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Lakers News: Barack Obama Speaks On Kobe Bryant’s ‘Heartbreaking’ Death

There is no amount of time that will ever truly allow everyone to get over the devastating loss of Kobe Bryant.

Bryant’s impact was felt far beyond the game of basketball and sports in general as people from all walks of life were inspired by him and what he represented — including former United States President Barack Obama.

Obama is a well-known basketball fan who even had a court built in the White House during his two terms as President. Also, like Bryant, he is a #GirlDad with two daughters, Sasha and Malia Obama.