Days after unveiling a second statue honoring Kobe Bryant, Crypto.com Arena has revealed a new tribute to the Lakers legend.
The Clippers will take to the Staples Center court Friday hoping to earn a trip to the NBA's Western Conference Finals, and the arena will be open for full-capacity seating for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
When the Lakers host the Boston Celtics at Staples Center, they'll be greeted by something they haven't seen for more than a year -- fans in the stands.
Staples Center is reopening to fans with a Lakers game this week, but no food will be allowed in the seats.
A year after the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, murals and street art continue to honor his lasting legacy.
On Jan. 26, 2020, the news hit fans like a direct blow - Kobe Bryant was gone at the age of 41.