Los Angeles Dodgers paid tribute to Basket ball legend and Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant on his 42nd birthday on Sunday 23rd August.Dodgers beat Rockies 11-3(8 run differential, Kobe jersey number) on the special day, and they swept the series 3-0.
Though Kobe was born in Philadelphia, he was adopted by city of Los Angeles after Lakers draft him in 1996 NBA draft via Charlotte. And Kobe always refers LA as a his home. The Black mamba not only Lakers great,he is pride of Los Angeles.He led Lakers to five NBA champions and his contribution off the court to the LA & Orange county is second to none.
Kobe was loved by LA Dodgers , LA Chargers and LA Kings fans also along with Lakers fans. Dodgers legendary broadcaster Vin Scully narrated Dodgers’ beautiful and touching tribute for LA legend.
Vin Scully and Dodgers pay tribute to Kobe Bryant
Dodgers box score reflects some familiarity with Kobe. Corey Seager opened the scoring for Dodgers with a Home Run on the 8th pitch of the game.Mookie Betts homers another one on 42nd pitch before Kike homers on the 62nd pitch.
National League MVP Cody hit his 8th home run of the season on his 24th hit.Dodgers won by (11-3)8 runs for the night.
Dodgers players wearing Kobe Bryant jerseys during the tribute before the game.Pitching Mound numbered with number 2 and 24.
Dodgers players took twitter to wish Kobe on his birthday
Kobe was always cheering for Dodgers