Hassan Whiteside Pens Moving Tribute To Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant’s retirement announcement will surely bring an outpouring of tributes from his fellow players, both young and old. A lot of these guys grew up idolizing Bryant, and now they have to say goodbye. What does one even say in this situation? How do you even begin to thank Kobe for all that he’s done for the game?

I’m not afraid to admit that I have tears in my eyes.