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Kansas Jayhawks react to the passing of Kobe Bryant

This is a sad day that transcends sports. Kobe Bryant was more than just one of the greatest basketball players of all time, he was a global icon, impacting the lives of millions. He’s was without a doubt one of the most popular and recognizable figures in the world, and the shock value of his unexpected death stunned the world.

At just 41 years old, Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others were killed when their helicopter crashed at around 10:00 AM this morning according to NBC Los Angeles.

Here’s what Kansas players and coaches had to say about the legend:

Like many of us, Devon Dotson didn’t believe the news when it broke.