Joc Pederson and Justin Turner show love for Mamba on 'Kobe Bryant Day'

Los Angeles city officials declared Aug. 24 "Kobe Bryant Day" to commemorate the Los Angeles Lakersgreat, who wore the numbers 8 and 24 during his 20 seasons with the team.

Los Angeles DodgersplayersJustin Turner and Joc Pedersonjoined in on celebrating the day.

Turner hasn't been shy about his appreciation for Bryant in the past. When Bryant played his final NBA game in April, Turnertweeted a picture of himself decked out in Mamba gear. Pederson's hat, which reads "live like a champ," seems fitting for a day honoring Bryant, a five-time NBA champion.