boston reaction

Following shocking news Sunday that Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna “Gigi” Bryant died in a fiery helicopter crash in California, Boston athletes past and present — from Tom Brady to Bill Russell — were quick to share their heartbreak on social media. Bryant and the Lakers revived a historical rivalry with the Boston Celtics…

Athletes, fans and U.S. presidents alike mourn the loss of Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant.

Boston Celtics coach Brad Stevens spoke before the team played in New Orleans on Sunday night, saying he was “super sad” to learn of Kobe Bryant’s death.