, dies at 77

The former NBA commissioner died Wednesday at 77 after suffering a brain hemorrhage three weeks ago, according to the league.

Houston Rockets lose to New Orleans Pelicans, 127-112

Lonzo Ball highlighted a season-high 27-point performance with a career-high seven 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the undermanned Houston Rockets 127-112 on Sunday night for their fourth straight victory.

Houston Rockets invite Lizzo to dance with Clutch City Dancers amid twerking controversy

Singer and rapper Lizzo got up and twerked, revealing a cut out at the back of her short black T-shirt dress, and was shown on the stadium's huge television screens during Sunday night's Lakers game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Rockets are now inviting her to show her moves with the Clutch City Dancers.

NBA denies Rockets' protest after Harden dunk waived off

The league announced Monday that it has denied the Rockets' protest of last Tuesday's game, which the Spurs won 135-133. A successful protest, which is rare, would result in part of the game being replayed.

Houston Rockets file protest with NBA over Harden's dunk

The Rockets have filed a protest with the NBA for Tuesday night's loss to the Spurs. The protest comes after James Harden's dunk went in, but officials say it didn't.